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$5M awarded for ARC Training Centre for High-Speed Propulsion Rocket and Launch Systems

The Faculty has secured a $5M ARC grant, led by Professor Matthew Cleary, to establish a Training Centre for High-Speed Propulsion, Rocket, and Launch Systems and build Australia’s future workforce. Read more.

Sydney engineering academic named ARC Industry Laureate 2025

Leading researcher in wireless engineering, Professor Yonghui Li, has received an ARC Industry Laureate Fellowship to develop a revolutionary WiFi system, HoloFi, that transforms conventional WiFi networks into multifunctional ICT infrastructure. Read more.

Early and mid-career academics recognised in ARC Fellowship schemes

Dr Jiaquan Li, Dr Litianyi Zhang, Dr Chunrong Zhao and Dr Clara Tran from the Faculty of Engineering have secured over $1.5M in ARC Early and Mid-Career Industry Fellowships. Read more.

Bringing the human touch to technology

The concept of 'emotionally intelligent' technological devices might sound like an oxymoron, but Dr Zhanna Sarsenbayeva says this quality is critical to creating tools that enhance our lives. Read more.

Scientists confirm 'hidden' vortices could influence how soil and snow move

Researchers have confirmed a long-held hypothesis by showing how hidden swirls control the movement of granular materials, with benefits for future construction. Read more.

Wastewater as a health diagnostics tool

A team of researchers led by Dr Jiaying Li is using wastewater analysis to ‘diagnose’ health and wellbeing trends at community and environmental levels. Read more.

Executive Leadership in Major Projects program

The Executive Leadership in Major Projects (ELMP) program, delivered by the John Grill Institute for Project Leadership, equips senior project directors with the knowledge and insight to improve the performance of major projects - critical to society and the economy but often plagued by delays and cost overruns. Drawing on cross-faculty expertise and industry collaboration, the flagship program reflects the University’s leadership in executive education and commitment to advancing infrastructure, technology, and policy outcomes globally. Register now.

Guiding young women in engineering through support and connection

How peer networks and industry mentoring help future female engineers feel connected and confident in navigating their studies at the University of Sydney. Read more.

Recruitment drive to lift gender equity in engineering

Earlier this year, the Faculty of Engineering held a recruitment drive to offer academic roles reserved for women, in a bid to address systemic gender inequities in the industry. Read more.

28 September | Is this AI's Black Mirror Moment?

Are we blindly racing headfirst into the chaos of AI before we have even recovered from the divisions and manipulations fuelled by social media? Dr Karl Kruszelnicki and a panel of experts unpack the risks as AI continues its advance. Register now.

1 October | Dr Peter Domachuk Memorial Lecture: Heat, light, and passive cooling

Professor Shanhui Fan from Stanford University will discuss modern advances in the use of nanostructures to control the flow of light and heat, leading to new technologies such as daytime radiative cooling. Register now.

20 October | Brain and Mind Centre Symposium 2025

Join our annual Brain and Mind Centre Symposium at the Veterinary Science Conference Centre. This year's keynote speaker, Professor Toby Walsh FAA FTSE, will discuss themes related to cross-institutional partnerships, philanthropy, and artificial intelligence. Register now.

13 November | Response to Disaster in Timor Leste – Emergency Repair of Dili’s Water Supply

The Warren Centre presents the webinar Response to Disaster in Timor Leste – Emergency Repair of Dili’s Water Supply, exploring how Tropical Cyclone Seroja damaged the Beemos water pipeline that supplies and transmits 50% of Dili’s water and the process to repair the infrastructure. Register now.

Five Sydney engineers have been named finalists for the 2025 Women of Colour in STEM Awards, showcasing the remarkable potential and significant influence of women of colour in STEM. Their dedication, innovation, and perseverance serve as a strong example and inspire a brighter future in STEM. Learn more.

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