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Manufacturing advances bring material back in vogue
One of the world’s most important artificial materials is back in vogue because scientists are harnessing its properties for new and diverse future applications such as space navigation and farming.
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Growing houses: hempcrete could be the answer to building supply shortages
Houses made from hemp grown in South Australia could be the next sustainable solution to the nation’s building supplies crisis.
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Island tiger snakes’ skulls adapt to eat large sea bird chicks
A study by researchers from the University of Adelaide and other institutions has found that in a population of island tiger snakes the bones in their jaws increase in length after feeding on large prey, while their mainland counterparts show no change.
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Catalyst for more efficient chemical production on the horizon
An innovative technique is being developed by scientists that could allow Australia to lead the way in more sustainable manufacturing of fuels and chemicals.
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Funding supports vital diabetes research
Five innovative research projects led by the University of Adelaide’s Centre of Research Excellence (CRE) in Translating Nutritional Science to Good Health will investigate the causes and potential treatments for various types of diabetes.
Painting an accurate profile of Adelaide’s homeless
University of Adelaide researchers have built a comprehensive profile of homelessness and associated health issues in Adelaide.
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Commonwealth funded student places address skills shortages
A total of 890 new places will be available to give more students from under represented backgrounds the opportunity to study at the University of Adelaide.
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Partnership supports diverse STEM scholars
A partnership between the University of Adelaide and Boeing will support students in science technology engineering and maths (STEM).
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Carbon removal project aims to improve livelihoods in Vietnam
The University of Adelaide is a partner in a project to establish a facility in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta to turn waste biomass from agricultural activities into biochar.
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Experts available for holiday season 2022-2023
Over the summer holiday season the following University of Adelaide researchers are happy to be approached for comment on their areas of expertise. The list has been organised into broad subject areas. Please see individual names to check their availability.
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