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05/06/2026

A University of Sydney PhD student has helped uncover the clearest evidence yet for the source of a mysterious cosmic signal.

Kovi Rose, alongside an international team of astronomers, have identified a rare stellar system that could help astronomers decode similar signals across our galaxy.

The system could also offer a unique natural laboratory for studying extreme physics.

Find out more here: https://go.sydney.edu.au/CAvc9m

Faculty of Science, University of Sydney

04/06/2026

ConGRADulations, to all of our recent graduates!🎓

Wherever you go next, take pride in how far you’ve come. Keep striving, keep growing, and keep making us proud. 👏

03/06/2026

“She proves you can be a brilliant academic, while still being a wonderful human being. I hope I can be a cool professor like her.”

Dr Hong Dao Nguyen from the School of Life and Environmental Sciences received a huge thank you from her students for creating a warm and fun environment in her workshops that make them the “highlight of the week”.

You’re the best, Dr Nguyen. Thank you so much.

Faculty of Science, University of Sydney

01/06/2026

When Emily Bobis (BA ’16, MCom ’19, DipLangStud ’21) realised a corporate career wasn’t for her, she launched her own start-up company, while still at university.

Eight years on, she’s leading a 27-person team and helping improve road safety and infrastructure.

Many Gen Z professionals are rethinking what success looks like – prioritising flexibility, purpose and work-life balance over climbing the corporate ladder.

Read more: https://go.sydney.edu.au/t11YFl

University of Sydney Business School

29/05/2026

The Australian Government just invested $8.6 million in 16 of our research teams. 🎉
Green hydrogen. Climate-resilient food. Plastic waste turned into new materials.

Australian Research Council

Learn more about the projects: https://go.sydney.edu.au/XVjSOw

27/05/2026

Last week, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping engaged in a handshake that lasted for a whopping 14 seconds.

The interaction begged the question - what meaning can be found in a handshake?

Dr Louise Pryke takes a brief look at the complex history of the handshake.

Read more: https://go.sydney.edu.au/jp8fRX

University of Sydney Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

24/05/2026

“Follow your passions. Do what you love. If a door opens, don't stand on the threshold, go through it.”

That was Kate McClymont AM’s message to students last week, as the award-winning investigative journalist addressed graduates in the Great Hall after receiving an honorary doctorate from the University.

“As an alumna, Fellow and former Pro-Chancellor, Kate has made a significant contribution to the life of this University. It’s a privilege to recognise her today,” said Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Mark Scott AO.

Read more: https://go.sydney.edu.au/fGXsuD

University of Sydney Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

22/05/2026

University of Sydney alumna Simone Whetton has helped shape student life at Sydney for generations ❤️

Through her longstanding work with the University of Sydney Union and Sydney Uni Sport, Simone has supported student clubs, sport, governance and campus community for decades.

This month, she was awarded an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the University community.

Congratulations Simone 👏

University of Sydney Business School

21/05/2026

Have you ever talked about something with a friend… then suddenly seen an ad for it?

Most of us assume our phones are listening. The reality might be stranger.

Companies don’t necessarily need to hear your conversations - they can build surprisingly accurate predictions using search history, clicks, location data, online behaviour, and even patterns from people around you.

Dr Nina Schirrmacher explains why targeted ads feel so creepy, and offers practical steps to protect your privacy.

University of Sydney Business School

20/05/2026

Were prices really ‘down down’? 🤔

Last week, the Federal Court found that Coles Supermarkets had misled their customers by temporarily increasing prices on some of their products before, placing the same products in their ‘Down Down’ promotion.

The ACCC brought the claim to the Federal Court - and they won. They said Coles’ practices “made it harder for customers to identify genuine value for money”.

Dr Rob Nicholls from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences says this case shows that ACCC is a strong enforcer when it comes to consumer rights.

University of Sydney Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

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