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First detection of a collision between a neutron star and a black hole
![Artist’s impression of a neutron star and black hole about to merge. Carl Knox, OzGrav-Swinburne University.](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-06/NSBH-merger_2021_Carl-Knox_OzGrav-Swinburne_sm.jpg?h=8f818b46&itok=2Di5uIE4)
Scientists detected the death spiral and merger of the two of the most extreme objects in the Universe, a neutron star and a black hole.
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New findings to boost barley yields at higher temps
![In barley the presence of a specific protein regulates the production of branches and flowers on plant stems in response to warm temperatures. A loss of function in this protein results in the formation of branch-like spikes at high temperatures.](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-06/news-branched-barley-spike.jpg?h=9b987ac8&itok=Wv1m2xtt)
Researchers identify a novel mechanism in barley plants which could help crop growers achieve high yields as temperatures rise.
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What makes vets feel good at work?
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Researchers investigate the positive side of veterinary work and what brings vets pleasure in their job.
Scientists seek Pomeranian dogs to participate in new gene study
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Researchers are seeking Pomeranian and PomX dogs for a free and simple mouth swab to identify how widespread a defective gene is in the breed's Australian population.
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Coronaviruses have been hijacking human genes for 20,000 years
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Humans have been exposed to coronaviruses for more than 20,000 years, according to new University of Adelaide research.
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New standards to assist conservation and decision-making
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University of Adelaide and TERN researchers have partnered with the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) to standardise both environmental monitoring and data systems for improved decision-making.
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Student project making waves in floating wind-turbine testing technology
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Mechanical Engineering Honours student, Caitlin Scarborough alone designed, built and tested a floating platform that can support a 5MW wind turbine. Her platform was tested at the University of Adelaide wave flume under a range of wave and wind conditions, and the platform motion was detected using a motion capturing system OptiTrack.
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Top talent to boost State’s quantum materials future
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One of the world’s leading experts in quantum materials has joined the University of Adelaide.
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Women in STEM Alumni Network Launch success
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On Thursday 20 May the Women in STEM Alumni Network (WiSAN) was officially launched.
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DNA tracking of timber to increase forest sustainability and integrity
![A teak tree is sampling in Laos - Photo by Double Helix Tracking Technologies](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2021-06/teak-sampling-laos.jpg?h=a1123756&itok=5apjhoUH)
University of Adelaide scientists have created a DNA fingerprint map to link teak timber back to its plantation of origin and help reduce the $40 billion illicit trade of timber in the Asia Pacific region.
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