Coming Events
Research Tuesdays: sharing great research with the community Court in the Net: How the digital age is transforming the global politics of power and influence While the intimate link between knowledge and power has been recognised for centuries, the phenomenal rise of the internet has totally redefined the relationship. Influential knowledge is no longer the exclusive province of the elite. Accessible from virtually anywhere on the globe, the world wide web has put vast swathes of information within reach of billions and allowed them to disseminate their own. Consequently, it's become the largest battlefield in history, facilitating an ongoing struggle for hearts and minds all over the world, involving governments, activists, academics and terrorists alike. In this comprehensive presentation, Associate Professor Felix Patrikeeff will analyse how this is playing out and consider its myriad political implications. Felix Patrikeeff is Head of Politics at the University of Adelaide and holds degrees from the Universities of Essex and Oxford. He has published many books and essays on international politics and is regularly sought for comment in national and international media. WHEN: Tuesday 10 August, 5.30pm-6.30pm
WHERE: Lecture Theatre 102, Napier Building, North Terrace Campus ADMISSION FREE, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Register online: www.adelaide.edu.au/researchtuesdays or call: + 61 8 8303 3692
Energy Futures A public seminar series organised by the Centre for Energy Technology in conjunction with the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences. Seminars this month include: Carbon Management; Biomass and Biofuels; Integrated Energy Systems; and Clean Combustion. For more information email: environment@adelaide.edu.au or visit: www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/cet Where: Horace Lamb Lecture Theatre, North Terrace Campus
When: 5.00pm each Wednesday from 4-25 August
Cost: Free - all welcome. No registration necessary.
John Bray Law Network Chief Justice's Shield Quiz Night with Quiz Master Peter Goers When: 7.00pm Saturday 7 August
Where: Bonython Hall, North Terrace Campus
Cost: $25 per person; $250 per table (tables of 10 preferred)
To Book: Call Astrid Macleod on (08) 8431 2487 or email: astridmacleod@internode.on.net
University of Adelaide Theatre Guild presents A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare Shakespeare's most loved comedy, with a cast including 17 University of Adelaide students. Directed by Cassandra Backler. www.adelaide.edu.au/theatreguild When: 7.30pm starting Saturday 7 August, and from 10-14 and 17-21 August
Where: Little Theatre, near Cloisters, North Terrace Campus
Cost: $25 adult; $20 concession; Tuesday performances: current University of Adelaide staff/students $15/$10 (fee applies for credit card bookings).
To Book: Phone (08) 8303 5999 or go online.
Tickets also through BASS on 131 246 or at the theatre on the night (cash only).
Thinking Critically About Sustainable Energy - Established Renewables Part of a public seminar series organised by the Centre for Energy Technology in conjunction with the Royal Institution of Australia. For more information email: environment@adelaide.edu.au or visit: www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/cet When: 6.00pm-7.30pm Wednesday 11 August
Where: The Science Exchange, 55 Exchange Place, Adelaide
Cost: Free, but bookings essential
RSVP: www.riaus.org.au
China Briefing 3/10: China-Australia Relations: Strategic and Regional Issues In this third China Briefing of the year, the Confucius Institute at the University of Adelaide brings together experts to present their views about the rise of China, its implications for Australia and the growing national and regional importance of this bilateral relationship. Speakers: the Hon. Professor Alexander Downer, Dr Zhai Kun, Dr Richard Rigby. Sponsored by Ernst & Young and supported by the Australia-China Business Council SA Chapter. www.confucius.adelaide.edu.au When: 5.00pm for 5.30pm Thursday 12 August
Where: Level 12, Ernst & Young Building, 121 King William Street, Adelaide
Cost: Free - but registration is essential given limited seating
RSVP: By Friday 6 August. Phone: (08) 8303 4798 or email: confucius.institute@adelaide.edu.au
National Science Week event: Would You Like Some Gene Technology With That? We need to find a way to feed an extra 3-4 billion people by 2050. Can gene technology play a role? With an expert panel, participate in a discussion on this topic. Give feedback, vote and have a say in the direction these technologies could take to ensure a secure food supply. Jointly presented by the Australian Centre for Plant Functional Genomics (ACPFG) and TechNyou. Hosted by Ian Henschke (ABC TV's Stateline). When: 6.00pm Wednesday 18 August
Where: Science Exchange Building, 55 Exchange Place, Adelaide
Cost: Free - but bookings essential
RSVP: For more info and to register, visit: www.genetechmenu.com
Friends of the University of Adelaide Library and Art & Heritage Collections Driven to Diffraction - a film that tells the story of Nobel Prize winners William Henry Bragg and his son William Lawrence Bragg. When: 6.00pm for 6.30pm Thursday 19 August
Where: Bragg Lecture Theatre, North Terrace Campus
Cost: Free - all welcome
RSVP: by Tuesday 17 August to robina.weir@adelaide.edu.au or phone (08) 8303 4064
Friends of the University of Adelaide Library - author event Renowned author Helen Garner speaks about her book The Spare Room. When: 6.00pm for 6.30pm Wednesday 25 August
Where: Ira Raymond Room, Barr Smith Library, North Terrace Campus
Cost: Free. Gold coin donation invited.
RSVP: robina.weir@adelaide.edu.au or phone (08) 8303 4064
A Day in the Life of Medicine Art Show Some of Australia's most outstanding medical professionals will be honoured on canvas to celebrate 125 years of medical excellence. About 60 portraits of well-known medical alumni from the University of Adelaide have been specially commissioned from artists-in-residence Avril Thomas and Meg Brassil. When: 10.00am to 4.00pm from Tuesday 31 August to Thursday 2 September
Where: Bonython Hall, North Terrace Campus
Cost: Free
RSVP: For more information visit: www.health.adelaide.edu.au/medicine125
The University of Adelaide OPENDAY SUNDAY 15 AUGUST 9am-4.30pm www.adelaide.edu.au/openday
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