2023

08 May 2023

In good company: Alumni volunteering and mentorship

For Henia Colinard, volunteering, especially through mentoring, was the best way to contribute to her community and to help others cultivate their careers.

08 May 2023

How citizen scientists are helping to save a species

When architecture alumnus Michael Harvey heard that Christmas Beetle numbers were in decline, he put up his hand to help search for the missing beetle species.

05 May 2023

What the Ed Sheeran case can tell us about 70 years of pop music

Dr Jadey O'Regan, a pop music expert and lecturer in Contemporary Music Practice at Sydney Conservatorium of Music, explains why the Ed Sheeran copyright case matters when thinking about musical inspiration, influence or theft.

05 May 2023

Pharmacy innovator admitted to Degree of Doctor of Pharmacy

The University of Sydney awarded the Degree of Doctor of Pharmacy (honoris causa) to Mr Edward Crook for his contributions to pharmacy, innovation and technology.

05 May 2023

Public Health Foundation of India President received honorary doctorate

President of the Public Health Foundation of India, Professor Sanjay Zodpey awarded a Doctor of Medicine (honoris causa) for his contributions to public health in India and worldwide.

05 May 2023

GPs managing more skin-cancer cases, as cost of treatment climbs

Patients, especially men, living in regional and rural areas are increasingly presenting to GPs for skin cancer and related conditions, according to a national survey conducted by the Daffodil Centre.

05 May 2023

Exhibition of Chinese miniature treasures used on clothing

An exquisite exhibition of miniature wearable sculptures, once worn on traditional Chinese robes, is on display at the Chau Chak Wing Museum at the University of Sydney until April 2024.

05 May 2023

Honorary Fellowship awarded to former Captain of the Sydney University Regiment

Mr John Leece AM has received an Honorary Fellowship for his contribution to the interest and welfare of the University of Sydney.

05 May 2023

Sydney spinout lands $273m deal to develop drugs for psychiatric disorders

Compounds developed by Professor Michael Kassiou's drug discovery team for Kinoxis Therapeutics will be used to target oxytocin receptors with the aim of creating medicine to treat schizophrenia, depression and other neuropsychiatric illness.

04 May 2023

Innovation Hub opens first stage of the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator

First space to open at the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator will allow researchers, clinicians and industry partners to generate ideas, form new partnerships and accelerate innovation.

03 May 2023

Can vaping help people quit smoking? It's unlikely

Many who vape saying they are trying to quit or to cut down on cigarettes, but how effective are vapes in quitting or helping smokers cut back? Emeritus Professor Simon Chapman goes through the evidence.

03 May 2023

How close are we to reading minds?

A US study has decoded language and meaning from brain scans. Christina Maher from the School of Biomedical Engineering unpacks how the process works.

03 May 2023

University of Sydney welcomes National Quantum Strategy

The Federal Government has unveiled its roadmap to scale up quantum technology in Australia. The University looks forward to working with industry and government to deliver on the great promise of quantum tech.

03 May 2023

Chinese investment in Australia increases for first time since 2016

Chinese investment in Australia increased to $2.1 billion in 2022, marking the first rise in six years but well below established highs, according to the latest report on Chinese investment in Australia from the University of Sydney Business School and KPMG.

03 May 2023

How can heart healthcare be 'greener'?

A new review has shown how medical professionals in cardiology can help reduce healthcare's carbon footprint, by making small, low-cost changes in how they work.

02 May 2023

From Delhi to diplomacy

Growing up in a single-room house in a West Delhi slum, Tushar Joshi did not envisage himself going to university. Now, the Sydney Scholars India Equity Scholarship recipient is on a mission to transform the lives of others.

02 May 2023

Perfect chemistry for South Coast student

University life isn't always the same for everyone, but thanks to a scholarship, Maddi Eveleigh was able to have the same experience as her peers, focus on her Bachelor of Science and even come back for more.

02 May 2023

Vaping and behaviour in schools: what does the research tell us?

The government today proposed a suite of reforms aimed at reducing vaping. But what does the evidence show about the prevalence of vaping in schools and the kind of behavioural issues associated with it?

02 May 2023

Sydney scientists receive Chan Zuckerberg Initiative grants

Two scientists from the University of Sydney have received nearly a million dollars in funding from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative for projects to advance the analysis of ballooning biomedical data.

02 May 2023

Sydney student jets off to NASA JPL for prestigious internship

University of Sydney and SmartSat PhD candidate selected for 10-week NASA internship aimed at launching students into careers in aerospace.