News: science
Experts available for holiday season
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Over the summer holiday season the following University of Adelaide researchers are available to comment on their areas of expertise.
National project to address STEM gender gap
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A new project aims to close the gender gap in STEM subjects in primary and secondary schools. Three universities will work together to build a national community of girls, teachers, school outreach practitioners and industry.
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Seawater split to produce green hydrogen
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Researchers have successfully split seawater without pre-treatment to produce green hydrogen.
Leading photonics expert crowned Innovator of the Year
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A University of Adelaide professor who is helping to position South Australia as a hub for photonics and quantum innovation has been named the 2022 South Australian Innovator of the Year.
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University researchers placed top in their fields
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Six University of Adelaide researchers have been named as the country’s top experts in their fields according to league tables just published.
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Ancient genomes reveal hidden history of human adaptation
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The use of ancient DNA, including samples of human remains around 45,000 years old, has shed light on a previously unknown aspect of human evolution.
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Health leader honoured by bacteria naming
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Introducing Nicolia spurrieriana – named after South Australia’s Chief Public Health Officer, Professor Nicola Spurrier – which could potentially be used in the fermentation of wine, sourdough bread and pickled foods.
University’s Tall Poppies stand tall
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A University of Adelaide expert has been named as the South Australian Young Tall Poppy of the Year for their work to help ensure food security for future generations.
Updating our understanding of Earth’s architecture
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New models that show how the continents were assembled are providing fresh insights into the history of the Earth and will help provide a better understanding of natural hazards like earthquakes and volcanoes.
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University experts take top honours in science excellence
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The University of Adelaide’s Professor Shizhang Qiao has been named as SA Scientist of the Year in this year’s Science Excellence and Innovation Awards.
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