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04 March 2020
Evolution and spine shape may predispose you to back problems
The reason many humans experience pain in their lower back can be found in our evolutionary past, according to new research from a team of bioarchaeologists at the University of Sydney, Simon Fraser University and the University of Liverpool.
04 March 2020
QS subject rankings reflect breadth of Sydney expertise
The QS 2020 Subject Rankings has rated 31 University of Sydney subjects in the top 50 globally, up from 30 in 2019.
04 March 2020
Marie Sklodowska-Curie fellowship to fund gender equity research
The struggle for equality of history's most famous woman of science will be at the forefront of Dr Millicent Churcher's mind when she undertakes a research project on gender equity at the Freie Universitat Berlin in Germany.
04 March 2020
Early start key to easing the trajectory of childhood obesity
On World Obesity Day, a new study shows that early education and support for pregnant women and parents could be key to combating rising rates of obesity in Australian kids.
04 March 2020
A possible legal solution to sexual harassment at work
By classifying sexual harassment as a workplace harm, workplace health and safety (WHS) laws could help prevent it, according to researchers.
03 March 2020
Three Australian Academy of Science award winners
The outstanding contributions to science of three of our researchers have been recognised by the Australian Academy of Science.
03 March 2020
Safeguarding against the financial impact of COVID-19
The University of Sydney today announced a series of measures to safeguard the institution from the growing economic impact of the COVID-19 crisis.
03 March 2020
Fun and VR games in the workplace
02 March 2020
Recognising cultural identity
From its earliest days, the University of Sydney was proudly in and of this land. When University founders chose the motto "sidere mens eadem mutato" and endorsed the design of the original seal, they delighted in representation of the southern night sky and the flora and fauna of this new country.