June
Articles
11 June 2021
Realising the aspiration of 30-minute cities in Australia
Researchers from the University of Sydney's School of Architecture, Design and Planning have used new data sources and tools to develop a novel framework that could be the key to realising Australia's ambition of 30-minute cities.
11 June 2021
Air conditioning unnecessary in majority of heatwave conditions globally
Most of Asia, Europe, North America and South America have never experienced heatwave conditions that would prohibit electric fans from being a safe, effective and clean alternative to air conditioning, finds a new study.
10 June 2021
Proposed return of international students to Sydney
The University welcomes today's announcement by NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet, about the NSW Government pilot plan for the expected safe return of international students over the second half of this year.
10 June 2021
Sydney scientists take home Young Tall Poppy Awards
Outstanding contributions in the fields of biomedical engineering, conservation science and synthetic chemistry have led to three researchers from the University of Sydney being named 2021 Young Tall Poppy Science Award winners.
10 June 2021
Top tier business schools join forces in first-of-its-kind partnership
Two triple-crowned Business Schools, the Indian School of Business and University of Sydney Business School, have entered a five-year partnership, which is one of the most comprehensive of its kind.
10 June 2021
Health benefits of low protein-high carbohydrate diets depend on carb type
In a pre-clinical study that helps settle the debate on the pros and cons of carbs, Australian researchers have found the quality and type of carbohydrates eaten in combination with reduced protein levels severely impacts health outcomes.
09 June 2021
The Other Portrait
A new exhibition brings together the works of contemporary artists who explore the concept and traditions of portraiture. The exhibition will be accompanied by a panel discussion and a series of artist talks.
09 June 2021
How Australians' commutes compare with cities overseas
Transport engineers, Professor David Levinson and Dr Hao Wu, compared the commutes of Australians against those living in Europe, China and the United States. This is what they found.
09 June 2021
University of Sydney launches Sustainable Investment Strategy
We will increase investment in sustainable solutions and exclude fossil fuel companies with inadequate transition plans from investments, building on our significant progress to date.
09 June 2021
Sydney 38th in world in QS rankings
Strong results for University of Sydney in highly regarded QS rankings of 1300 universities.