2018

16 July 2018

Heat: the silent killer

“The design aims to provoke the realisation of a limited – yet crucial – sense of agency and responsibility in the form of minor interventions for adaptation to unprecedented climatic conditions.”

16 July 2018

Design thinking leads to more than just great ideas

A human-centred design approach has led three masters students to create a new product allowing expectant mothers to connect with their unborn child.

16 July 2018

Work begins on the Chau Chak Wing Museum

The University's new Chau Chak Wing Museum will house collections from the Macleay and Nicholson Museums and University Art Gallery, showcasing some of Australia's most significant works.

16 July 2018

Tongue-tied horses: why this can be an issue in Australian racing

As ABC's Four Corners showed last week, the use of tongue ties in Australian racehorses is much more prevalent than elsewhere. Professor of Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare Science Paul McGreevy explains why this matters.

16 July 2018

Sydney Analytical launches world-class facility for researchers

The University of Sydney unveils its newest core facility, Sydney Analytical, with capabilities in spectroscopy, x-ray analysis, chemical characterisation, training and access for industry.

16 July 2018

Microalgae offer new hope for sustainable food production

New research by the University of Sydney to find sustainable ways to feed a global population that is expected to reach 8.5 billion by 2030 is yielding results.

16 July 2018

School of Literature, Art and Media announces new Head of School

The School of Literature, Art and Media (SLAM) is pleased to welcome Professor Umberto Ansaldo as the new Head of School.

16 July 2018

Transport planning starts with a budget

Benefit-cost analysis in the transport sector often involves designating a corridor then conducting appraisals on a few options, writes David Hensher. But what if we start with a specific budget and don’t allow it to vary?

13 July 2018

Celebrating our partnership with Sydney Local Health District

The collaboration between the University and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA) ­– a premier teaching hospital of Sydney Local Health District – is one of the most significant health-related partnerships in NSW history.

13 July 2018

Could The Handmaid's Tale come true?

Many of us share a quiet fear that the world is spiraling out of control, so when parallels can be drawn between the fictional world of Gilead and our present day, we’re left to question – could The Handmaid’s Tale come true?

13 July 2018

Two Sydney scientists invited to speak at Royal Institution

Presenting at the Royal Institution in London is an honour for any scientist, so it's exciting that two of our scientists - Professor Zdenka Kuncic and Professor Geraint Lewis - are speaking in the same week.

13 July 2018

Pushing the boundaries of drone design

The University of Sydney’s Faculty of Engineering is at the forefront of designing the next generation of specialised Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, making them easier to deploy, faster, and longer range.

12 July 2018

What to do before you move to Sydney for university

If you’ve just accepted an offer to study at the University of Sydney, you probably have many questions running through your mind. This checklist will help prepare you for the move to Sydney.

12 July 2018

Your first 48 hours as an international student in Sydney

When you first arrive in Sydney, it’s normal to feel excited, tired and a bit unsure. Here we prepare you for what to expect and help you settle in during your first few days in Australia as an international student.

12 July 2018

The family that's part of University history

For almost as long as it's been possible for women to study at the University of Sydney, women from Anne Bollen's family have been here. That proud tradition continues.

12 July 2018

Architecture boosted by major gift from Susan and Garry Rothwell

A high-profile Sydney couple say too many of our city's big building projects go to international firms. They plan to 'turbocharge' Australian architecture with a generous donation.

12 July 2018

How to settle in to student life in Australia

You’ve arrived from overseas, unpacked your bags and are ready to see all that Sydney has to offer. Here are some quick tips to help you enjoy your time as a student at the University of Sydney.

11 July 2018

Volunteers shine at University archaeology dig

Archaeologists don't see much Indiana Jones-style action, but at a long-running University dig in Cyprus, archaeology professionals and volunteers share the adventure.

11 July 2018

Bionic eye promises a brighter future for the visually impaired

The new Phoenix99 bionic eye being developed by engineers at the University of Sydney uses a camera linked to a retinal implant to help people with a debilitating problem with their vision to see again.

10 July 2018

The legacy of a gentleman: supporting young dentists

The Armin Roth Scholarship honours the memory of a long-time supporter of the University of Sydney School of Dentistry, and will assist promising dentistry students.