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First commercial-grade optical fibres fabricated in space

Special glass rods manufactured at the University of Adelaide have been drawn into over 11 km of optical fibre on the International Space Station (ISS).
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University of Adelaide Delegation Engages at Science Meets Parliament 2024

Last week, a distinguished delegation comprising 26 leaders, professionals, and research staff from the University of Adelaide, including members from the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS), participated in Science Meets Parliament 2024 held in Canberra.
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Prof. Heike Ebendorff-Heidepriem: Guest Speaker at 50YGF Symposium Celebrating 50 Years of Fluoride Glass Discovery

Prof Heike Ebendorff-Heidepriem was invited to participate in the 50 YFG Symposium in Rennes France. This event marked the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking discovery of fluoride glasses, a pivotal moment in photonics history.
RadInnovate: A New Training Centre for Radiation Innovation
The ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre for Radiation Innovation (RadInnovate) marks a major milestone for Australia's capabilities in nuclear and radiation science and policy. Last week, the Chief Investigators from the University of Adelaide and UniSA had the opportunity to meet with RadInnovate Centre Director, Professor Mahananda Dasgupta (ANU), and the Chief Operating Officer, Ms Ingrid McCarthy (ANU), to kickstart the process of bringing together all their industry partners and researchers.
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Dr Sarah Scholten Crowned SA Weekend Innovator of the Year at The Advertiser Sunday Mail SkyCity Woman of the Year Awards

Last night's The Advertiser Sunday Mail SkyCity Woman of the Year Awards honoured outstanding women across various fields, with Dr Sarah Scholten being crowned the SA Weekend Innovator of the Year.