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Artificially sweetened beverage consumption lifts gestational diabetes risk
Pregnant women who consume five or more drinks of artificially sweetened beverage (ASB) a week increase their risk of developing gestational diabetes by six per cent, new research from the University of Adelaide has found.
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Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences mentorship
Associate Professor Kylie Dunning has been accepted into the highly competitive Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences Mentorship Program. Mentees in this program are recognised for their high potential as emerging leaders in health and medical research.
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Launching Future in Focus
The Robinson Research Institute is proud to launch Future in Focus—a dynamic new initiative designed to inspire and support the next generation of researchers, clinicians, and health professionals.
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From Fertility to Family - Discover the science of what makes for healthy children
We are excited to be part of Science Alive! this year, Australia’s single largest, interactive science exhibition for families. Taking place on Saturday and Sunday, 2 and 3 August at the Adelaide Showgrounds, this incredible event brings science to life with interactive displays, hands-on activities, and something for curious minds of all ages.
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2025 RRI Step Research Funding outcomes announced
We are excited to share that we have awarded over $366,000 in Step Research Funding to support 17 innovative research projects led by our talented investigators. These grants are designed to kickstart new ideas, build research momentum, and strengthen future funding opportunities.
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Global childhood wasting not slowing sufficiently
Too many children around the world are still malnourished and too few countries are on track to address the problem that has a life-long impact on a person. 05 May
From blunt to precise: New research to help premature babies thrive
Little Ollie* was born at 32 weeks, eight weeks before his due date. His mother Amelia* was taken to hospital after an ultrasound revealed that Ollie hadn’t grown in four weeks and was showing signs of fetal distress. 29 Apr
Platform technology unlocks new therapeutic targets
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have developed a new technology for drug and functional genomics screenings, which could reshape the way diseases are treated. 10 Apr
Announcing our 2025 RRI Travel Grant Recipients
We are excited to announce the recipients of the Institute’s 2025 Travel Grants.
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