2017
Articles
Clarity of vision
Cardiologist, Dr Rosemary Hackworthy, has developed her skills alongside the great advances in imaging technology. Once the only female cardiologist in Sydney, she has helped pioneer important imaging research.
A policy powerhouse launches at University of Sydney
The University of Sydney has launched the Sydney Policy Lab with 14 projects aimed at addressing vital Australian and international policy issues.
Sydney sustainable energy expert joins new research Council
A University of Sydney sustainable energy expert has joined forces with the directors of Australia's major energy research institutes to form a new Energy Research Institutes Council for Australia (ERICA).
Health leaders say we’re overdiagnosed and overtreated
Leading Australian clinicians, consumers and policy makers have launched a call to action to address the problems of overdiagnosis and related overtreatment.
Why the definition of polycystic ovary syndrome harms women
The changed definition of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) harms women and brings no clear benefit, say Australian scientists in today's British Medical Journal.
Objects of desire
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Challis Bequest Society, which acknowledges the people who make provision for the University in their wills. Bequests are made for many reasons. Tom Brown's bequest was born out of his great passion for archaeology.
Scrum doctor packs down against world's best
The Wallabies have named a University student in their squad to face the All Blacks in the first Bledisloe Cup Test on Saturday night.
Combination vaccines do not overwhelm kids’ immune systems
Giving an injection that protects against multiple diseases will not overwhelm a child's immune system, as vaccines contain just a few antigens compared to what babies meet every day, says Kristine Macartney.
Why we’re at higher risk of exposure to deadly Hendra virus
Risk of exposure to the deadly Hendra virus carried by fruit bats is rising due to human intrusion into their habitats, human proximity to woodlands and vegetation loss.
Sydney among world's best in ARWU university rankings
The University of Sydney has cemented its place among the world's top universities with a ranking of 83 in the 2017 Academic Ranking of World Universities.