2022

10 March 2022

Sotrovimab shown to cause COVID-19 treatment-resistant mutations

Australian researchers have uncovered resistance mutations to Sotrovimab - a monoclonal antibody treatment developed to minimise the risk of severe COVID-19 in patients who have underlying health conditions.

09 March 2022

Public health researcher wins NSW Women of the year Award

Professor Julie Redfern was celebrated at the NSW Women of the year Awards for her research in heart health and work inspiring early career researchers.

09 March 2022

Connecting foster kids to Country from home

Associate Professor Lynette Riley from the University of Sydney co-created Wiradjuri language workbooks for Indigenous children in permanent foster care, to help connect them with their culture.

09 March 2022

Journalism gone global – A virtual student exchange experience

Why it is worthwhile going on student exchange, even if it is virtual.

09 March 2022

Action today for tomorrow series: seeds, hope and action for climate justice

As part of SEI’s Action Today for Tomorrow Series, we hear from Ugandan climate activist Nyombi Morris on the vital role of climate education and instilling hope for the future.

08 March 2022

New facilities for Dubbo medical students

The University of Sydney Medical School has completed the redevelopment of its Rural Clinical School in Dubbo, which includes a new teaching building complete with the latest in medical education technology.

08 March 2022

Women pioneers from the past

Our curators put a spotlight on three women who were trailblazers in the past, and whose legacies are still felt today. 

08 March 2022

7 ways to step up your study game

See that first exam on the horizon? List of due dates building up? Twelve-hour study sessions aren't the only way to get results. Follow our tips to help you study smarter, not harder.

08 March 2022

Call for participation: historical and philosophical perspectives on new earth lexicons

SEI researchers Dr James Dunk and Professor Anik Waldow invite expressions of interest from scholars of all backgrounds to contribute to the collaborative project at a loss for words of loss, which aims to map the power and limits of language in a time of environmental crisis.

07 March 2022

One man, many conflicts: international diplomacy and peace mediation         

The images of the war in Ukraine have shown cities and people being torn apart by war. But behind the scenes, highly skilled peace negotiators like Paul Dziatkowiec are also fighting hard to bring people together for peace.

07 March 2022

Stop calling it Mobility as a Service (MaaS): It actually is an Enhanced Journey Planner (EJP) or an Enhanced Travel Information Service (ETIS)

Mobility as a Service (MaaS) remains a trending term for media platforms and app developers to use. However, David Hensher, Chinh Ho and John Nelson suggest the term should be used more appropriately to describe a fully integrated and sustainable system, rather than just an enhanced travel planning app.

04 March 2022

Rain crisis hits internet, infrastructure, and your walls

Sydney experts comment on the impact of heavy rains on internet connections, infrastructure, and your residence.

04 March 2022

For the love of birds

The University community has banded together for a citizen science project to investigate the cause of lorikeet paralysis syndrome in southern Queensland and northern New South Wales regions of Australia.

04 March 2022

Welcoming Emma Holland, SEI’s new Content Editor and Communications Officer

Get to know SEI’s newest team member, Emma Holland.

03 March 2022

Message of support on the conflict in Ukraine

The University of Sydney's Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Mark Scott, today expressed the University's deep sympathy for those affected by the conflict in Ukraine and support for Ukrainian sovereignty.

03 March 2022

Pride of place: a new scholarship supports the LGBTIQ+ community

Balancing the demands of university with a commitment to volunteering and activism, Hayden struggled to make ends meet. A new scholarship changed everything.

02 March 2022

Indigenous heritage curator appointed to Chau Chak Wing Museum

The new curator of Indigenous heritage at the Chau Chak Wing Museum will continue to work in partnership with First Nations communities.

02 March 2022

One chat box away from connecting with your fellow students

Not sure where to go or who to ask? Need help with something related to student life? Connect and chat to experienced Peer Support Advisers who are trained to provide tailored assistance on everything uni life.

02 March 2022

Study abroad is back – are you ready to travel?

Now that international travel has returned, it's the right time to plan for a global experience during your degree. Explore the options, discover the destinations, and open the door to the exciting opportunity to study overseas.

02 March 2022

Are medicines affecting our response to infections like COVID-19?

A wide-reaching global review has found that some of the most common pain and fever medicines might increase vulnerability to infections like COVID-19, while others may hold hope for improving our immune response.