Events: research

Wednesday wonders: science talks

Date: Wed, 6, 6:00 pm - Wed, 27 Nov 2024, 8:30 pm
Location: Noel Lothian Hall, Adelaide Botanic Garden

Explore how glass is being used in truly incredible ways, from heart health diagnostics to communication, and sustainability. Witness epic installations take on a new dimension as the sun sets, enjoy a drink from the bar, or pre-order a picnic box to enjoy in the Garden before your science talk. Wednesday 6 to Wednesday 27 November, 6–8.30 pm. Noel Lothian Hall, Adelaide Botanic Gardens. Tickets.

Booms, busts and breakthroughs: science at arid recovery

Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2024, 2:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Location: The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus

Celebrate the science and conservation work of Arid Recovery, in partnership with the University of Adelaide’s Environment Institute. Arid Recovery continues to lead the way in threatened species recovery and desert ecosystem restoration. Tuesday 19 November, 2.30–4.15 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. Register.

Health Equity Learning Lab Oz webinar

Date: Mon, 25 Nov 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Online

Commercial Determinants of Health and Governance. Joined by Professor Ronald Labonté (University of Ottawa), Professor Fran Baum, and Dr Julia Anaf ((School of Social Sciences) from Stretton Health Equity, the Stretton Institute. Speakers will explore evidence on the health and equity impacts of global consultancy firms and governance of commercial industries to improve health equity. Monday 25 November, 12–1 pm. Online.

Stretton Health Equity seminar

Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2024, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Room 7.15, level 7, Ingkarni Wardli Building, North Terrace campus and zoom

Transforming Capitalism’s Existential Health Threats: Can a Wellbeing Economy Save Us? Presented by Professor Ron Labonté (University of Ottawa). Tuesday 26 November, 1–2 pm. Room 7.15, level 7, Ingkarni Wardli, North Terrace campus and online. Register.

Healthy Development Adelaide

Date: Wed, 27 Nov 2024, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus

Exploring Peer Practice in Disability Support: Benefits, Enablers and Challenges. This session explores the benefits of peer practice in the context of disability support from several different perspectives, including peer programs for parents and caregivers with a child with disability, and peer programs for teenagers with disability. Wednesday 27 November, 5.30–8.30 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus. Register.

2024 China and Hong Kong SAR Global Opportunities and Impact Forum

Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2024, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Room 704/705 MBA Suite, level 7, Nexus 10 building, Pulteney Street

Join us for an overview of the recent Senior Executive Mission to these countries, 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 morning tea. Wednesday 4 December, 1–2.30 pm. Room 704/705 MBA Suite, level 7, Nexus 10 building, 10/12 Pulteney Street, Adelaide. Register.

Through the looking-glass: the future of public health in a changing world

Date: Wed, 11 Dec 2024, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location: National Wine Centre

Spend the day with the School of Public Health’s researchers and guest presenters at our annual research symposium showcasing the diversity of research in public health. The day includes presentations covering a variety of topics with plenty of opportunities for Q&A, networking and a celebration of our higher degree scholarships. Wednesday 11 December, 9.30 am to 4.30 pm. National Wine Centre, Adelaide. Register.