2022

15 March 2022

Effective biopsy technique to identify cancer spread underused

An innovative diagnostic technique, sentinel lymph node biopsy, is now widely recommended in both melanoma and breast cancer to determine whether cancer cells have spread to the lymph nodes.

15 March 2022

Japanese encephalitis in Australia: Lessons from the region?   

The Japanese encephalitis virus has been detected in parts of Australia for the first time. But across much of Southeast Asia, the virus has long been a concern.

15 March 2022

Young Asian-Australian businesses drive strong global links

Next generation Asian-Australian businesses could help drive new global links in the Asia Pacific markets, according to a new research report by the University of Sydney Business School and Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA).

15 March 2022

Masters players committed to the team, ignore heart health: study

Research from the University of Sydney and Royal North Shore Hospital provides insights into cardiac risk among footballers of 'masters' age (35 years and older). 

14 March 2022

Partnership encourages innovation in how universities and industry collaborate

Australian universities could be at the global forefront of research translation and commercialisation in health and medicine if barriers to collaboration are overcome and best practice models explored, according to a University of Sydney and AusBiotech report.

14 March 2022

Many Australian medical researchers not declaring conflicts of interest: Study

Many Australian medical researchers are not accurately disclosing payments from pharmaceutical companies, a study has revealed, and the results likely to underestimate the issue on a national and global scale.

11 March 2022

Matthew Kiernan first Australian to receive Sheila Essey Award

Brain and Mind Centre's co-director, Professor Matthew Kiernan, has been awarded for his seminal research in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research.

10 March 2022

University of Sydney launches School of Project Management

The Faculty of Engineering's new School of Project Management was launched in front of research and industry partners.

10 March 2022

The scholarship that made studying at Sydney possible

After visiting Australia, Hannah James dreamed of returning to study at Sydney. When she was awarded the Dean's Scholarship, she turned that dream into a reality.

10 March 2022

Margaret Beazley reflects on being a woman in law

Throughout her career, Her Excellency, Margaret Beazley has always been an advocate, mentor and supporter of women in law. Here she shares her thoughts and advice for the next generation of lawyers.

10 March 2022

Academy of Science honours Sydney researcher

Professor Steve Simpson from the Charles Perkins Centre and Faculty of Science has been awarded the prestigious MacFarlane Burnet Medal and Lecture by the Australian Academy of Science, the country's premier scientific association.

10 March 2022

Improved wheat to counter climate extremes

Rising temperatures threaten our ability to grow crops. Partnerships between academia and industry have created top-level research with a tangible impact.

10 March 2022

Sotrovimab shown to cause COVID-19 treatment-resistant mutations

Australian researchers have uncovered resistance mutations to Sotrovimab - a monoclonal antibody treatment developed to minimise the risk of severe COVID-19 in patients who have underlying health conditions.

09 March 2022

Public health researcher wins NSW Women of the year Award

Professor Julie Redfern was celebrated at the NSW Women of the year Awards for her research in heart health and work inspiring early career researchers.

09 March 2022

Connecting foster kids to Country from home

Associate Professor Lynette Riley from the University of Sydney co-created Wiradjuri language workbooks for Indigenous children in permanent foster care, to help connect them with their culture.

09 March 2022

Journalism gone global – A virtual student exchange experience

Why it is worthwhile going on student exchange, even if it is virtual.

09 March 2022

Action today for tomorrow series: seeds, hope and action for climate justice

As part of SEI’s Action Today for Tomorrow Series, we hear from Ugandan climate activist Nyombi Morris on the vital role of climate education and instilling hope for the future.

08 March 2022

New facilities for Dubbo medical students

The University of Sydney Medical School has completed the redevelopment of its Rural Clinical School in Dubbo, which includes a new teaching building complete with the latest in medical education technology.

08 March 2022

Women pioneers from the past

Our curators put a spotlight on three women who were trailblazers in the past, and whose legacies are still felt today. 

08 March 2022

7 ways to step up your study game

See that first exam on the horizon? List of due dates building up? Twelve-hour study sessions aren't the only way to get results. Follow our tips to help you study smarter, not harder.