2020

21 June 2020

University of Sydney students fire up rapid PPE prototyping

A student team has created a prototype of a reusable face shield, demonstrating how to turn university resources into a rapid manufacturing solution to respond to medical emergencies, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

19 June 2020

COVID-19 and renewable energy: Australia’s golden opportunity

“With the right policy and green funding settings, we can finally live up to our ambitions as a renewable energy superpower and overthrow our reliance on non-renewable energy,” says Dr Madeline Taylor.

19 June 2020

Why Brexit will last forever

Brexit, the word and the movement, are less than a decade old. But if you want to understand Britain’s split from Europe, Dr Marco Duranti argues that you need to know the history of Europeanism, Euroscepticism, populism and the role of British Conservatives in reuniting Europe after World War II.

19 June 2020

Why should universities pay attention to the SDGs?

The United Nations' goals provide a useful framework for institutions to demonstrate their impact and work in partnership, says DVCR Professor Duncan Ivison.

19 June 2020

Popular doesn't mean influential among Cambodian farmers

Does being popular make a person influential? Not always. A social network analysis by Sydney researchers found that less popular farmers in Cambodia were in fact more influential than their more popular peers.

19 June 2020

Commerce student promotes ethics in finance as BFO Young Ambassador

Bachelor of Commerce student Ricky Rangra has been selected as a 2020 Banking and Finance Oath Young Ambassador, with a mission to build integrity in the financial services industry.

19 June 2020

Project to end violence against women in New Guinea wins global competition

PhD candidate in Sociology, Kaiya Aboagye and her team have won the prestigious Map the System Global Competition, which challenges students to create systemic social or environmental change.

18 June 2020

Why Pokémon Go's plan to 3D-scan the world is dangerous

Marcus Carter and Ben Egliston canvass the implications of gaming companies harvesting users' data - including their real-world surroundings - for profit.

18 June 2020

New treatment plan may increase cardiac survival and reduce stroke risk

Atrial fibrillation is a heart condition that affects two to four percent of the population. A new project will use digital tools to provide personalised support for patients to navigate their condition.

18 June 2020

Study reveals dual impact of technology on worker's mental health

With millions of people working from home throughout the coronavirus outbreak, new research has identified key strategies to safeguard mental health including following a regular routine and turning off unnecessary notifications on devices.

18 June 2020

6 tips to help you study successfully online

We want to make sure you have all the tools and support you need for your studies, no matter where you are. To get you started, we’ve pulled together six tips to help set you up for studying remotely.

18 June 2020

How to set up your study space for online learning

Make sure you have all the essentials for the perfect home set-up. We’ve put together a few tips to help you get comfortable, healthy and productive.

18 June 2020

The entrepreneurial pathway of a law degree

Alex Solo graduated from The University of Sydney in 2013 with a combined degree in law and arts. Today, Alex is an entrepreneur on a mission to create change.

17 June 2020

How Australians use medical cannabis since legislation: new survey

Australians report using medicinal cannabis for chronic pain, mental health and sleep with the majority sourcing cannabis illicitly, despite medicinal cannabis being legal, a new survey from the University of Sydney has revealed.

17 June 2020

FameLab from our loungerooms

Though FameLab looked a bit different this year, the competition was needed now more than ever as it provided an optimistic and hopeful look to the future with these young scientists at the helm.

17 June 2020

The enormity of the small

Scientists concerned with nanoscale have an immense privilege, having special insight into the magnificent intricacies hiding therein. When looking up, be inspired to also look down.

17 June 2020

How an intensive session can bolster your studies

With over 200 units of study available online between semesters, undertaking an intensive session is a great way to gain credits or to help you catch up on an important unit of your degree.

17 June 2020

6 reasons to study health science at Sydney

Undertake a Bachelor of Science (Health) and enjoy a flexible and innovative curriculum that allows you to pursue your own interests while preparing you for the workforce.

17 June 2020

The best things about studying online

From having more time to explore their interests and hobbies to engaging more effectively and connecting with classmates in new ways, our students share what they have loved most about studying online.

16 June 2020

Refugee Week 2020: Staying connected during COVID-19

Adapting to a new life as a refugee in Australia is difficult enough, without the added stresses of a global pandemic. How do refugees feel settled in Sydney, at a time when the world itself is so unsettled?