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Research with impact

Driving innovation to address the greatest challenges facing our society and our planet
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From the building blocks of quantum computing to where the bush meets the farm, our scientists are at the forefront of the expansive effort to ensure our world is sustainable, resilient and safe for all life on Earth.

From reversible blood thinners and new treatments for skin diseases, to support programs transforming the lives of people with cancer, our researchers are reshaping healthcare.

From pioneering heat-tolerant, nutrient-rich crops to mapping Earth’s deep history and unlocking critical minerals, we’re working with industry to deliver innovations with global impact.

By combining breakthroughs in astroparticle physics, quantum theory, and nanotech, our researchers are opening the door to transformative discoveries that could power the next wave of technological innovation.

A tradition of continuous impact

Since the 19th century, we have been committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible; driving scientific, industrial and societal impact by assembling teams equipped to understand and lead responses to the greatest challenges of our time. 

Title : Revolutionising mental health

Description : We're developing a new oxytocin-based drug for schizophrenia, depression and other psychiatric disorders.

Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2023/05/05/sydney-spinout-kinoxis-273m-develop-drugs-psychiatric-disorders.html

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Title : Protecting food security

Description : Our development of disease-resistant cereal varieties saves Australia $600 million each year and billions worldwide.

Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2025/02/26/robert-park-shaping-australia-awards-2024-universities-australia.html

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Title : Saving our unique wildlife

Description : By sequencing the genomes of endangered native wildlife, our researchers are creating an important tool for conservation of threatened species.

Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2024/07/01/australia-greater-bilby-genome-sequenced-marsupial-conservation.html

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Title : Combating infectious diseases

Description : As a global authority on viruses, Professor Edward Holmes was the first person to publicly release the genome sequence of SARS-CoV-2, enabling the rapid development of diagnostic tests.

Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2020/10/27/evolutionary-virologist-Edward-Holmes-2020-NSW-Scientist-Year.html

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Title : Delivering plastic recycling solutions

Description : Through a major commercial partnership, our researchers’ technology is turning the fight against plastic waste into real solutions for cleaner oceans and a healthier planet.

Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2021/01/15/plastics-recycling-global-KBR-MURA-Licella-partnership-maschmeyer.html

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Title : Developing advanced solar technology

Description : In partnership with SunDrive, our scientists are bringing perovskite-silicon solar cells to market — a breakthrough set to deliver cheaper, cleaner and more powerful renewable energy.

Link URL: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2023/01/04/university-wins-millions-to-commercialise-solar-cells.html

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