News Centre archive - 2017
Collated on this page is an archive of the University's News Centre stories in 2017.
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International ranking confirms Western Sydney University’s research as top 400 in the world
The increasing research output and international focus of Western Sydney University has been recognised in the 2017 Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities.
Friend or foe? Just look at the way a person moves
Ever had that funny feeling about someone you don't know who's approaching you? Scientific evidence indicates this is more than just learned behaviour: it's a survival strategy, and something we are born with.
Dry winter primes Sydney Basin for early start of bushfire season
It might feel like the depths of winter, but Australian fire services are preparing for an early start to the bushfire season.
Environmental law professor recognised for legendary teaching
Professor Donna Craig has been recognised of her excellence in environmental law teaching, curriculum development and capacity building for the next generation of environmental law teachers.
We all need to forget, even robots
Forgetting is a tricky business, both for humans and for artificial intelligence (AI), and researchers are exploring the idea of robot memory in many different ways.
NSW Health Minister opens multi-million dollar Macarthur Clinical School
Western Sydney University and South Western Sydney Local Health District will open the $21 million Macarthur Clinical School at Campbelltown Hospital today – a significant milestone for the University's School of Medicine, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.
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