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What's happening in nano technology at the institute
Find out about upcoming events, recent discoveries and progress in the field of nanotechnology.
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26 June 2024
ARC invests in research partnerships with industry
The Australian Research Council has awarded $5.15 million to industry projects at the University, along with funding for an Industrial Transformation Training Centre to prepare leaders of Australia's future quantum computing industry
08 May 2024
Sydney a logical choice for $10 million grant to suppress quantum errors
University of Sydney one of four research institutions globally funded in IARPA program to work on quantum error correction methods aimed at drastically improving quantum technology.
02 May 2024
Nanotech opens door to future of insulin medication
Research led by the University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District has developed a new type of oral insulin based on nanotechnology. In the future, it could offer the 75 million people worldwide who use insulin for diabetes a more effective and needle-free alternative.
29 April 2024
University of Sydney awarded $18.4 million for national quantum centre
A national centre of innovation and collaboration led by the University of Sydney aims to unlock quantum's potential.
03 April 2024
Five Sydney researchers honoured by Australian Academy of Science
Australian Academy of Science recognises outstanding work in geosciences, mathematics, solar energy research, biomedical engineering and applied biological sciences.
15 December 2023
NHMRC awards $31m for innovative health and medical research
Researchers from the University of Sydney have been awarded more than $31 million in grants from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).
13 December 2023
University to share in $40 million to combat plastic waste
A new, government-funded co-operative research centre will transform how plastic is designed, used, and recycled to help address one of the biggest environmental challenges of our time.
01 December 2023
Photonic chip that 'fits together like Lego' opens door to local industry
New semiconductor architecture integrates traditional electronics with photonic, or light, components. Designed by Dr Alvaro Casas Bedoya in the School of Physics, the chip could have application in advanced radar, satellites, wireless networks and 6G telecommunications.
22 November 2023
Quantum tech for health: Sydney team wins Wellcome Leap contract
A multidisciplinary team at Sydney Nano from the Sydney Medical School, Physics and Chemistry is using emerging quantum technology to explore new molecules to treat disease.
15 November 2023
Sydney researchers win NSW Premier's Prizes for Science and Engineering
Three researchers from the University of Sydney have received NSW Premier's Prizes for Science and Engineering, recognising their impactful work on the local and global stage across science, health and engineering.