2018

08 May 2018

Universities in a world of rising inequality and technological change

Universities can help address rising inequality and threats to the long-term sustainability of liberal democracy, writes Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Duncan Ivison.

08 May 2018

Law students represent Australia at global innovation program

Bachelor of Laws students Olivia Grivas and Brent Liang headed to Miami last month to present at the final event of international legal innovation program, LawWithoutWalls (LWOW).

08 May 2018

Career benefits of specialist postgraduate study in medicine

Pursue your passion and discover postgraduate education for doctors. Our specialist postgraduate courses are taught by experts in the medical field and offer a wide range of benefits for doctors.

08 May 2018

Why study critical care medicine?

This highly sought after degree has been designed by critical care clinicians for doctors working, or planning to work, in emergency medicine, anaesthetics and intensive care medicine.

08 May 2018

Why study clinical neurophysiology?

Specialise with a postgraduate degree in clinical neurophysiology and develop theoretical and practical knowledge in this broad discipline that encompasses diagnostic services and intraoperative monitoring.

08 May 2018

Why study metabolic health?

Our highly practical metabolic health program is delivered by international leaders in the field of diabetes and metabolic health.

08 May 2018

Why study internal medicine?

Our postgraduate internal medicine program is the only degree of its kind in Australasia.

08 May 2018

5 reasons to study sexual and reproductive health

Study a postgraduate degree in sexual and reproductive health and improve health outcomes in Australia and around the world.

08 May 2018

Why study pharmaceutical and medical device development?

Our range of Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Development degrees at the University of Sydney will provide you with insights and understanding into the complex and dynamic processes involved in bringing pharmaceutical and medical technology to market.

08 May 2018

5 reasons to study pain management

Chronic pain affects around 20 percent of Australians and costs the community an estimated $34 billion annually. Our program is designed for healthcare professionals will empower you to make a difference in this emerging field.

08 May 2018

International surgeon delivers annual Diana Temple Memorial Lecture

The 9th Annual Diana Temple AM Memorial Lecture was presented by Dr Caprice C. Greenberg, who gave her talk "Sticky floors and glass ceilings" about gender disparity in surgery.

08 May 2018

Can switching from sugar to diet drinks reduce health risks?

A University of Sydney study that models a sugar to diet beverage switch in rats suggests swapping to artificially sweetened beverages may help improve metabolic and cognitive impairments that result from too much sugar.

08 May 2018

Global tourism carbon footprint quantified in world first

Tourism has been revealed to be responsible for almost a tenth of greenhouse gas emissions, with flights a major component. The paper highlights a gap in the Paris climate agreement, which does not include aviation.

08 May 2018

Science alumnus Dr Mohit Tolani wins Alumni Award

Dr Mohit Tolani, who graduated with his Bachelor of Medical Science in 2010, has won the Outstanding Achievements of Young Alumni Award from the University of Sydney.

07 May 2018

Teachers suffer from "unsustainable" administrative demands: survey

Ninety percent of NSW teachers say changes in government policy and administrative responsibilities have significantly added to their work over the past five years and impacted on their time with students.

07 May 2018

ANZAN president discusses clinical neurophysiology coursework

Professor Matthew Kiernan, President of the Australian and New Zealand Association of Neurologists (ANZAN), discusses the clinical neurophysiology coursework offered at Sydney Medical School.

07 May 2018

Eggs not linked to cardiovascular risk, despite conflicting advice

Eating up to 12 eggs a week does not increase cardiovascular risk factors in people with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes, new research finds - despite conflicting dietary advice continuing around the world.

07 May 2018

Emily Maguire named Charles Perkins Centre Writer in Residence

Emily Maguire has been awarded the 2018 Charles Perkins Centre Writer in Residence Fellowship, receiving $100,000 and other benefits to support her work on a novel addressing the complex relationship between social identity and health.

07 May 2018

Stephanie Russell wins scholarship to pursue jazz career

Jazz vocals student Stephanie Russell has been awarded the 2018 Generations in Jazz Vocal Scholarship. The Newcastle-based student is in the final year of her degree and will receive $5000 as part of the scholarship.

04 May 2018

5 things you need to know about the federal budget

Ahead of the 2018-19 Federal Budget on Tuesday, University of Sydney experts explain what the budget might mean for Australia, including the implications in the infrastructure sector, taxation system and NDIS funding.