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Aussie twist on Sondheim classic: Into the Woods reimagined

The University of Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium of Music is thrilled to present a bold new production of Into The Woods – the Tony Award-winning musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine – reimagined with an unmistakably Australian flair.
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Extreme heat poses threat to mental health

Rising temperatures across Australia could increase the burden of mental and behavioural disorders (MBD) by almost 50 per cent by 2050, according to a new study from the University of Adelaide. The research highlights the urgent need to act now to protect mental health as the climate warms.
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Students still struggling mentally, but tide is turning

The latest Resilient Youth: State of the Nation Report has revealed Australia’s young people are still struggling mentally.
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Podcast inspires women entrepreneurs

The University of Adelaide’s ThincLab is launching ThincHer — You’re in Charge, a new podcast celebrating and supporting women in leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
Stem cell funding to benefit epigenetic study

A team of researchers from the University of Adelaide have received funding to help improve the lives of patients with rare neurodevelopmental disorders.
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A big funding boost for nanotechnology projects

Two University of Adelaide projects using nanotechnology have received funding in the latest round of Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Early-to-Mid Career Researchers funding.
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Gendered expectations extend to science communication

Communicating complex science in a way that the public can understand is crucial. A new study from the University of Adelaide reveals that in scientific societies, women are shouldering the bulk of this work — often voluntarily — due to societal expectations and a sense of duty.
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Tropical forests aren’t keeping pace with climate change

A major new study has revealed that tropical forests across the Americas are not adapting quickly enough to climate change, raising concerns about their long-term resilience.
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Combination approach to advanced cancer could improve survival

An international team of researchers, including experts from the University of Adelaide, has found genomic testing and targeted therapies for patients with advanced cancer could improve survival rates by up to 40 per cent.
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Leading the way in ultrasound credentialing

Ultrasound is a crucial tool for timely and accurate diagnosis of endometriosis, yet variability in scanning capability, techniques and interpretation has led to inconsistent patient outcomes.
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