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I definitely won’t kill you (probably)

Setting himself a target of writing 10,000 songs in 10,000 days, alum Andrew Gardner hoped to challenge himself and hone his already significant musical skills. Here he shares a song written with AI, sung by AI, about AI.
AI: The Lumen interview

In this special interview, Simon Lucey, Director of the Australian Institute for Machine Learning (AIML), and a Professor in the University of Adelaide’s School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, clarifies concerns and explains the opportunities for Australia to shape the future by embracing AI.
Andy Thomas: Celebrating a local hero

When Andy Thomas first graduated from the University of Adelaide 50 years ago, travelling into space as an astronaut was an impossible dream.
Take a trip into space

As part of the celebration of 50 years since Andy Thomas first graduated from our University, we are pleased to present our readers with this unique “space simulation”.
A passion for change

Alexandra Bruhn, known to everyone as Alex, this year won the Commendation Award for South Australia’sYoung Citizen of the Year.
Children's University turns 10

It can be difficult for some young people to envision a future at university, particularly if no one in their family has ever attended one. This is where Children’s University steps in, to educate young people about future possibilities. In 2023 the initiative is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.
World news - Spring 2023

We invited some of our family of “foreign correspondents” to give a brief insight into their lives and careers.
News in brief - Spring 2023

The people and research of the University receive wide media attention locally, nationally and internationally.
Letters to the editor

Fond memories of Uni life are shared in these heart-warming responses to our recent contest.
Lumen Readers’ Prize

Lumen readers have the chance to win one of 10 prizes worth $150 each to help celebrate our 150th birthday.