February
Articles
26 February 2021
Australian-first snapshot of healthcare-associated infections
A new Elsevier publication co-edited by academics in three states has started the process of bringing together information about healthcare-associated infections nationally, in line with international best practice.
26 February 2021
Sydney opens state-of-the-art Susan Wakil Health Building
The Susan Wakil Health Building, a world-class facility purpose built to support the future health workforce and meet the health challenges of our time, was opened today.
25 February 2021
Benefits of team building exercises jeopardised if not truly voluntary
Zoom dress up parties and 'trust falls' - team building has become the go-to tool for managers trying to increase rapport and productivity, but many employees resent compulsory bonding, often regarding it as the bane of their workplace existence.
24 February 2021
Sydney research informs Sports Medicine Australia's new heat policy
Pioneering research into heat and health from the University of Sydney's Thermal Ergonomics Laboratory has paved the way for the development of Sports Medicine Australia's new extreme heat policy.
23 February 2021
From missions to makarraṯa
The Yolŋu process of makarraṯa, promoting shared understanding to find a unified path forward, has underpinned a flagship exhibition, and a related book, at the University's new Chau Chak Wing Museum.
22 February 2021
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22 February 2021
New antimicrobial resistance resource for vets
Vets, pet owners, farmers and the community can make informed choices about treating animal infections, thanks to a new online guide, co-developed by the University of Sydney.
22 February 2021
It's not just vaccine refusers who might not get the COVID-19 vaccination
As the COVID-19 vaccine rolls out, Coronavirus joins many other disease super-villains tackled by vaccination, including smallpox, whooping cough and polio. While some people still won't be vaccinated, the reasons might not be what you think.
19 February 2021
Myanmar's young protesters are funny, brave and media-savvy
Young anti-coup protesters in Myanmar are using pop culture references to Hunger Games and Game of Thrones, and punk and pop music to get their message across and they won't back down, writes Dr Susan Banki of Sydney Southeast Asia Centre.
19 February 2021
Entrepreneurship excellence in INCUBATE's 2021 intake
INCUBATE, Australia's first university-based accelerator program, has announced the ten start-ups accepted for this year's program. The multi award-winning program at the University of Sydney mentors and funds students, alumni and researchers to launch start-ups through its accelerator program.