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Green beats screens for kids’ wellbeing
A University of Adelaide review of 186 studies from around the world has found “green time” is far better for children and adolescents mental health and academic achievement than screen time.
Starving gut bacteria to improve chemotherapy outcomes
Fasting before chemotherapy drastically increases the number and diversity of bacteria found in the gut and can improve treatment outcomes, a new study by University of Adelaide researchers has found.
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Computer science education expert to lead ECMS faculty
The University of Adelaide has appointed a new leader for its Faculty of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences (ECMS).
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First ever detection of monster black hole collision
University of Adelaide researchers are part of a team of scientists who have observed the biggest black hole merger so far detected.
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$1.35M for world-first needle-free Zika virus vaccine
Researchers at the University of Adelaide have been awarded $1.35 million in funding to accelerate development of a world-first vaccine for the Zika virus.
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World uni rankings improve for University of Adelaide
The University of Adelaide’s position as South Australia’s leading university has been reaffirmed by the latest world university rankings.
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Experts jointly seek sustainable use of space resources
The future of deep space exploration depends on developing technology which enables astronauts to sustainably use resources where they find them.
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Using the past to maintain future biodiversity
New research shows that safeguarding species and ecosystems and the benefits they provide for society against future climatic change requires effective solutions which can only be formulated from reliable forecasts.
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Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC): Findings relating to the University of Adelaide
The Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC) has today released a statement relating to allegations of improper conduct by the University’s former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Peter Rathjen AO, and the University’s handling of those allegations.
Stop! Grand theft water.
An international team of researchers led by the University of Adelaide has developed a new method to better understand the drivers of water theft, a significant worldwide phenomenon, and deterrents to help protect this essential resource.