News: Sciences
Advanced fertiliser research with new Mosaic contract
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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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Uni of Adelaide staff and graduates at forefront of Australia Day awards
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The University of Adelaide congratulates eye surgeon and blindness prevention pioneer Dr James Muecke, AM, for being named the Australian of the Year for 2020.
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Making high-value products from agricultural waste
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Sunscreen from mushroom waste, healthy skincare products from apples and berries, and high-tech materials from Brussels sprout stalks – these are some high value products that could be first to market from a new $11 million research consortium led by the University of Adelaide.
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STEM interest drives boost in Uni of Adelaide applications
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The University of Adelaide has experienced an increase in first-preference applications for its undergraduate degrees for 2020, with strong interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) programs.
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Trapping atoms to protect Australia's groundwater
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A unique new facility launched today at the University of Adelaide will help protect Australia’s precious groundwater from overuse and contamination.
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