2023

24 May 2023

New technique substantially reduces mouse damage to crops even during plagues

A non-toxic method to prevent mice from devouring wheat crops has been shown to drastically reduce seed loss. 

23 May 2023

Raising the Voice to Parliament

Six years ago, more than 250 First Nations leaders called for a Voice to Parliament. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has now committed to a referendum - but why does the Voice matter?

23 May 2023

How can we support kids getting Autism or ADHD assessments better?

Around half of young children who attended their first neurodevelopmental assessment showed signs of mental distress. Professor Adam Guastella, Dr Kelsie Boulton and Asssociate Professor Natalie Silove explore what we need to do to ensure mental health needs are addressed early.

23 May 2023

Playable sculpture brings community together

Dr Sanne Mestrom from the Sydney College of the Arts has created a sculpture that invites the community to gather and connect at the site of a traditional gathering place. Commissioned by the City of Geelong, The Secret reflects Dr Mestrom's aim to use art as a bridge between the built and natural environments and as means to create a place of refuge and play.

23 May 2023

In 2050, over 800 million people globally estimated to be living with back pain

Study estimates there will be over 800 million cases of low back pain in 2050, a 36 percent increase from 2020. With an ageing population, researchers say we must 'put the brakes' on low back pain cases before the burden becomes too great for our healthcare system.

22 May 2023

The gaming audience is queerer than ever

Dr Xavier Ho, a Junior Visiting Fellow in the University of Sydney's inaugural Hunt-Simes Institute in Sexuality Studies, explores the steadily growing global market for queer games.

22 May 2023

Degree of Doctor of Business presented to global business leader  

David Thodey AO has received a degree of Doctor of Business for his contributions to business, telecommunications and public service.

19 May 2023

Mad Max director admitted to the degree of Doctor of Letters

The University of Sydney awarded the degree of Doctor of Letters (honoris causa) to George Miller for his contributions to the silver screen in Australia and worldwide.

18 May 2023

Sydney Con unveils busts of women composers to inspire students

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music has unveiled busts of three composers and musicians in its library to inspire students, as part of its ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

18 May 2023

Iver Cairns recognised as Scientist of the Year at the Australian Space Awards

Winning from a group of 10 finalists, Professor Iver Cairns has dedicated his award to the scientists and students helping build Australia's space industry through CUAVA training centre.