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New ‘king’ of fossils discovered on Kangaroo Island
Fossils of a giant new species from the long-extinct group of sea creatures called trilobites have been found on Kangaroo Island.
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A shore future for our coastal vegetation
Researchers are using new ways to gain genetic information from ocean sediment to determine the past and future survival of our coastal vegetation.
Where do rocks come from?
Five-year-old Claire from Perth asks Professor Alan Collins, "where do rocks come from?"
When pets become pests: the exotic pet trade producing invasive species
Scientists are learning more about what drives the exotic pet trade to help reduce the threat of new invasive animal and bird species.
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10th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2019 - applications now open
Humanitarian Affairs Asia and the Ministry of Education, Malaysia are looking for outstanding student leaders to attend the 10th University Scholars Leadership Symposium [USLS] 2019 to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from August 1 to 7.
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Graduation applications are now open
For students intending to graduate in the Semester 1, 2019 Conferral Round (Ceremony September 2019), it's time to check your status now.
Position available: Graduate Electrical Designer/Drafter
ComAp Pty Ltd specialises in creating electronic control and management solutions for use in the power generation industries and drive power markets, and are currently seeking a graduate engineer to join the team. Applications close 21 June 2019.
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New leader for School of Biological Sciences
The University's biosciences research and education has been boosted by a new leader.
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Picture This... Photo competition closing soon
What awesome places did your overseas experience take you? Send us your photos and win! Entries into the Picture This… Photo Competition are closing this Friday 31 May at 4.30pm.
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Higher biodiversity means healthier humans
Scientists find restoring environments to include a wider range of species can promote ‘good’ bacteria over ‘bad’.
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