September
Articles
Guilty until proved innocent
Miscarriages of justice are a fact of the legal system. Through the Exoneration Project, law and psychology students revisit cases looking for false convictions, and in the process teach each other new ways of thinking about facts.
Baby steps
The BABY1000 project tracks the progress of babies during their first 1000 days, but significantly, the tracking starts prior to conception. This makes it a rare study internationally, as it works to identify ways to ensure the best lifelong health outcomes for babies.
Big ideas for better cities
The Australian population is growing more rapidly than previously predicted, putting huge pressure on urban areas. University of Sydney people are part of the urban design debate so future cities are more liveable and sustainable.
Research excellence cements our position in Times university rankings
The University of Sydney has been ranked 60 in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, cementing our place as one of the world's best research and teaching institutions.
Discovering the new
Third year science student Liam Ferguson talks about his experience at uni and offers advice for new students.
Aboriginal health equality: the Poche Centre’s vision for change
The University of Sydney's Poche Centre for Indigenous Health will continue its focus on three high-need areas under its new 2016-2020 Strategic Plan - Healthy Kids. Healthy Teeth. Healthy Hearts.
New business survey finds the key to international success
A reputation for dependability, reliability and honesty and a willingness to network hold the key to international business success, according to participants in a nationwide survey of Australian firms conducted by the University of Sydney Business School.
Sydney scientists create a buzz about beekeeping across Southeast Asia
A project to encourage the spread of beekeeping in Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos is helping local communities to expand their farming industries and protecting vital bee populations from extinction.
Sydney shines in Rio as Paralympics come to a close
As the XVth Summer Paralympics in Rio come to a close after 11 days of inspirational sporting competition, we offer congratulations to all the athletes who took part.
Can an app help us find mindfulness?
With the release of the latest Apple Watch this month came a new Breathe app which promises to "help you better manage everyday stress". Giving mindful breathing a place beside the alarm clock and weather app seems to prove mindfulness has truly gone mainstream.