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Articles published in 2016
Talking buildings our hitech future
A building should not just be a place where you live or work first year Bachelor of Engineering (Mechatronics) student Jerry (Linhao) Li told the Lendlease Bradfield Urbanisation scholarship judging panel.
Two University of Sydney scholars named AAHMS Fellows
Two University of Sydney scholars were named Fellows by The Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences (AAHMS) at its recent annual meeting.
What causes knock knees?
For most kids, knock knees are just a normal part of growing up, writes Professor Joshua Burns.
On-campus entrepreneur program INCUBATE to double in size
The University of Sydney will provide significant financial support for on-campus startup accelerator INCUBATE, to help double its size over the next five years.
Sydney scoops NSW Premier’s Prizes
The University of Sydney tonight won more awards than any other organisation at the NSW Premier's Prizes for Science & Engineering - covering the spectrum from early career to career scientist.
Trumping student politics
The United States presidential election has gripped the world with its intriguing personalities and intense political debate. As Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton dominate headlines with just weeks to go, Arts student Daniel Ergas reflects on his own experiences on the campaign front lines for former candidate Bernie Sanders.
Does stress cause cancer?
Professor Phyllis Butow will reveal findings from a recent study at her Sydney Science Forum Does Stress Cause Cancer? on Wednesday 19 October.
Environmental activism and academia
The Sydney Environment Institute has partnered with Greenpeace Australia Pacific and the Nature Conservation Council of NSW to deliver this year’s National Environment Meeting 2016.
University to explore new ways to support Indigenous staff
The University of Sydney is forging ahead in its efforts to increase the number of Aboriginal people employed at the University, with new research into staff retention.
University of Sydney assists talks at Habitat III for a New Urban Agenda
Addressing the vulnerability of countries to climate change and rapid urban growth in the Pacific is the goal of a side event chaired by the University of Sydney’s Associate Professor Paul Jones at Habitat III in Quito, Ecuador, this month.
Groundbreaking study tests dietary supplements for diabetes prevention
A world-first study led by the University of Sydney will investigate whether two commonly used over-the-counter natural medicines can help prevent diabetes.
University of Sydney spinoff companies win $7.8m from NSW government
Three medical device companies established by the University of Sydney have been awarded $7.8m through the NSW Government’s Medical Devices Fund.
Floating suburbs a solution for sprawling Sydney
Floating suburbs could solve the residential problems facing Sydney’s increasing population, believes Hillary Pan, our first Lendlease Bradfield Urbanisation Scholarship finalist.
Our experts weigh in on World Obesity Day
As we mark World Obesity Day on Tuesday 11 October, University of Sydney experts share their views on the obesity epidemic and what action needs to be done to tackle this growing problem.
Not guilty: memory in the criminal justice system
Think back to a week ago, a month ago, a year ago. How much can you remember? Do you remember exactly what you did and everyone you saw? Memory is a tricky thing, so what happens when it’s all that stands between a person going to jail, or walking free?
Subject rankings feature Sydney in world's top 100 universities
The University of Sydney has been ranked in the world’s top 100 across six disciplines in the Times Higher Education 2016-17 World University Rankings by subject.
Raising the Bar: Behind-the-scenes with our speakers
On 18 October, twenty of our leading researchers will take over twenty of Sydney's best bars. We asked a few of our Raising the Bar presenters what to expect from their talks.
Leading the way in horticultural robotics
The new Centre signifies a joint industry and University of Sydney determination to adopt on-farm technologies, ramp up export capacity and develop future leaders in non-traditional areas of horticulture.
Pave the Way: 5 stories of the incredible
Gifts to the University can help make incredible things happen. Here are five stories that show what’s possible.
Thinking outside the box in designing affordable housing
Housing affordability is a big problem in Australia. A new exhibition looks at housing projects that could offer ways to reduce housing costs.