2019

23 September 2019

Intelligent engineering the key to harnessing the power of data

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are revolutionising the way we work. Our Intelligent Information Engineering specialisation trains engineers to use AI as a tool to process data, in order to solve real-world problems.

23 September 2019

How to creatively transform education

Together with external creative arts and education powerhouses, University of Sydney academics aim to embed creativity in curricula so that students become 21st Century-ready

20 September 2019

First Sydney Scholars India winners

Undergraduate students Madhullikaa Singh from Mumbai and Aryan Bhatia from Delhi are the inaugural recipients of the two major scholarships offered under the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship program, valued at up to AU$200,000 (INR 10,000,000) each.

20 September 2019

The hunt for dark matter: Sydney joins ARC Centre of Excellence

Professor Celine Boehm welcomes $35 million funding for national research centre to answer one of physics great open questions.

20 September 2019

'Piano Woman' scoops prize pool

Pianist Leanne Jin has picked up three prestigious prizes in just two months, including first prize in the Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition.

19 September 2019

Sydney University graduates named most employable in Australia

University of Sydney graduates have been named the most employable in Australia and fourth globally in the 2020 QS Graduate Employability Rankings.

18 September 2019

Data sharing in a future contractual setting and MaaS

Yale Wong's contribution to the International Association of Public Transport (UITP) explores the future of data sharing in the context of MaaS (Mobility as a Service).

18 September 2019

Innovation must be a priority for boards, finds new study

Boards that fail to understand the importance of innovation may block business growth opportunities and underestimate the impact of digital disruption, according to a report by the University of Sydney Business School and AICD.

18 September 2019

Showcasing aged care, transport and mental health innovations

Seven visionary startups from Sydney students, staff and alumni will compete in the Genesis Finale at the University of Sydney this Friday 20 September.

18 September 2019

Good weather, great city, better research

International Fellows are often inspired by Sydney’s beauty and energy. They also appreciate a scholarly environment that supports academics and values multidisciplinary research. Here, two Fellows share their experiences.

18 September 2019

Update: University of Sydney's Ramsay Centre proposal

The University of Sydney Vice-Chancellor and Principal Dr Michael Spence has today written to staff to advise on an updated funding proposal to the Ramsay Centre for Western Civilisation.

18 September 2019

MBA student profile: Emma Brown

Emma Brown, current student and UN Women Australia MBA scholarship recipient, shares her tips and tricks on life with a baby while doing her MBA.

18 September 2019

University of Sydney launches School of Biomedical Engineering

The Faculty of Engineering's new School of Biomedical Engineering aims to "continue the University's record of real-world problem-solving."

18 September 2019

Drug-resistant XDR typhoid on our doorstep

MBI researchers report Australia's first case of extensively drug-resistant (XDR) typhoid

18 September 2019

The Ruthven Blackburn Medal winner

The Medal is awarded to a senior staff member of SMS in recognition of a sustained, distinguished and notable contribution to clinical research and demonstrated commitment to mentoring junior colleagues.

18 September 2019

See you in the streets: the climate strike and extinction rebellion

Accepting an award from Amnesty International on Monday, Greta Thunberg rightly said, “Activism works — so act“. And as we turn to the streets, the Government’s desperate attempt to criminalise social protest and label activists as ‘terrorists’ shows that our protest is indeed working — as long as we all keep showing up.

17 September 2019

Engineering for the future

The emergence of new technology has caused a surge in demand for graduates skilled in AI, cybersecurity and big data. Find out how our degrees will prepare you to meet the challenges of this technology-driven future.

17 September 2019

E-Mine - design thinking offers a sustainable solution

The Genesis program which supports the most promising start-ups has shortlisted Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning student, Shriya Srinagesh, whose concept offers an ingenious solution for recycling e-waste.

17 September 2019

On Thank You Day, donors give millions to education and research

As the University celebrates the generosity of its donors with Thank You Day, three supporters have contributed close to $3 million to causes from scholarships to medical research.

17 September 2019

Detailed characterisation of the tuberculosis epidemic in Western Sydney: a descriptive epidemiological study

A new publication by members of WSLHD and MBI explores whether more detailed epidemiological analysis could provide a better overview of the local disease dynamics.