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Linkage projects support industry partnerships
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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
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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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Australians living longer, but in need of more support
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A study of pre-Covid-19 health data found Australians over 70 were living longer, but their impact on the healthcare industry is increasing, according to research by the University of Adelaide.
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University of Adelaide community members honoured
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More than 20 members of the University of Adelaide community have been awarded King’s Birthday honours, recognising exceptional contributions to their fields of expertise.
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Limits to access emergency pill
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The accessibility of first-line oral emergency contraceptives in Australian community pharmacies is problematic – with a national survey finding almost one-third reporting they do not stock the ulipristal acetate pill that has been recommended by medical authorities.
Exploring cyber data collection
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Cyber data collection will be the focus of this month’s University of Adelaide Research Tuesday event, featuring criminology experts Dr Russell Brewer, Dr Katie Logos and internationally recognised legal expert Dr Colette Langos.
Timing key for type 2 diabetes drug performance
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Researchers from the University of Adelaide could be closer to discovering a better way to use metformin, a common type 2 diabetes medication.
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We spend more with cashless payments
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A study by researchers from the University of Adelaide has found that when using cashless methods of payment, individuals tend to spend more when purchasing.
Interactive map of SA colonial encounters launches
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A new interactive story map that explores colonial encounters in South Australia between Aboriginal peoples and European settlers has launched last week.
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University goes up in QS world ranking
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The University of Adelaide has continued to improve its placings in the 2025 QS World University Ranking, moving up seven places this year.