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Subject rankings solidify University of Adelaide’s global position

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The University of Adelaide has again cemented its place as one of the world’s leading universities with the latest subject rankings underscoring its position as a centre of excellence for world-class teaching and research among the world’s more than 10,000 universities.

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University of Adelaide’s research expertise to help build Asian energy network

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The University of Adelaide, with leadership from its Institute for Sustainability, Energy and Resources (ISER), has become a partner in Asia Green Grid Network (AGGN) to help advance renewable energy connectivity across Asia.

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Heart attack causes under the microscope

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Two University of Adelaide research projects to help prevent heart disease have received $843,200 funding from the Heart Foundation.

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Student-led festival highlights innovation in creativity

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University of Adelaide students will showcase the best of student and international technology-assisted artistry at the Art of the Possible Festival from Monday 24 October to Thursday 27 October.

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Grant focuses on central Australian song lines

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Researchers at the University of Adelaide have received a grant to focus on central Australian song lines. The project strengthens knowledge, understanding and application of the intricate tuning systems that underpin traditional Indigenous musical practices.

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Computer science innovator recognised with Fellowship

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The University of Adelaide’s Professor Katrina Falkner, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology, has been elected as a fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering.

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Project investigates new approach to combat prostate cancer

Dr Zeyad Nassar

A research team led by the University of Adelaide will investigate how prostate cancer cells survive and reappear after drug treatment.

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Ultra-precise quantum thermometer to measure the temperatures of space and time

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An international team of scientists including experts from the University of Adelaide has designed a quantum thermometer to measure the ultra-cold temperatures of space and time predicted by Einstein and the laws of quantum mechanics.

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First course in fundamentals of space resources

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In order to establish a long-term human presence on the Moon and send people to Mars and the outer solar system, crewed deep space exploration will be reliant on the sustainable use of resources.

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Fellowship honours paediatrics expert

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Professor Jennifer Couper, Head of the Discipline of Paediatrics at Adelaide Medical School, has been elected as a fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences.

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