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Medal for pioneering work on green hydrogen production
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The pioneering research being undertaken at the University of Adelaide by one of Australia’s leading young chemical engineers has been recognised by the Australian Academy of Science (AAS).
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Caution needed over screening scores for heart patients
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Existing non-invasive screening tools may miss heart failure amongst patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and should be used with caution, according to the latest research.
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Preterm birth research in top 10 for delivering extraordinary outcomes
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The impact of life-changing research into preventing preterm births by University of Adelaide experts has been recognised by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).
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Australia’s potential as a global leader for surgical AI
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Australia and New Zealand could become international leaders in the safe use of artificial intelligence (AI) in surgery, but first there needs to be guidelines in place to safeguard patients, according to University of Adelaide experts.
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Renowned baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes joins Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium
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Internationally recognised opera singer, Teddy Tahu Rhodes has been appointed to the University of Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium of Music where he will play a leading role in its Classical Voice department as a teacher and mentor.
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First commercial-grade optical fibres fabricated in space
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Special glass rods manufactured at the University of Adelaide have been drawn into over 8 km of optical fibre on the International Space Station (ISS).
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Westpac Scholars to fight disease and support veterans
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Four University of Adelaide students have been awarded 2024 Westpac Scholarships to help them in their quest to solve major challenges, including fighting superbugs and building more inclusive communities for veterans.
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Excess temperatures cause low flocking concerns
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High temperatures during critical periods of the reproductive cycle of sheep result in 2.1 million fewer lambs produced in Australia each year, costing sheep farmers an estimated $97 million annually.
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Future space leaders made here: How the Australian Rover Challenge is sending next generation space explorers to the Moon
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University students from around Australia and the world will converge at the University of Adelaide to pit their custom-built lunar rovers against each other in a one-of-a-kind event this 20-24 March, during the University’s 150th anniversary year.
Help make myrtle rust dust
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A citizen science campaign aims to find and track myrtle rust in Australia to reduce the impact of the invasive disease in Australia.