2016
Articles
University a partner in vision for Western Sydney
Westmead will become Western Sydney's economic powerhouse with a cluster of up to 50,000 knowledge jobs by 2036, according to a report commissioned by the University of Sydney and its partners in the Westmead Alliance.
Cancer Moonshot: new deals to accelerate detection and treatment of cancer
Two deals signed by US Vice President Joe Biden and NSW Premier Mike Baird will advance the 'Cancer Moonshot' initiative to accelerate proteogenomics research and its translation to better cancer care.
Game-changer for astronomical instrumentation
A team of Sydney astronomers who developed pioneering 'hexabundle' technology has won the inaugural Peter McGregor prize for their instrumentation that illuminates whole galaxies rather than just showing pieces of the universal puzzle.
Three ways to reform research that won't break the budget
Australia needs a new, long-term strategy for research, writes Professor Duncan Ivison, Deputy VIce Chancellor (Research).
The strains of a continental breakup
Scientists spanning Australia and Germany have revealed the underlying mechanics enabling supercontinents to separate as part of a five-year Australian Research Council and industry-funded project.
Pokémon Go puts pressure on when technology meets the law
Media law expert from Sydney Law School, Michael Douglas, explains why Pokémon Go and New South Wales courtrooms do not mix.
Quantum computing closer with chemistry breakthrough
Quantum computing is a leap closer to reality with a chemistry breakthrough demonstrating it is possible for nanomaterials to operate at room temperature rather than at abolute zero experienced in deep space (-273C).
Nine reasons to look forward to Semester 2
It's not long before the winter holidays come to a close, but there's plenty of reasons to look forward to coming back to campus for Semester 2 on 25 July.
Mental health: Turnbull can lead change, like Howard and Gillard
All major parties in this year's election campaign emphasised suicide prevention, youth mental health and improving services in rural and regional areas. As distinct from many other aspects of the health and hospitals debate, the Prime Minister has the chance to make an immediate impact.
Grounds for change
The Nanoscience Hub and the Abercrombie Building are part of a comprehensive building plan that will give the University all it needs to embrace the future while preserving the heritage buildings that make it unique.