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Future risk of coral bleaching set to intensify globally
An international team of researchers led by the University of Adelaide has projected future marine heatwaves will cause coral reefs to be at severe risk of bleaching for longer periods than previously seen.
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AI tool launches to help producers reach markets
The University of Adelaide and Food South Australia have today launched AskSASI, a tool to help food and beverage producers identify environmental accreditations for their products in Australian and international markets.
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New guidelines set to change the way we diagnose type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) diagnoses could soon be transformed with newly released guidance developed with input from a University of Adelaide expert, outlining how to detect and monitor early-stage T1D before the point of symptom onset.
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Linkage projects support industry partnerships
University of Adelaide researchers will share in almost $2 million through the latest round of the Australian Research Council Linkage Projects scheme, which is designed to foster strategic research partnerships.
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A mountainous mystery uncovered in SA’s pink sands
Deposits of deep-pink sand washing up on South Australian shores shed new light on when the Australian tectonic plate began to subduct beneath the Pacific plate, as well as the presence of previously unknown ancient Antarctic mountains.
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Rainy day ice age in the global south
An international study of the mineral deposits in stalactites in South Australia’s Naracoorte Caves, has shed new light on climate conditions in the Southern Hemisphere during ice ages.
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University’s Quartet in Residence dazzles in Amsterdam
The Australian String Quartet is taking to the stage across Europe this month with its first performance at the International String Quartet Biennale in Amsterdam this week.
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Women innovators helping to change the world
University of Adelaide women researchers have been recognised for their outstanding work at this year’s Women in Innovation Awards.
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01 Jul
United Kingdom and Europe global opportunities and impact forum 2024
Join us for an overview of the recent Senior Executive Mission to the United Kingdom and Germany, as well as information on partnerships, student recruitment efforts, and research and funding opportunities available to support partnership work in the region. The session includes a Q&A followed by a networking afternoon tea. Monday 1 July, 12.30–2 pm. Room 307, Schultz building, North Terrace campus. Register. 02 Jul
Geographical Futures Navigated Via Our Connection To Nature
Join Sophie Thomson, TV presenter and gardener, to hear her keynote address for the Institute of Australian Geographers Conference. Sophie is a prominent ambassador and board member, recognised with awards like the 2024 South Australian Inspiring Woman of the Year. Her profound belief in gardening as a resource to face some of life’s challenges and as a way to nurture resilience and environmental care aligns perfectly with the conference theme. Tuesday 2 July, 9–10 am. Elder Hall, North Terrace campus. Register (limited availability).
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Pioneering research in plant breeding, alternative proteins, and transformative technologies keeps the Waite at the cutting edge in its constant pursuit of the next big thing.
Harvest is a crucial part of every winemaker and viticulturist’s year. Meet the team of staff and students who tackled the 2024 vintage at Waite.
Many a successful winemaker made their way through Roseworthy Agricultural College before it merged with the University of Adelaide in 1991. The move saw South Australian teaching and research in oenology and viticulture transferred to the University’s Waite campus, which has since become a global icon of winemaking.
The celebrations for our 150th have already begun – the party has officially started.
We invited some of this community to be our special “foreign correspondents” - to give a brief insight into their lives, careers and success around the world.