June

Articles

Why study postgraduate environmental science at Sydney

Find out how our postgraduate course in environmental science is a launch pad into leadership for professionals in the environmental sector and helps build a career with positive impact.

Traditional medicines and health treatments - Remembering Uncle Freddy

Aboriginal people are known across the world as the first scientists, doctors and pharmacists with the longest surviving knowledges in human history, yet we experience some of the worst health outcomes in the modern world.

Why study postgraduate marine science at Sydney

Find out how our postgraduate course in marine science and management will accelerate your understanding of complex coastal challenges and help build a career with positive impact.

Fermentation: art, science and sourdough

Fermentation is an interesting art and science in itself, bringing microbiology and biochemistry into your home kitchen. Take a look into the science beneath the gentle bubbles, as seen in sourdough bread making.

The power of citizen science across Australia and beyond

There are far-reaching benefits to participating in science and research as part of our everyday lives.

Coffee grinding

Dr Karl Kruszelnicki takes a close look at what it takes to make a cup of coffee great.

Protecting public health: a story of chemical regulation

Chemicals are ubiquitous and can be useful 'friends' or dangerous hazards; Chemical Regulation is vital for tipping the balance in humanity's favour.

FameLab from our loungerooms

Though FameLab looked a bit different this year, the competition was needed now more than ever as it provided an optimistic and hopeful look to the future with these young scientists at the helm.

The enormity of the small

Scientists concerned with nanoscale have an immense privilege, having special insight into the magnificent intricacies hiding therein. When looking up, be inspired to also look down.

University nanotechnology approved for “First in Human” trials

The new magnetic nanoparticle technology could speed up the early detection of the spread of cancer.