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Surprising spin offs of slowing down wind turbines

Dr Rey Chin

Dr Rey Chin from the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering discovers how to improve cost effectiveness of wind farms.

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Awards night abuzz with praise for citizen science program

School of Biological Sciences celebrates prestigious award win

School of Biological Sciences wins Innovation in Citizen Science award for ‘Insect Investigators’ project at the 2024 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.

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Tropical plants discovered in Tasmania’s ancient Polar Forest

Dr Miriam Slodownik at the Lowana outcrop. Credit: Gregory Jordan

Recent School of Biological Sciences PhD graduate, Dr Miriam Slodownik, sheds light on the extent and evolution of southern rainforests.

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University of Adelaide showcases leadership in Software Security at ESEM 2024

Professor Ali Babar and Dr Triet Le

3 full research papers led by Professor Ali Babar and Dr Triet Le are accepted at the 18th International Symposium on Empirical Software Engineering and Measurement (ESEM) 2024, demonstrating leadership in the field.

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Science communicators boost the visibility of Uni of Adelaide research

Natalia Caliani drinking wine in the Clare Valley

Six University of Adelaide scientists have each won the inaugural Science Communication Prize for increasing the visibility of the University’s scientific research and capabilities, while boosting the profile and accessibility of their own work. 

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Why are dogs scared of the vet and what can I do to help?

Dog vet CT scan

Investigating the bark side of veterinary care is ruff (I shih tzu not!) – Dr Petra Edwards tells us why dogs fear the vet and how pet owners can make this experience more paw-sitive for everyone.

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University scientists lead the conversation on growing the space economy

Adelaide scientist Associate Professor Jenny Mortimer with samples of locally found duckweed which she is studying to turn into food for the future. Picture by Naomi Jellicoe, The Advertiser

The University of Adelaide’s Professor Matthew Gilliham is guiding a session on the technologies needed to support long-term space habitation at the Andy Thomas Space Foundation 13th Australian Space Forum.  

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The journey from James Herriot wannabe to research superstar

Alexandra Whittaker

From the wise old age of four Alex Whittaker dreamt of becoming the female version of British TV veterinarian James Herriot.

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Working with plants can help you both to grow

Professor Rachel Burton

Professor Rachel Burton has always loved plants, but it took her a while to be immersed in them properly.

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Even accidents provide opportunity

Sam Franklin on a horse

Sam Franklin wanted to be a vet from a very young age, not an academic. She ended up being both.

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