2018

09 July 2018

Rising trend for keyhole appendix removal benefits kids

New University of Sydney research finds laparoscopic (keyhole) appendicectomy for children improves outcomes and is associated with a shorter length of hospital stay, compared to open appendicectomy.

09 July 2018

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women influencing Sydney staff

From storytellers and activists to mothers and leaders, the active participation and strength of Indigenous women has enabled generations who have followed.

09 July 2018

Sydney Nano AeroEV team wins the The Big Idea prize for 2018

A proposed innovative technology that can deliver nanoscale messengers to the lungs wins $45,000 pre-seed funding from Sydney Research for Wojtek Chrzanowski's Pharmacy group.

09 July 2018

Teachers need more support, less admin to deliver quality education

New data shows the majority of teachers (91 percent) reported administrative demands were a hindrance to their core job, according to a University of Sydney survey.

09 July 2018

Applying MBA skills to wicked social problems

Claire Taylor, UN Women NC Australia MBA Scholarship recipient and current MBA student, tells her story.

06 July 2018

Funding boost for sustainable agriculture research

The Sydney Institute of Agriculture has been awarded funding for one of the 15 successful projects announced by the Federal Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources as part of its National Landcare Program.

06 July 2018

Super boost for artificial intelligence research

The University of Sydney has regenerated its supercomputing infrastructure with the commissioning of Artemis 3, a new supercomputer that will support ongoing research into artificial intelligence (AI) and humanoid robotics.

06 July 2018

Top 10 free things to do this semester

As we adjust to the mixture of online and face-to-face classes, the University is still abuzz with activity. If you've got some time up your sleeve, check out some of the best free programs and online events to keep you entertained and healthy this semester.

05 July 2018

Content of illicit cannabis to treat kids with epilepsy revealed

A study of community use of medicinal cannabis to treat childhood epilepsy has found most samples contained some THC and little CBD, contrary to parents' expectations, and a majority were reported as reducing seizures.

05 July 2018

Portrait of an engineering trailblazer

As a respected engineer and transformative staff member at the University of Sydney for more than 50 years, of course Professor Rolf Prince would have a portrait done. One of his students, Don Heussler, helped make it happen.

05 July 2018

New era begins with change of leadership in Engineering and IT

Professor Willy Zwaenepoel, an established global leader in experimental computer science research, begins his tenure with an agenda to foster new collaborations and attract and retain the best engineering and technology minds.

05 July 2018

Acclaimed composer and writer present new work at Sydney premiere

The Sydney Conservatorium of Music presents the Sydney premiere of The Weight of Light by composer James Humberstone and writer Nigel Featherstone, featuring virtuosic duo Michael Lampard and Alan Hicks.

05 July 2018

On-campus exam prep for Year 12 Indigenous students

The University's winter program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Year 12 students will provide academic support ahead of final exams, and guidance for applying to and starting university.

05 July 2018

Sleep disorder linked to brain changes seen in dementia

Obstructive sleep apnoea has been linked to brain changes seen in the early stages of dementia, University of Sydney research reveals.

04 July 2018

Samoa's national orchestra masters the classical and traditional

Spending time as a teacher with the National Orchestra of Samoa, Sydney Conservatorium of Music alumna, Beatrice Carey, was swept up in the spirit of their music making.

04 July 2018

Australian GPs cautiously supportive of medicinal cannabis access

A majority of GPs believe medicinal cannabis should be available on prescription, bypassing the specialist system, but most lack information about how to negotiate the bureaucratic processes to meet increasing patient demand.

04 July 2018

Exploring patient-centred pathways for mental health care

Associate Professor Jennifer Smith-Merry, an advocate for patient-centred healthcare, has developed recommendations to help improve mental health services based on individual needs.

03 July 2018

Reflecting on ‘indigenous sustainability practices and processes’

“Sustainability practices and processes entangle culture through traditional foods. With access to country and maintenance of customary economies, there are opportunities for human flourishing, animal and plant restoration.”

03 July 2018

Could dentists check oral health over the phone?

Researchers from the University of Sydney School of Dentistry are collaborating on a national project that will determine if it is clinically and cost effective to screen school children using a smartphone camera.

03 July 2018

Anticonvulsant drugs ineffective for back pain, pose risk of adverse effects

Anticonvulsant drugs are ineffective in the treatment of lower back and lumbar radicular pain despite prescriptions rising by 500 percent in the past decade, new research led by the University of Sydney reveals.