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Is energy the key to Alzheimer’s disease?
A team of researchers at the University of Adelaide has found a link between the way that cells produce energy for brain function and the mutated genes found in Alzheimer’s disease.
Climate change: Ancient DNA study provides clues to the disappearance of lions and bears
New research suggests a change in climate is the likely cause of the mysterious disappearance of ancient lions and bears from parts of North America for a thousand years or more prior to the last Ice Age.
$10 million boost for University of Adelaide research
New Australian Research Council funding paves the way for further discoveries.
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Ocean acidification and warming disrupts fish shoals
Researchers from the University of Adelaide have found that the way fish interact in groups is being upset by ocean acidification and global warming.
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Investigation of doppler perturbations in ground based satellite observations
Honours projects: Investigate unknown ionospheric phenomena which affect the accuracy of ground-based satellite observations.
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Improving plant process in a key Jurlique ingredient
Honours project: Work with international cosmetic company Jurlique to investigate one of their key root crop lines, by undertaking a complete extraction and analysis of the root.
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How have coexisting bat species evolved separate niches?
Honours project: Help understand how Australian native mammals have evolved and diversified.
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How do insectivorous echolocating bats use arid rangeland conservation reserves in SA?
Honours project: Help with real-world conservation work in South Australia, do fieldwork and learn new analytical skills relevant to a job in ecology.
Science awards celebrate 2021 academic, student and staff success
The recent Faculty of Sciences’ awards showcase celebrated research, teaching, leadership, professional staff and student success.
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2021 Teaching Commendations
These awards recognise the diverse range of activities, services and programs that contribute to student learning and engagement at the University of Adelaide. They serve to highlight the important role that staff from all areas of the University have in supporting us to achieve our strategic goals.