December
Articles
Sydney awarded over $97 million in NHMRC funding for 2017
Today the NHMRC announced University of Sydney scholars will receive more than $69 million in the final round of funding for 2017, bringing the total amount of NHMRC funding for the year to over $97 million.
3 reasons you shouldn't feed Christmas ham to your dog
It might be tempting to let Fido hoover up the Chrissy leftovers but our veterinarians warn against feeding ham, nuts and other festive fare to your pets.
Which good cause is right for you?
Take our quiz to discover which charitable cause is right for you.
Creative writing fellowship addresses real world health challenges
Australian creative writers of renown are invited to apply for a generous University of Sydney fellowship which provides a grant of $100,000 and other benefits to begin work on a project exploring issues around health.
Experts respond to PIRLS literacy study
University of Sydney experts have commented on the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) and suggested ways to help young Australians become confident and self-sufficient readers.
Mai elected Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering
University of Sydney Professor and University Chair of Mechanical Engineering Yiu-Wing Mai AM has been elected a Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE).
Should you take opioids for low back pain?
Opioids should only be considered in limited circumstances for low back pain and greater efforts are needed to help people come off opioids, write University of Sydney researchers.
"Uni 2 beyond" initiative wins national award
The University of Sydney's "uni 2 beyond" initiative has taken out the Excellence in Education and Training Award at the 2017 National Disability Awards on Sunday 3 December.
Make your garden thrive: tips for healthier soil
Sydney's Inner West has been found to have high levels of metal in its soil as well as a tricky soil texture but that doesn't mean your garden can't thrive. PhD student Liana Johnson shares simple tips to improve soil health.
Celebrating a decade of smart mining solutions
Leading global mining group Rio Tinto and the University of Sydney have celebrated the 10th anniversary of their multimillion dollar research partnership aimed at increasing innovation in mining.