2018

08 June 2018

Nutritional quality of fish and squid reduced by warm water events

The nutritional quality of fish and squid deteriorates under warm water events, research reveals - with implications for the marine environment, marine predators and fisheries capturing food for human consumption.

08 June 2018

Leaving a bequest: how one University supporter is giving back

Sixty years after arriving in Australia as a refugee, Anna Breinl has left the University a bequest that could transform students' lives.

08 June 2018

Monkeys eat fats and carbs to keep warm

Crave comfort foods in cooler months? You're in good company. Golden snub-nosed monkeys prefer to eat more fats and carbohydrates in winter to help generate heat, research suggests.

07 June 2018

Breast cancer researcher named as a Fresh Scientist of the year

Dr Pegah Varamini presented her research last night at the Fresh Science pub night to a crowd of science enthusiasts.

07 June 2018

Sydney jumps eight places in latest global rankings

The University of Sydney now ranks 42nd globally and third nationally in the 2019 QS World University Rankings.

07 June 2018

Insider tips on how to make the most of your MBA

Ashlea Wallington, graduate of the University of Sydney Business School MBA program, gives some inside tips on how to make the most out of your MBA.

06 June 2018

International nurse discovers more with a Master of Nursing

Gina Dolezel came from Canada to study a Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry), and found the program's robust curriculum helped her discover more about the Canadian healthcare system alongside the Australian.

06 June 2018

Vale Emeritus Professor Graeme Austin Bird AO

We are saddened by news of the passing of Emeritus Professor Graeme Austin Bird on May 26th 2018, aged 88. Professor Bird was an internationally-renowned Australian scientist and aeronautical engineer.

05 June 2018

Two of us: dentists cutting their teeth in regional Australia

Dr Bruce Gray (Bachelor of Dental Surgery, 1975) welcomes dentistry students and shares his advice for their regional and rural placements, over a glass of wine and his wife’s signature marinated beef fillets.

05 June 2018

USYD pharmacist: how I became a medical science liaison

Natalie worked across three continents and explored community pharmacy, clinical trials research and the pharmaceutical industry before finding her feet in oncology.

05 June 2018

Outstanding students recognised at 2018 Prize Ceremony

Sydney Law School held its annual Prize Giving Ceremony on 31 May 2018 to celebrate the academic achievements of its students.

05 June 2018

Making waves: new study proves long-standing physics theory

An international team of researchers, led by the University of Sydney, has used the famous 'Schrödinger equation' to prove the existence of a wall phenomenon impacting on the physics of waves.

05 June 2018

Demystifying computing degrees verses software engineering

If you’re a school leaver looking for a qualification that best prepares you for a future-focused career in computing or information technology, you may be a little confused as to the differences between the various degrees. 

04 June 2018

Honorary doctorate celebrates engineering champion

Dr Stuart McGill has been admitted to the degree of Doctor of Engineering (honoris causa) in recognition of his international business career and contributions as an adviser and expert in the engineering industry.

04 June 2018

How students are teaching Westpac about artificial intelligence

Seven small teams of students are preparing to present ideas about how artificial intelligence can be used to modernise banking to Westpac, as part of the University's new Industry and Community Projects Units.

04 June 2018

Everyday campus heroes: Lingo Legend

Living among us are a handful of secret superheroes who use their powers for the greater good of our campuses. They’re the everyday heroes who make our University community truly special.

01 June 2018

Radical architecture: erasing the city

Indigenous architect Kevin O’Brien uses collaboration, fire and drawing to elevate an understanding of Country.

01 June 2018

Bowel Cancer Awareness Month: how Sydney is tackling the disease

To mark Bowel Cancer Awareness Month in June, we celebrate three researchers taking on a disease that kills thousands of Australians every year.

01 June 2018

Walking faster could make you live longer: research

Researchers call for walking pace to be emphasised in public health messages, as analysis of over 50,000 walkers finds a faster pace is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality.

01 June 2018

Daring students pitch to industry professionals

A new professional engagement initiative sees Master of Architecture students present their projects to industry leaders.