2021

11 June 2021

Air conditioning unnecessary in majority of heatwave conditions globally

Most of Asia, Europe, North America and South America have never experienced heatwave conditions that would prohibit electric fans from being a safe, effective and clean alternative to air conditioning, finds a new study.

10 June 2021

Proposed return of international students to Sydney

The University welcomes today's announcement by NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet, about the NSW Government pilot plan for the expected safe return of international students over the second half of this year.

10 June 2021

Sydney scientists take home Young Tall Poppy Awards

Outstanding contributions in the fields of biomedical engineering, conservation science and synthetic chemistry have led to three researchers from the University of Sydney being named 2021 Young Tall Poppy Science Award winners.

10 June 2021

Chau Chak Wing Museum wins three national museum awards

The Chau Chak Wing Museum has received the Museums & Galleries National Award for its Yolŋu Indigenous Project and two Museums Australasia Multimedia & Publication Design Awards.

10 June 2021

Top tier business schools join forces in first-of-its-kind partnership

Two triple-crowned Business Schools, the Indian School of Business and University of Sydney Business School, have entered a five-year partnership, which is one of the most comprehensive of its kind.

10 June 2021

Health benefits of low protein-high carbohydrate diets depend on carb type

In a pre-clinical study that helps settle the debate on the pros and cons of carbs, Australian researchers have found the quality and type of carbohydrates eaten in combination with reduced protein levels severely impacts health outcomes.

09 June 2021

Studying Political Economy

What is Political Economy (PE)? How is it different from Economics or Political Science? Unsure whether a background in maths is required to study PE? Read on to learn more about Political Economy and all your under and postgraduate study options.

09 June 2021

The criminal trial on display

Practical and multi-disciplinary unit of study applies class room knowledge to real-world issues, providing law students with hands-on experience.

09 June 2021

5 ways the Learning Hub can help you succeed at university

Unlock your potential with the Learning Hub and make the most of a wide range of learning support and targeted guidance for your studies.

09 June 2021

The Other Portrait

A new exhibition brings together the works of contemporary artists who explore the concept and traditions of portraiture. The exhibition will be accompanied by a panel discussion and a series of artist talks.

09 June 2021

How Australians' commutes compare with cities overseas

Transport engineers, Professor David Levinson and Dr Hao Wu, compared the commutes of Australians against those living in Europe, China and the United States. This is what they found.

09 June 2021

University of Sydney launches Sustainable Investment Strategy

We will increase investment in sustainable solutions and exclude fossil fuel companies with inadequate transition plans from investments, building on our significant progress to date.

09 June 2021

Sydney 38th in world in QS rankings

Strong results for University of Sydney in highly regarded QS rankings of 1300 universities.

08 June 2021

Fulbright Scholarship for Philosophy Alumna Hannah Orban

Hannah Orban, Philosophy Honours graduate, talks about her journey from Arts degree and NSW Govt graduate program working on initiatives for students with disability, to a Fulbright Scholarship at the University of Michigan.

08 June 2021

Sydney experts spearhead COVID-19 vaccine research

A leading group of NSW experts, including from the University of Sydney, have received funding from the NSW Government to pioneer Australia-first research to inform vaccine policy in the state and beyond.

08 June 2021

Designing A Multispecies Future

How do we decide which species deserve to be valued and included in human spaces? Following the Architecture of Multispecies Cohabitation exhibition, SEI Honours Fellow Sam Norman muses on the turbulent past and future of our relationship with the more-than-human world.

08 June 2021

Honorary doctorate recognises David Mortimer

The University of Sydney awarded an honorary doctorate to David Mortimer AO, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to business and the wider arts and sporting communities.

08 June 2021

How law can help protect our oceans

For World Ocean Day 2021, Professor Tim Stephens speaks about the key role of law in environmental protection.

04 June 2021

First known Indigenous woman to graduate with an MBA from Sydney

Katie Moore, Wiradjuri woman and recipient of the UN Women Australia scholarship, is the first known Indigenous woman to graduate from the University of Sydney Business School's MBA program.

04 June 2021

Passing the acid test: low-pH system turns CO₂ into products

Carbon capture and storage can help limit global warming to 1.5°C by 2050. Yet captured carbon currently has little economic value. A new technology, which converts much more carbon to useful materials than previously possible, may help change this.