2017
Articles
New chair appointed for pioneering research into child health
A $5 million gift will help Professor Natasha Nassar uncover clues that could give babies a better start in life.
Student scholarship opens the door to opportunity
Each year the University of Sydney offers more than $84 million in student scholarships to provide financial freedom and support to our students. For students like Sophie Clark, a scholarship can make all the difference.
$2.3 million to support industry partnerships for 21 projects
Twenty-one projects have been awarded funding under the University's industry and community engagement seed fund.
How can we get more gender diversity in university leadership?
The Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) and University of Sydney co-hosted the 2017 Asia-Pacific Women in Leadership workshop on 1 - 3 November.
University of Sydney joins new network to drive defence research
The University of Sydney is one of seven NSW universities who have founded a new network to bolster defence-related research and development activity across the state.
The Melbourne Cup needs a social licence
What are the ethical and social aspects of using animals as entertainment for horse racing? Professor Paul McGreevy, and urban geographer, Professor Phil McManus, explore.
University appoints six alumni to governing body
The University of Sydney this week announced the appointment of four new Fellows to its governing Senate, as well as the reappointment of two existing fellows.
Financial motives drive some doctors’ decisions to offer IVF
Research published today in the journal Human Fertility, suggests the money being made from IVF could be subtly changing the advice doctors give, write Dr Wendy Lipworth and Professor Ian Kerridge.
Are we barking mad to restrict dogs from riding public transport?
A study of Sydney dog owners has found that an overwhelming 95 percent of people are in favour of dogs riding on public transport, with more than half saying they would do more with their hound if they were allowed.
What 3 budding entrepreneurs gained from cross-disciplinary program
Three University of Sydney students are among the first to complete a new cross-disciplinary program at the Sydney School of Entrepreneurship.