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Notice of the passing of the University of Melbourne Vice-Chancellor, Professor Emma Johnston AO
A message to our community from Professor Mark Scott, Vice-Chancellor and President.
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29 December 2025
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Cyber incident: support and frequently asked questions
Further information about the recent cyber incident affecting a subset of our community.
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18 December 2025
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Notification of cyber and data breach
The University of Sydney has notified its community of a cyber security breach in which historical data relating to certain members of our community has been accessed.
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18 December 2025
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University of Sydney program helps Indigenous kids find their path to uni
Gadalung Program attracts Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from all over Australia for a taste of university life.
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18 December 2025
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As ATAR results released, University hosts Info Day for students
After receiving their HSC results, students can visit campus for tours, information sessions and advice from experts on admission pathways and courses.
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17 December 2025
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Student results error: statement
The University of Sydney has updated its statement after some students received incorrect semester 2 results results earlier today.
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17 December 2025
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AI in primary care: experts warn of safety risks as tech outpaces regulation
New research shows AI tools like ChatGPT and digital scribes are being used in GP clinics without proper safety checks.
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17 December 2025
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Christmas beetle project reaches 20,000 observations
Citizen scientists track decline of the iconic Australian insect.
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17 December 2025
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Project 'Airbear' tech could help predict best koala habitats from the sky
Powerful technology that efficiently detects and accurately predicts eucalyptus tree species favoured by koalas could help ecologists find the best habitats for conservation.
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17 December 2025
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Last cell standing: world-first discovery uncovers how glioblastoma tumours dodge chemotherapy
Findings will potentially open the door to new treatments.
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16 December 2025
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University confirms outcome of serious misconduct
The University of Sydney issued a statement today, confirming a staff member's employment has been terminated following a finding of serious misconduct in response to an incident on campus earlier this year.
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15 December 2025
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Dark matter hunters close in on mysterious substance that makes up most of the Universe
Experiment is now so sensitive it has detected ghostly neutrinos from the Sun.
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15 December 2025
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Message to our community following incident at Bondi
University of Sydney Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Mark Scott, wrote to staff and students tonight, following the terrorist attack at Bondi beach this afternoon. Support is available to anyone in our community who needs it.
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14 December 2025
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Climate extremes triggered rare coral disease on the Great Barrier Reef
Study finds climate change happening too quickly for corals to adjust.
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12 December 2025
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How the University boosted female enrolment in advanced maths
A mentoring program run by Associate Professor Zsuzsanna Dancso has made a world of difference for women and gender-diverse students.
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11 December 2025
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Sex Discrimination Commissioner delivers annual Gender Equality at Work lecture
Dr Anna Cody was the guest of honour at the Australian Centre for Gender Equality and Inclusion @ Work.
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11 December 2025
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5 Mins with ... business leader, academic and philanthropist, Talal Yassine AM
Opening doors for underrepresented communities
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11 December 2025
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Live streaming startup takes home $30,000 accelerator top gong
A custom AI provider and support for unpaid carers were also among the latest Genesis winners.
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10 December 2025
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Sydney appoints distinguished alumna Shirley Chowdhary to Senate
Shirley Chowdhary has been appointed to the University of Sydney's Senate, joining the governing body as a ministerially appointed external fellow.
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10 December 2025
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Leadership lessons from Adam Goodes
AFL legend and Australian of the Year sits down with University of Sydney Indigenous students, alumni and industry partners.
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10 December 2025
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Sydney leads $70M quantum security and protein engineering Centres of Excellence
The University of Sydney will lead two ARC Centres of Excellence, collaborating on quantum cybersecurity and advanced biomolecular engineering.
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9 December 2025
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University publishes world-first nature-related financial disclosure
Disclosure shows how nature can be valued, protected and embedded in decisions, investments and strategy.
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8 December 2025
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Quantum connection: global talent exchange unlocking world-changing tech
From Sydney's inner west to London's West End, a partnership between University College London and the University of Sydney is tackling the biggest quantum questions from the nano scale.
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5 December 2025
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What is Australia's under-16 social media ban? The world-first law explained
University of Sydney experts break down what the age restrictions mean for children and parents.
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5 December 2025
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SCA New Contemporaries Exhibition 2025
Join us in celebrating the vision, skill, and ambition of Sydney College of the Arts graduating cohort.
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5 December 2025
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Adjunct Professor Scott Wilson admitted as Honorary Fellow of the University of Sydney
Alumni and advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health recognised for outstanding contributions and leadership.
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5 December 2025
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Professor Rocky Tuan receives honorary doctorate
Respected researcher, advocate and courageous educator awarded honorary doctorate for his unwavering commitment to innovation and leadership.
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4 December 2025
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Breast density notification increases levels of confusion and anxiousness among women
Breast density notification is being rolled out across Australia, but evidence suggests that women do not feel more informed by it.
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4 December 2025
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China reportedly wants to do more deals in its own currency. Australia's banks aren't ready
We built the plumbing but currently lack the capability to become a renminbi hub.
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4 December 2025
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A picture of Sydney: alumni memories celebrate 175 years
The University of Sydney alumni community share their recollections of campus, life-long friendships, and late-night study sessions.
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4 December 2025
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Dubbo's first rural MD graduates set to start careers in the bush
They came to Dubbo to study medicine. Now, they're set to make a difference
across regional Australia,
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3 December 2025
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Coral reefs stablised Earth's carbon cycle for 250 million years
Research led by Associate Professor Tristan Salles shows ancient reefs have tuned Earth's climate recovery for millennia.
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2 December 2025
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Australia's national AI plan released: experts respond
The Australian federal government has just released its National AI Plan to manage the social and economic transition to artificial intelligence technology. University of Sydney experts weigh in on the implications.
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2 December 2025
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Impacts of colonisation on dingoes are 'written in their bones', new research finds
How has European colonisation shaped dingoes over the last two centuries? Professor Mathew Crowther and coauthors unravel the details.
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2 December 2025
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Home-based care could help many with acute mental illness thrive
For many people with acute mental illness, 'hospital in the home' means living well in the community.
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2 December 2025
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A legacy of love, landmark gift to defeat pancreatic cancer
$11 million in memory of Katherine Gobits - to accelerate research into pancreatic cancer.
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2 December 2025
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Paul Keall named NSW Outstanding Cancer Researcher of the Year
Brooke Nickel and Ines Esteves Domingues Pires da Silva also recognised for contributions to cancer research and communication.
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1 December 2025
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From plastic teeth to real patients: how simulation is preparing future dentists
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