2019

06 November 2019

ProCan: how a database of cancer proteins may transform treatment

Why does a cancer treatment work for one person and fail for another, even if it's the same type of cancer? The fact is, the same cancers can have different protein signatures. ProCan's aim is to use this insight to select the best treatments.

06 November 2019

What caused air pollution in New Delhi? Sydney experts respond

On Sunday, air pollution in New Delhi, India reached its worst levels for the year, with authorities declaring a public health emergency and ordering the closure of schools. Experts discuss the causes of the air pollution and the significant health impacts.

06 November 2019

World scientists declare climate emergency

A paper published in BioScience has outlined six steps humanity needs to take to reduce the impact of the emerging climate crisis. Dr Thomas Newsome, a co-author of the paper, says scientists have a moral obligation to warn of any great threat.

05 November 2019

Want some Christmas pork? Go local, avoid imports

This Christmas, Sydney experts urge all travellers to be vigilant with pork products to avoid the risk of introducing African swine fever.

05 November 2019

Dog ownership could reduce loneliness: study

Sydney researchers find some evidence to suggest new dog owners experience a reduction in negative mood but further larger-scale trials are needed.

05 November 2019

Corey Tutt named NSW Young Australian of the Year

Deadly Science founder and University Research Assistant Corey Tutt has been named the 2020 NSW Young Australian of the Year.

04 November 2019

Will public pressure bury the horse racing industry?

Many Australians are questioning whether the horse racing industry can operate ethically. It's time to create a national registry to trace horses for their whole lives, writes Professor Phil McManus.

04 November 2019

A global university with links around the world

Last week academics from the University of Sydney's partner institutions gathered in Sydney for an annual summit that brings together our priority partners from around the world.

04 November 2019

Youth mental health: right level of care needed, first time

Sydney researchers detail a youth mental health model - the result of years of work from the Brain and Mind Centre - based on their findings that the common 'stepped care' approach may be too little, too late.

01 November 2019

Colonial history researcher awarded prestigious fellowship

A Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the University of Sydney's Department of History has been granted $20,000 to investigate the history of monetary relations between colonial Australia and the rest of the world, and consider how this resonates today.