2019

The latest news and expert opinion from the University of Sydney

Latest news

28 February 2019

Sydney women lead the way

What makes a good leader? Six of the University's leaders, who also happen to be women, share the view from the top - and the advice they'd offer aspiring female leaders.
28 February 2019

Australian Academy of Science honours our researchers

Outstanding contributions to science have been recognised by the Australian Academy of Science today, recognising lifelong achievement and early-career success.
27 February 2019

Gelion batteries to help power the renewables revolution

As we switch from fossil fuels to renewables, storage systems will become vital, says Professor Thomas Maschmeyer. Gelion's battery storage platform can help provide capacity for a post-carbon economy.
27 February 2019

Business School launches international scholarship program

The University of Sydney Business School is seeking to build a more culturally-diverse base by offering a range of graduate and postgraduate scholarship to outstanding students from non-traditional markets across Asia.
27 February 2019

World-beating results in QS subject rankings

The QS 2019 Subject Rankings, released today, rated two University of Sydney subjects in the top 10 globally and 30 subjects in the top 50 globally.
26 February 2019

University launches new digital placemaking Footbridge Gallery

The University of Sydney has launched the Footbridge Gallery, a digital placemaking area embedded in the landscape of the University using light, sound and music to create an open, shared space.
26 February 2019

New research casts doubt on cause of Angkor's collapse

New University of Sydney research has revealed the ancient Cambodian city of Angkor underwent a gradual decline in occupation rather than an abrupt collapse.
25 February 2019

5 top tips to succeed in your first year of university

With lectures kicking off this week, Dr Maria Chisari from the Sydney School of Education and Social Work gives five essential tips on how to make the most of your first year - what pitfalls to avoid and how to get involved.
25 February 2019

Sydney librarian discovers rare drawing by Renaissance artist

One of the most enigmatic figures in Renaissance art, Giorgione, has been identified as the artist behind a drawing that remained undiscovered for over 500 years on the back page of a University of Sydney library book
22 February 2019

Is ASIC the watchdog that no one fears?

The Banking Royal Commission has raised questions about the role of the Australian Securities and Investment Commission, writes Professor Jason Harris, specialist in corporate law at the University of Sydney Law School.