2018

Articles published in 2018

23 August 2018

Grant win for stem cell therapy for chronic pain

Associate Professor Greg Neely has received an $810,000 grant from the NSW government, as one of only four winners of the Cell and Gene Therapy grants from NSW Health.
23 August 2018

Grant win for stem cell therapy for chronic pain

Associate Professor Greg Neely has received an $810,000 grant from the NSW government, as one of only four winners of the Cell and Gene Therapy grants from NSW Health.
23 August 2018

Sydney based Beta Alpha Psi team wins global recognition

The University of Sydney chapter of the international student organisation Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) has been recognised for its outstanding performance by delegates to the group’s annual meeting in the United States capital, Washington.
22 August 2018

Professor John Rasko to give 2018 Boyer Lectures

The University of Sydney's Professor John Rasko AO will explore the power of gene therapy to cure disease, prolong life and alter human evolution in this year's ABC Boyer Lecture series.
21 August 2018

Unexpected career opportunities for pharmacists

We spoke with the Head of School and Dean, a super successful alumnus and a current student to get the lowdown on what a career in pharmacy looks like, some of which is not what you would expect.
21 August 2018

The 5th annual Festival of Urbanism

Discussing, questioning and celebrating, this year's Festival of Urbanism asks you to change your view of the city. Industry leaders bring an exciting schedule of events rolling out across Australia's two largest cities.
21 August 2018

Sydney scholars sweep up awards at 25th World Congress of Political Science

The University of Sydney’s Government and International Relations researchers and alumnus recognised for their outstanding achievements in the field of political science at the 25th World Congress of Political Science.
21 August 2018

The 5th annual Festival of Urbanism

Discussing, questioning and celebrating, this year's Festival of Urbanism asks you to change your view of the city. Industry leaders bring an exciting schedule of events rolling out across Australia's two largest cities.
20 August 2018

Drought capability statement - Sydney Institute of Agriculture

While all of NSW has been declared as being affected by drought, the University of Sydney says researchers and farmers are working together combining conservation agriculture with digital innovations to support food security
20 August 2018

Research scholarships in digital agriculture

Both full stipend and supplementary scholarships are available to support the living costs of students while completing their studies.
20 August 2018

Why you should apply for the Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship

Applications are now open the Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship. If you’re starting a postgrad degree next year, Sydney Uni student and 2017 recipient Emily Sisson shares four reasons to convince you to apply.
17 August 2018

Pathways to university: there are more than one

Between ATAR requirements, HSC exams, and comparing bachelor degrees, finishing Year 12 can be overwhelming, but gaining entry into uni may be easier than you think. Our students discuss their pathway to uni and their dream careers.
17 August 2018

The power of making global connections at university

From Europe to Asia, Africa and the Americas, coming all the way Down Under – the University of Sydney is a truly international community of people from all walks of life. And they’re eager to meet you.
17 August 2018

Historic Westmead partnership agreement

The University of Sydney together with Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) and Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (SCHN) have signed a historic partnership agreement.

17 August 2018

The Young Tall Poppy trifecta

University of Sydney has scooped the Australian Institute of Policy & Science's Young Tall Poppy Awards, with public health researcher Dr Melody Ding named as the 2018 overall winner.
17 August 2018

Open Day opens doors for female students

The opportunities available to young women entering university are endless, but sometimes it’s hard to imagine where a degree might take you. That’s why female academics are reaching out to tell their inspiring stories.
17 August 2018

Is storytelling an enemy of science

Have you heard the one about the linguist, astrophysicist, playwright, cancer researcher and screenwriter getting together to vigorously debate the validity of storytelling in science? This is not fiction, but a true story.

16 August 2018

Applications for the 2018 David Harold Tribe Poetry Award are now open

The award provides poets with funds that might enable them to further their education in the field of poetry, to continue to refine their work as poets, and to improve the general public's appreciation of Australian poetry.
16 August 2018

How our millennial Indiana Jones became a global health warrior

Captain Sophie Hollingsworth has accomplished more in her quarter-of-a-century than most people do in a lifetime. With every door open to her, why did she decide to study a Master of Health Security at the University of Sydney?
16 August 2018

Which postgraduate course should I choose?

A postgraduate degree can take you in many different directions. Deciding what to study will depend on where you want to go.