August

Articles

09 August 2022

People with disability and carers at more risk of homelessness, PTSD after floods

Inclusion of people with disability and carers in both flood preparedness and recovery efforts is urgently needed in Australia, say University of Sydney researchers.

08 August 2022

Exhibition pays tribute to landmark Australian Seashores book

An exhibition of seashore imagery pays homage to the landmark Australian Seashores text that changed how Australians viewed the coast, influencing generations of marine scientists and becoming an enduringly popular guide for general readers.

05 August 2022

Children's book profiles Professor Emma Johnston

Professor Emma Johnston is the subject of the latest edition of Aussie STEM Stars, an inspiring children's book series that celebrates Australia's experts in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
03 August 2022

Uncovering the links between diet, gut health and immunity

A pre-clinical study from the University of Sydney has found a high-protein diet can change the microbiota of the gut, triggering an immune response. Researchers say the study takes us a step closer to understanding the way diet impacts gut health and immunity.
03 August 2022

University and Reach Robotics to collaborate on space robotics

Dr Xiaofeng Wu and his team in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering will work with Australian company Reach Robotics to develop solutions to complex space challenges.
03 August 2022

Embedding First Nations perspectives in architecture

Embracing First Nations ideas about Country is key to the future of architecture in Australia, says Dr Michael Mossman, Associate Dean Indigenous in the School of Architecture, Design and Planning.

02 August 2022

Story books for children in care by authors with lived experience

Two young people with lived experience have authored story books to help ease the trauma for children currently in care, part of a project undertaken by the University of Sydney's Research Centre for Children and Families.
01 August 2022

Academics unite to create more sustainable cities

Academics from some of the world's top institutions will come together in August to brainstorm ideas to create more sustainable cities and communities.