Research Tuesdays

Research Tuesdays

A public lecture series from The University of Adelaide

From tackling Meningococcal B to finding energy solutions for the future, our discoveries make a difference to people's lives across the world.

At Research Tuesdays we share this knowledge, every month. If you're curious about the changing world, we invite you to join us.

 

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Low voter turnout, high stakes

Voting is compulsory in Australia, but even still, not everyone votes. In fact, the 2022 federal election's voter turnout was under 90%—the lowest since mandatory voting was introduced nearly a century prior.

In democracies like Australia’s, voter turnout isn’t just a number; it’s a safeguard. When fewer people vote, trust in leadership declines, marginalised communities are excluded, polarisation increases, and democracy backslides.

Join us, ahead of the election, to learn how University of Adelaide research promotes political engagement––and protects democracy.

The presenter

Professor Lisa Hill

Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Time: 5.30pm

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Previous events

 

Shaping AI ethics in health

As algorithms increasingly shape human care, who’s guarding the line between innovation and ethics?

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Preserving biodiversity

How do we best control invasive species––and how can science advances help?

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Youth justice reform

We’re asking the questions: is our system criminalising childhood trauma and disadvantage? And if so, what next?

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