2022

25 August 2022

Legal use of medicinal cannabis on the rise

New research from the University of Sydney's Lambert Initiative finds most Australians are still medicating with illicit cannabis, although numbers accessing prescription products have risen dramatically.

24 August 2022

Improving diagnosis and management of fungal infections in Vietnam

How access to appropriate fungal treatments will save lives

24 August 2022

How to be an active bystander

While no one wants to witness problematic or dangerous situations, it’s important to recognise what inappropriate behaviour looks like and how to intervene safely if you ever see it. 

24 August 2022

Cutting down vitamin D tests could help lower carbon cost of healthcare

Unnecessary vitamin D testing in Australia is costing our health care system up to $87 million and creating a significant carbon footprint which otherwise could be avoidable, says researchers.

23 August 2022

Controlling COVID-19 proves good for corporate bottom line

Cost-effective measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 not only save lives but also have an economic benefit, new research from the University of Sydney Business School confirms.

22 August 2022

Influential international transport conference arrives in Sydney

Transport industry leaders from around the world will converge in Sydney in September 2022 to debate topics ranging from ownership, competition and governance to the decarbonisation of public transport.

22 August 2022

Following a dream and transferring to law at Sydney

Lily Rose Kitteringham takes us through her journey from a Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies) through to being admitted into the Sydney Law School.

19 August 2022

Apps kept us healthy during the pandemic, but it came at a cost

The same apps that kept us moving during the pandemic sometimes had a negative emotional impact, according to new research led by the University of Sydney.

19 August 2022

What is musicriminology? Linking crime and music

Professor Murray Lee, of Sydney Institute of Criminology, explains the criminological study of music and how musicians could open our minds about resistance and protest songs and how we think about crime in society.

19 August 2022

Jessica's path from PhD to university lecturer

A lecturer in Business Analytics, Jessica Leung shares her experience studying a Doctor of Philosophy at the University of Sydney Business School.

19 August 2022

Parents with intellectual disability need more support

Research suggests three in five children with intellectually disabled parents are removed from their care. Academics from the University of Sydney explain why more needs to be done to support these parents to ensure the best outcomes for both themselves and their children.

19 August 2022

Policy employment pathways for researchers and students

How can you transition your career from academia into policymaking? Here, we outline key takeaways from a recent workshop hosted by SEI and Sydney Policy Lab where we heard expert advice from environmental policy professionals who successfully made the move.

19 August 2022

Tackling gender inequality on a global scale

Jane Sloane (MPACS '02) has spent 20 years working to advance women's and girls' rights around the world. Now, she's supporting the next generation of young men and women to address gender norms to end gender-based violence.

19 August 2022

What you need to know about five day simple extensions

You can now apply for a simple extension of five calendar days from your assessment due date, replacing the previous two-day simple extension.

19 August 2022

Climate threat to food supply chains creates 'domino effect'

New modelling by a multidisciplinary team of researchers shows the impact climate change and extreme weather events could have on food supply chains, with adverse effects on income, food and nutrient availability.

18 August 2022

Vice-Chancellor message recognising ARWU success

Vice-Chancellor and President Mark Scott has expressed thanks to the University community following the release of the Academic Ranking of World Universities.

18 August 2022

How do we know the origins of COVID came from a market?

Detailed studies of the early days of the pandemic show the origins of SARS-CoV-2 at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market, writes Professor Eddie Holmes.

18 August 2022

Meet the alumni whose startups are revolutionising workplace wellbeing

Transforming wellbeing in the workplace requires fresh thinking. Enter our Genesis alumni, whose startups are stepping up to make us happier and healthier at work.

17 August 2022

From an arts degree to curating an environment friendly lifestyle

Elizabeth Roberts utilises learnings from her arts degree to effectively promote and reimagine sustainable lifestyle choices via RIISE, a luxury online platform.

17 August 2022

University of Sydney statement about industrial action on campus

The University of Sydney will remain open and operational during the NTEU's 24-hour strike on Wednesday 17 August, with staff who can work remotely encouraged to do so.