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James Paton elected to Academy of Science

By Stav | Published: April 3, 2013
The University of Adelaide’s Professor James Paton has been elected as a Fellow to the Australian Academy of Science.Professor Paton, who is is the Director of the Research Centre for Infectious Diseases in the School of Molecular and Biomedical Science, has made major scientific contributions to the field of pathogenesis and prevention of bacterial infectious [...]
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Falklands Wolf Mystery Solved

By Stav | Published: March 8, 2013
A research team from the University’s Australian Centre for Ancient DNA (ACAD) has found the answer to one of natural history’s most intriguing puzzles – the origins of the now extinct Falkland Islands wolf. The new study also reveals how the wolf came to be the only land-based mammal on the islands, which are almost [...]
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Alliance to Boost Research into ‘Ethical’ Production

By Stav | Published: February 21, 2013
South Australia’s pig industry will be supported by local research into sow and piglet housing, reproduction, welfare and other initiatives under the new Southern Pork Alliance. The alliance, launched at the University of Adelaide Roseworthy Campus on Friday 22.02.2013, between the University’s School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences and the South Australian Research and Development Institute [...]
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Evolution Of The Human Diet Not A Positive Thing For Teeth

By Stav | Published: February 21, 2013
The evolution of the human diet has not necessarily been a positive thing for the health of our teeth, according to study leader Professor Alan Cooper, ACAD Director. Dr Cooper has looked into DNA preserved in calcified bacteria on the teeth of ancient human skeletons has shed light on the health consequences of the evolving diet [...]
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Winners of 2012, 3 Minute Thesis

By Stav | Published: August 31, 2012
Congratulations goes to Sarah Catalano and Ori Henderson-Sapir for winning the 2012 Faculty of Sciences Final, 3 Minute Thesis. The Faculty of Sciences wishes to congratulate Ms Sarah Catalano for the Judges’ choice award and Mr Ori Henderson-Sapir for the ‘People’s Choice’ award winner.  Runner up was Ms Ana Martins-Sequieira. Our two winners will represent the Faculty [...]
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Relevant science education essential for the future

By Stav | Published: May 4, 2012
The number of students studying science subjects in Australian tertiary institutions is on the decline. Over the last few years several people in the Faculty of Sciences at the University of Adelaide have been working hard at trying to address the issue of the relevance of science in education.  Having introduced an Enhanced Learning in First [...]
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e-Science Magazine

By Stav | Published: May 1, 2012
e-Science is a free science magazine written by scientific researchers. Each interactive article delivers a range of relevant class resources for primary and secondary teachers. Digital and fully interactive, e-Science is available in both iPad and web browser formats. The Faculty of Sciences at the University of Adelaide has created a free Science magazine, e-Science.   e-Science, [...]
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Flowers that’ll brighten up anyone’s night

By Stav | Published: February 27, 2012
Bioconst scientists, led by Professor Mark Tester, are conducting research to develop ranges of plants that emit light. The initial aim of the Company is to develop plants that fluoresce brightly and beautifully when exposed to ultra-violet light emitted by Bioconst’s customised illumination device. The effects are remarkable, with the fluorescence adding splendour to beauty. Bioconst also [...]
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2011 Postgraduate Symposium

By Stav | Published: September 30, 2011
The 4th Annual Postgraduate Symposium occurs next Wednesday and Thursday (October 5-6).   The School of Agriculture, Food and Wine expects all students (and supervisors) to attend where possible as this represents one of the many training opportunities the School provides for our Postgraduates. The program is filled with many interesting topics and offers a unique [...]
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Local talents finds home advantage

By Stav | Published: September 16, 2011
FOR these South Australian success stories, the grass is not always greener on the other side. The dream team of successful home-grown professionals is urging career-driven South Australians to think twice before packing their bags and chasing careers interstate and overseas. They say opportunities are just as plentiful locally. The group is lending its support to a [...]
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