January
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31 January 2024
The reality behind online medical tests
Online medical test orders are on the rise but may come at a cost in navigating the risks of self-diagnosis. Our research uncovers the downsides of this convenient yet risky health trend.
31 January 2024
Stickers and wristbands aren't a reliable way to prevent mosquito bites. Here's why
Protecting yourself and family from mosquito bites can be challenging, especially in this hot and humid weather. Protests from young children and fears about topical insect repellents drive some to try alternatives such as wristbands, patches and stickers.
31 January 2024
What will stop the Houthis?
Sarah G. Phillips, Professor of Global Conflict and Development and non-resident fellow at the Sana'a Centre for Strategic Studies in Yemen, explains why the Houthi militant group will not stop their attacks on ships in the Rea Sea.
31 January 2024
Alumni and staff acknowledged in 2024 Australia Day Honours List
The University of Sydney congratulates all alumni and staff who were included on the 2024 Australia Day Honours List.
31 January 2024
Black summer bushfires wiped $2.8 billion from tourism supply chains
A study by PhD student Vivienne Reiner from the Centre of Integrated Sustainability Analysis highlights economic vulnerabilities to extremes of climate change.
30 January 2024
After a lifetime studying superannuation, here are 5 things I wish I knew earlier
As a person closing in on retirement, I admit I had no idea in my 20s how much my future, and the futures of those close to me, would depend on my superannuation savings, writes Professor Susan Thorp for The Conversation.
30 January 2024
Mysterious pearl shells unearthed in French Polynesia
Associate Professor James Flexner, archaeologist, returned from a dig in French Polynesia where, together with local community members, he and his team found relics from the country's missionary past.
30 January 2024
Sydney and HEX announce School of Record partnership
Designed to help close the digital skills gap and enable more students to obtain university-level academic credit as they upskill in innovation and entrepreneurship.
29 January 2024
Anti-social media: What can be done to stop platforms from driving democratic societies apart?
Platforms designed to captivate our attention can foster environments where mental health deteriorates, political divides widen, and extremism finds fertile ground, writes Professor Uri Gal for ABC Religion & Ethics.
29 January 2024
Indigenous school students head to uni to explore their futures
Students from around Australia have spent a week living at the University of Sydney experiencing what higher education has to offer.