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Expect problem gambling to worsen under reforms
Giving gamblers ready access to cash and allowing electronic gaming machines to accept banknotes will only worsen the situation for problem gamblers in South Australia.
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Blindness prevention pioneer is SA Australian of the Year
An eye surgeon who is among the University of Adelaide’s Distinguished Alumni has been named the SA Australian of the Year for 2020.
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Biodiverse soil dust linked to reduced anxiety
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have found new evidence of a potentially broadly-acting microbial link between the health of ecosystems and the health of people.
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Land tax debate: wholesale reform needed
A new report from University of Adelaide economists argues that the South Australian Government should consider wholesale reform to land tax.
Showcasing our technology future: Ingenuity 2019
More than 300 innovative projects exploring technology advances and solutions for our future society will be on show at the University of Adelaide’s Ingenuity 2019 expo on Thursday 31 October.
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Food scientist is new head of agriculture, food and wine
An internationally recognised food scientist has been appointed the new Head of the University of Adelaide’s School of Agriculture, Food and Wine.
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Funding battery breakthrough
A University of Adelaide designed and patented battery technology - which could revolutionise electricity storage by providing a far safer, cheaper and more reliable model than those already on the market - has secured a $1 million research contract to bring it to market.
Students perform six-hour Guitarathon
Classical guitar students from the University of Adelaide's Elder Conservatorium of Music will embark on a six-hour performance marathon. In its third year the successful event will kick off at 12.00 pm, Sunday 3 November in Elder Hall.
Glenthorne Farm transfers to State for new national park
Glenthorne National Park has taken a major step closer to becoming a reality, with the official transfer of land from the University of Adelaide to the State Government now signed.
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Driverless cars could lead to more traffic congestion
Driverless cars could worsen traffic congestion in the coming decades, partly because of drivers’ attitudes to the emerging technology and a lack of willingness to share their rides.
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