2018

Articles published in 2018

27 March 2018

University of Sydney and NTU Singapore engineers join forces

Engineers from the University of Sydney and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) are collaborating on research in diverse areas ranging from artificial intelligence (AI) and food technology to clean energy and waste management.
26 March 2018

Opera inspired by young girls’ experience of September 11

The Howling Girls, a new chamber opera composed by Sydney Conservatorium of Music's Dr Damien Ricketson, is inspired by the unusual medical experience of a group of young women affected by September 11.
26 March 2018

A breakthrough business that's changing how we shop

The Afterpay logo is suddenly everywhere, not unlike the company's founder, natural-born entrepreneur, Nick Molnar. Afterpay has been embraced by shoppers and retailers. It wasn't an overnight success, but it wasn't far off.
26 March 2018

Strategic goals to achieving sustainable development in Indonesia

After presenting his research at a UN Forum, Associate Professor Paul Jones is taking masters students on a field trip to study urbanisation first hand.
26 March 2018

Qantas flight heralds second stage of research partnership

Researchers at the Charles Perkins Centre have collaborated with Qantas to transform air travel health and wellbeing, ahead of the airline's first Perth to London flight that departed Australia on Saturday.
26 March 2018

What role does cultural competence have in higher education?

Cultural Competence and the Higher Education Sector is the focus of a conference to be held on campus next week, hosted by the University of Sydney's National Centre for Cultural Competence.
26 March 2018

The Space Between Stars premiere

Composition student Ella Macens will premiere her latest work, The Space Between Stars, at the annual Chancellor’s Concert.
26 March 2018

The impact of new technologies on insider trading

New technologies are having a big impact on insider trading, with implications for all companies and regulators.
23 March 2018

Everything you need to know about daylight saving

Daylight saving is a ritual observed by over 40 percent of the world, but why do we change our clocks and how does it impact your sleep? University of Sydney experts explain.
23 March 2018

How ADHD affects pregnancy outcomes in women and their babies

Women on medication for ADHD should not stop treatment without consulting a doctor, says Dr Alison Poulton.
23 March 2018

Urban technology designed to transform city environments

Steven Bai uses new technology to make urban environments more engaging and people friendly. He says the modern city is like a huge operating system that needs an upgrade, and he's already working on it.
22 March 2018

From chemical engineer to wine maker

Winemaking is not the usual career path for a chemical engineer, but University of Sydney Alumnus Derek Fitzgerald has proven that mixing problem-solving and project management skills with creativity and passion yields success.
22 March 2018

How artists can help doctors conquer dangerous lifestyle diseases

In the fight against obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, art can reach the public with messages health professionals find hard to convey, writes Alana Valentine, writer-in-residence at the Charles Perkins Centre.
22 March 2018

Too many back pain patients receiving the wrong care

A new series in the Lancet, featuring University of Sydney authors, reveals a global epidemic of inappropriate tests and treatments for back pain, such as imaging, opioids and surgery.
22 March 2018

Country Women's Association backs scholarship in food security

Thanks to a major donation from the Country Women's Association of NSW, a new PhD scholarship will support a student working to develop a sustainable approach to nutrition.
22 March 2018

3D printing moves into biomedical engineering

3D printing was a revelation. Now, it's a revolution, with biomedical 3D printing promising to create human tissue and body parts. Our researchers lead the field as they work to repair damaged heart tissue and replace bone.
21 March 2018

Humanitarian engineer’s passion for water, sanitation and hygiene

Dr Jacqueline Thomas' research into climate-resilient sanitation systems aims to reduce illnesses related to inadequate water, sanitation and hygiene (WaSH) in developing countries and remote communities.
21 March 2018

What to do this mid-semester break

While it’s important to use this time to catch up on some study, make sure to also find some time to relax, recharge and get ready to tackle the rest of semester. Here are some ideas to help you come back to classes feeling refreshed.
21 March 2018

Celebrating World Poetry Day

On World Poetry Day, Australian poet and newly announced Education Writer-in-Residence Mark Tredinnick speaks of the beauty and the potential of the poetic art form.
21 March 2018

Acclaimed poet named Writer-in-Residence on World Poetry Day

To coincide with World Poetry Day on 21 March, the University of Sydney has named renowned Australian poet, author and teacher Mark Tredinnick as its School of Education and Social Work 2018 Writer-in-Residence.