February

February news

Sydney koalas' catch-22

Study highlights imminent risks facing the city’s koala population.

Campus Access Policy: outcomes of consultation

Update on the Campus Access Policy

Today, the University of Sydney provided an update to staff and students about its revised Campus Access Policy.

Combine these tiny health tweaks for a longer life, say researchers

Increasing sleep and physical activity by a few minutes, and eating half an extra portion of veg could reduce risk of pr...

Mentor and Me: Nigel Maher and Richard Scolyer

Hear from PhD candidate Nigel Maher and his supervisor Professor Richard Scolyer as the two discuss melanoma, AI, and do...

Sydney health researchers awarded NHMRC Partnership Project grants

New NHRMC funding will help three University of Sydney researchers work with partner organisations to improve nursing ca...

Influencers promoting 'overwhelmingly' misleading information about medical tests on social media

University of Sydney scholarship honours legacy of 1965 Freedom Ride

New scholarship will support NSW Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students experiencing financial hardship.

Mitch Gibbs receives Academy of Science award for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander scientists

Blending Traditional Knowledge and Western science to care for Country.

Professor Robert Park recognised as national 'problem solver' by Universities Australia

Cereal fungus research saves farmers billions of dollars a year worldwide.

University of Sydney researchers awarded over $45 million in NHMRC Investigator Grants

Twenty-four high-performing researchers have been granted a total of $45.6 million in 2025 NHMRC Investigator Grants fun...

University of Sydney awarded gender equality grant

Research to inform Australian Government’s Working for Women: A Strategy for Gender Equality

Mardi Gras Parade 2025: Sydney student designs striking jacaranda artwork

Artwork designed for the University of Sydney float in the 2025 Mardi Gras Parade embodies deep connection to Country.

Groundbreaking study shows potential of new mRNA vaccine to help fight tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is the number one cause of infectious mortality worldwide, despite treatments being widely available

From the bush to becoming a benefactor

Jack Goodacre’s time at St John's College and the University of Sydney left a lasting mark on his life. Now, decades lat...

Should YouTube be exempt from the social media ban?

YouTube hosts a lot of garbage, but experts argue the government is right to let kids keep watching it.

How a curious polymer could prevent blood clotting in medical implants

University of Sydney researchers are developing a surface coating that could stop blood clotting in medical devices like...

Australians are waiting 12 years on average before seeking help for mental health

University's position on criticism: statement

The University of Sydney has clarified its position on criticism, after receiving feedback on the wording of a letter to...

University response to statement from independent student group

The University of Sydney today responded to reports of a slide featuring a statement from an independent student group, ...

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