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Australian data experts to support world’s largest sky survey
A team of data experts from Australian Astronomical Optics at Macquarie have joined a global effort to process a cosmic data deluge as a new Chilean observatory project comes online.
Macquarie’s rising reputation as a global leader confirmed in latest rankings
Macquarie University has solidified its position and reputation as a global leader in research and education, ranking 138th in the latest QS World University Rankings.
Macquarie University community recognised in 2025 King's Birthday Honours
Vice-Chancellor Professor S Bruce Dowton has congratulated members of the Macquarie University community recognised on the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours List.
$13 million grant to develop first synthetic plant chromosome
The UK's Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA) has awarded a major international grant to Macquarie University researchers to develop synthetic chromosomes for agricultural crops in a bid to advance global food production systems.
New cybersecurity training to strengthen skills and safety across WA
Ninety per cent of organisations have experienced a cybersecurity breach in the past year. A new partnership between Macquarie University and Essemy will help address this alarming statistic.
$35 million in federal funding to improve care over the next decade
Macquarie University will support Australia’s first Care Economy Cooperative Research Centre (CRC), led by La Trobe University, to enhance technology, data solutions and workforce innovation in the care sector.
Government funding boost for Macquarie University childhood anxiety research
Psychology researchers from the Macquarie University Lifespan Health and Wellbeing Research Centre have received a combined $1,933,935 in Australian Government funding for studies to improve treatment for anxiety in children.
Amy Cain honoured for her work on antibiotic resistance
The Australian Academy of Science (AAS) has awarded the 2025 Gottschalk Medal to Associate Professor Amy Cain from Macquarie University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Synthetic Biology in recognition of her pioneering work in the fight against antibiotic resistance.
$1.35 million research grant to protect Australian avocados
Macquarie University scientists will lead a major research project to help protect Australia’s avocado industry from destructive pests and diseases, including anthracnose fungus, flower-attacking thrips and plant-damaging mirid bugs.
Fulbright success for Macquarie researchers
Two Macquarie University researchers have each received a prestigious Fulbright scholarship, enabling them to conduct pioneering research in the United States.
Macquarie University to lead United Nations SDG Hub
Macquarie University has been appointed as the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) Sustainable Development Goal Hub Chair for Life on Land (Goal 15), joining a global network of 17 universities leading sustainable development initiatives worldwide.
Strong global results for Macquarie University in 2025 subject rankings
Macquarie University has delivered another strong performance in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject, with its offerings in Education and Psychology continuing to rank among the top 100 globally.