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14 July 2023
Inside NATO's expanding reach in the Asia-Pacific region
Since Russia invaded Ukraine, the world has watched NATO summits closely. This year the security alliance wants to expand in the Asia Pacific region. Dr Gorana Grgic from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences explains.
12 July 2023
Russia's TikTok: Micro-influencers amplifying misinformation
Dr Olga Boichak, a sociologist and social media expert, unpacks the rise of micro-influencers on Russian TikTok and the radicalised narratives around the Russia/Ukraine war.
10 July 2023
University Museum Director helps shape NSW Cultural Policy
University of Sydney Director of Museums and Cultural Engagement Michael Dagostino has been appointed to a Ministerial Advisory Panel developing NSW's first-ever Arts, Culture and Creative Industries Policy.
06 July 2023
Theatre Studies hosts award-winning playwright on campus
The University's Theatre and Performance Studies community welcomes renowned playwright Suzie Miller on campus to develop her new play Jailbaby.
04 July 2023
5-minute brain break: refresh your mind (anywhere)
Researchers from University of Sydney set out to discover which common attention hacks really work. They found a 5-minute break from thinking is all you need to get your concentration back. There is no need for a walk along a river, or a lengthy video of bamboo forests swaying in the wind (although that could be nice). A five-minute total break will do the trick.
04 July 2023
Sydney scholars honoured with top Australian fellowship
Three University of Sydney academics have been awarded prestigious Australian Laureate Fellowships from the Australian Research Council.