News: Engagement and Industry
Honorary Doctor of Science awarded to research and industry leaders
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Four scientific leaders awarded honorary doctorates in recognition of outstanding contributions to science.
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Wine industry mentor program breaks new ground
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The Wine Industry Mentor Program is expanding to include wine business, wine marketing, media, photography, wine education, winemaking, viticulture and oenology.
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New research centre with a critical mass of talent and expertise
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The new Australian Critical Minerals Research Centre will conduct comprehensive critical minerals research, from exploration to resource definition and mineral processing.
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Scientists support the recovery of Adelaide Hills wildlife
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Wildlife ecologists are helping the recovery of habitat devastated by the recent Adelaide Hills bushfire, which is home to endangered species and wildlife.
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Scientists using online tools to track illegal wildlife
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University of Adelaide researchers are using new surveillance tools to identify the illegal trade of exotic animals and plants.
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Uni of Adelaide experts recognised for science excellence
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University of Adelaide scientists recognised at the SA Science Excellence and Innovation Awards.
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Students and graduates leading backyard biodiversity and citizen science
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Ever wanted to attract native reptiles, bees and birds to your backyard?
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Radiation is the world’s own superhero
![Oliphant Science Awards 2020 - Chengcheng Zheng and Professor Murray Whitelaw](/sites/default/files/styles/ua_landscape/public/media/images/2020-12/oliphant-science-awards-2020.jpg?h=2f83cd36&itok=eGmmrSX0)
Chengcheng Zheng of Wilderness School receives science writing award at the SASTA Oliphant Science Awards.
COVID-19 detector dog research and trials underway
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14 dogs have begun their training as COVID-19 detector dogs.
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Ecologist Samantha Munroe named Superstar of STEM
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School of Biological Sciences and TERN researcher joins latest cohort of brilliant women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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