News: research
University of Adelaide scholars head to the US
Six University of Adelaide students have been awarded Fulbright Scholarships to continue their research in the US.
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Advanced fertiliser research with new Mosaic contract
Enhanced spreading, improved efficiency and reduced environmental impact will be the focus of continuing fertiliser research under a new five-year partnership agreement between the University of Adelaide and US-based fertiliser producer The Mosaic Company
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CT scanning wheat grains for stress tolerance
Scientists have developed a computed tomography (CT) scanning method for screening large samples of wheat for drought and heat tolerance.
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Engineering for better brewing and wine-making
New University of Adelaide professor Robert Falconer aims to use pharmaceutical engineering principles and expertise in protein chemistry to find quality gains in beer brewing and improved technology for wine-making.
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New evidence for protective role of Vitamin D in breast cancer in Pakistani women
A new study supports scientific literature that deficient levels of serum vitamin D may contribute to breast cancer and its correction may play a role in protection against breast cancer.
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New study reveals a huge neutron star collision 3.4 times heavier than the Sun
University of Adelaide physics researchers have been involved in new collaborative study which has revealed a possible collision of two neutron stars.
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$9 million of research targets major health issues
University of Adelaide led projects have received $9,401,459 to investigate a range of health issues such as how low-calorie sweeteners affect people with type 2 diabetes, using bioengineered tissue to rebuild eyes and the effectiveness of water fluoridation as a public health initiative.
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Discovery success to University of Adelaide researchers will benefit Australians
Twenty-seven University of Adelaide researchers have collectively received more than $10.8 million in funding from the Federal Government to further their work in diverse areas that will impact on people’s lives in Australia and globally.
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12 of the world’s most influential researchers
The University of Adelaide is proud home to a dozen of the world’s most influential researchers – they are named among the Highly Cited Researchers 2019 from the Web of Science Group.
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ARC funds five University of Adelaide early career researchers
Five University of Adelaide researchers have collectively been awarded more than $2 million from the Federal Government to advance their work in diverse areas including cognitive impairment, solar ammonia production, and cybersecurity.
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