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11 February 2021
$1m funding for University of Sydney to sequence koala genomes
Federal Environment Minister Sussan Ley and NSW Environment and Energy Minister Matt Kean today announced funding for University of Sydney scientists to sequence 400 koala genomes, to gain insights into the vulnerable species.
11 February 2021
Gain valuable industry experience with social justice internships
The Social Justice Placement Program partners with leading organisations in the social justice sector to give postgraduate students the opportunity to gain real-world experience working on projects designed to improve the lives of individuals and communities.
11 February 2021
At SSSHARC questions are the focus
Unless you’ve attended a SSSHARC “huddle” or “ultimate peer review”, you might find the terms mysterious, amusing or even a little alarming. They have an interesting history that helps explain the purpose and achievements of the Sydney Social Sciences and Humanities Advanced Research Centre.
11 February 2021
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
The 11th of February is the UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science: a day that recognises the achievements of women in science and aims to encourage women and girls to pursue studies and careers in STEMM.
09 February 2021
Top 5 love songs from a pop expert
This Valentine’s Day our resident pop expert, Dr Jadey O’Regan, takes us through her top 5 love tunes of all time.
09 February 2021
A billion years in 40 seconds: video reveals our dynamic planet
New research has allowed geoscientists to show the uninterrupted movement of Earth's tectonic plates over the past billion years for the first time, which will help us understand how plate tectonics provides a planetary life-support system.
09 February 2021
Potential for misuse of climate data a threat to business and financial markets
Climate information is at risk of being misconstrued and used inappropriately in financial reports and has the potential to expose businesses to significant risk, according to a new paper by Australian researchers.
09 February 2021
What does it mean to care in a time of extinction?
SEI researchers Thom van Dooren, Sophie Chao and Danielle Celermajer contribute to a new essay collection: “Multispecies Care in the Sixth Extinction”, published last week in the Society for Cultural Anthropology’s Theorizing the Contemporary series.
08 February 2021
Employers key to work/life balance during COVID-19
Employers played a greater role in supporting staff to achieve work/life balance when the pandemic blurred the lines between the two, according to a new report from the University of Sydney Business School and ARC Centre of Excellence in Population Ageing Research.
08 February 2021
Student astronomer finds galactic missing matter
Half of the universe's matter is 'missing', but PhD student Yuanming Wang has developed an ingenious method to help track it down.
05 February 2021
New COVID-19 research projects funded
Research to improve COVID-19 testing, treat the most at-risk patients and evaluate virtual healthcare in the bush during COVID-19.
05 February 2021
2020 PREMISE Research Seed Funding Awards
Research seed funding grants have been awarded to two University of Sydney researchers to support innovation, collaboration and enhance future funding submissions.
05 February 2021
There’s never been a better time to do a graduate certificate or graduate diploma
At the University of Sydney Business School we offer a range of postgraduate diplomas and certificates across a variety of disciplines. Find out why there’s never been a better time to upskill in the subject that interests you.
04 February 2021
The secrets of 3000 galaxies laid bare
The seven-year SAMI Survey has allowed scientists to understand the complex interaction between thousands of galaxies. Their findings will help astronomers understand how the universe has evolved and how it might develop further.
04 February 2021
Foundations: developing Gululu dhuwala djalkiri
For the Yolŋu people of eastern Arnhem Land, the foundation of their knowledge is expressed through art. Curator Rebecca Conway shares the ideas and process behind this powerful exhibition.
03 February 2021
China from Sydney: Studying online with Fudan University
Current student, William Huang describes his remote learning experience studying his dual Master’s degrees at Fudan University and the University of Sydney
02 February 2021
More affordable student housing in Darlington
A group of University of Sydney owned terraces on Darlington Road will be refurbished as part of a $40 million project designed to provide safer and more affordable accommodation for students.
02 February 2021
University community recognised with Australia Day honours
The University of Sydney congratulates our staff and alumni who have been acknowledged in the Australia Day Honours List 2021.
02 February 2021
How universities will contribute to the major events of 2021
University of Sydney Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Duncan Ivison discusses how universities will contribute to the major themes of 2021 - from COVID to climate.
02 February 2021
Sydney and Melbourne increasingly divided at homeownership level
Sydney and Melbourne are becoming divided at the home ownership level, with renters clustering with renters and homeowners with homeowners, new research reveals.