2024
Articles
26 June 2024
Chancellor's farewell after more than a decade
Belinda Hutchinson AC will step down as the University's 18th Chancellor at the end of June. As she prepares to leave the role, she shares her reflections with the University community.
25 June 2024
Beyond CRISPR: seekRNA delivers a new pathway for accurate gene editing
Patented method developed in the laboratory of Dr Sandro Ataide promises to accelerate the potential of genetic engineering already shown by CRISPR gene-editing technology.
25 June 2024
What is streptococcal toxic shock syndrome?
Reports of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome are on the rise in Japan. Dr Phoebe Williams from the Sydney Infectious Disease Institute and co-authors write about what you need to know about the rare but serious bacterial illness.
25 June 2024
No more recreational vaping for Australians. What next?
Access to vapes will be further restricted, with a vape sales ban set to pass parliament. From October, vapes will be sold over the counter at pharmacies. Associate Professor Becky Freeman from the Charles Perkins Centre writes about the public health implications.
25 June 2024
New vaping reforms to end vape sales from general retailers: experts explain
University of Sydney researchers respond to upcoming legislation on the manufacture, sale and advertising of vapes in Australia.
25 June 2024
Bell Shakespeare's new King Lear understands the joy of a good tragedy
Dr Kirk Dodd, lecturer in English, reviews the new King Lear at Bell Shakespeare, directed by Peter Evans and starring one of Australia's finest classical actors, Robert Menzies.
25 June 2024
Tom Calma appointed to University Senate
Professor Tom Calma AO has been appointed to the University of Sydney's Senate, joining the governing body as a ministerially appointed external fellow.
25 June 2024
How much oxygen do very premature babies need after birth?
A University of Sydney study suggests giving oxygen at a concentration of 90 to 100 percent soon after birth could halve the risk of death for very premature babies that need help breathing.
24 June 2024
Strengthening epidemiology training in Asia Pacific with fieldwork and eLearning opportunities
Boosting veterinary epidemiology across the Asia Pacific by enabling field veterinarians to detect and respond to zootonic disease outbreaks promptly.
24 June 2024
Indigenous-owned businesses level up
The first students of the flagship program for Indigenous business owners have graduated with a supplier microcredential and a new network of mentors and peers.