2020

08 April 2020

First study on the health conditions of adults one month into COVID-19 lockdown

A new preliminary study provides some of the earliest pieces of evidence that the COVID-19 outbreak affected people mentally as well as physically.

08 April 2020

How to stay in touch with your friends

Staying home and physically distancing are vital steps to stop the spread of COVID-19. But physical distancing doesn’t mean you need to cut yourself off from a social life.

08 April 2020

Things to do during mid-semester break: self-isolation edition

It’s been a difficult start to the semester, so make sure you take some time to relax over the break. Not sure what to do? We’ve got some ideas.

08 April 2020

Uncovering the secrets of ancient Egypt

The modest Egyptian coffin sat quietly for decades with no-one guessing its mystery. When the mummy within was finally discovered, it offered an opportunity to gain new insights into the glories of that ancient civilisation. The question was, how to start?

08 April 2020

Social media vital for pregnant women during pandemic

Antenatal care information accessed through official social media accounts can help support the mental wellbeing of pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic and country lockdowns.

08 April 2020

Hidden army: how starfish could build up numbers to attack coral reefs

Research that shows juvenile starfish can lurk harmlessly for more than six years could force a rethink on the crown of thorns culling methods used to protect corals on the Great Barrier Reef.

08 April 2020

Hidden army: how starfish could build up numbers to attack coral reefs

Research that shows juvenile starfish can lurk harmlessly for more than six years could force a rethink on the crown of thorns culling methods used to protect corals on the Great Barrier Reef.

08 April 2020

Coming together to address (another) global crisis

Director David Schlosberg on the importance of the Institute’s work and the fight for justice in a time of unprecedented intersecting crises.

07 April 2020

Blood test could help health system identify most at-risk COVID-19 patients

Researchers from the University of Sydney have launched a giving appeal to support the development of a biomarker blood test which aims to provide vital information to help doctors triage COVID-19 patients.

06 April 2020

Theatre in times of homelessness

Milk Crate Theatre has worked with homeless people in Sydney for 20 years, enabling them to tell their stories while gaining confidence, social skills and community. But while the number and needs of the homeless grow and funds for the arts shrink, how does a small non-profit group measure its value and develop a business model to support its work?

06 April 2020

What is the secret to a long, healthy and meaningful life?

It may seem insensitive to discuss longevity during a pandemic, but that's why it's more important than ever to focus on our physical and emotional health. Professor Luigi Fontana shares some practical tips.

06 April 2020

Five things that will help fight the coronavirus

Experts from the Sydney Policy Lab want to empower citizens and policymakers to help stop the COVID-19 spread, and build a better future once it dissipates.

06 April 2020

Citizen Science: how you can work on coronavirus research from your home

If you are at home keeping safe for the long haul, why not jump into a range of projects that help scientists with their research?

06 April 2020

Public mass emergency planning and the overlooked role of “behavioural intervention”

Planning for public disaster mitigation and emergencies like COVID-19 should include behavioural intervention, treating people as an ally rather than a problem to control, writes Dr Milad Haghani.

06 April 2020

Grieving with plants, dancing in the leaves

Working with plants for the entirety of her career, Rosanne Quinnell from the School of Life and Environmental Sciences reflects on the power of the plant world to soothe, connect and regenerate the human spirit in troubled times, despite our modern culture’s botanical blindness.

03 April 2020

Science students take the virtual stage for FameLab

Five Sydney science research students have made the NSW FameLab semi-finals, a science communication competition.

03 April 2020

Quantum computing at the nanoscale

The challenges are so enormous there are quantum computing sceptics who doubt the technology is even possible. That only makes the advances happening at the Sydney Nanoscience Hub even more remarkable.

03 April 2020

COVID-19 pandemic set to peak in several days in Australia

New University of Sydney research has revealed that Australia is nearing the COVID-19 pandemic peak. It also showed that 8,000 - 10,000 people are expected to fall ill with the virus over the course of the pandemic.

03 April 2020

How the coronavirus is changing the way we care for our teeth

To minimise the spread of COVID-19 many procedures have been postponed. However, essential dental treatments are still available. Here, our experts outline what dental care you can access.

02 April 2020

'Tequila' powered biofuels more efficient than corn or sugar

The plant better known for making tequila requires no irrigation and produces comparable or better yields of ethanol than sugar or corn. Economic analysis shows a first-generation crop will need government support to kickstart an industry, researchers say.