News: Research
Scientists in the news this week: September 2020
Here are the stories of University of Adelaide scientists and science graduates in the news this week.
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Research shows potential of gene editing in barley
Plant scientists show potential to rapidly improve barley grain quality through CRISPR genetic tool.
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Climate change may eliminate world’s largest lizard
The Komodo dragon could be driven to extinction by climate change unless significant measures to intervene are taken soon.
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Which winegrape varieties are grown where?
New published book will help winegrape growers better navigate future global markets and the impacts of climate change.
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Uncovering the science of Indigenous fermentation
Wine scientists discover the complex microbial communities associated with the natural fermentation of sap from the iconic Tasmanian cider gum
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Forensic chemistry used to combat illegal wildlife trade
Illegal wildlife trade is a major concern in Australia, now scientists have validated a new technique that detects where an alien species has come from.
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Green time is better than screen time
Children and teenagers could improve their wellbeing and achieve better school results by spending more time outdoors.
Monster black hole collision detected by scientists
University of Adelaide scientists observe the biggest black hole merger so far detected.
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Using paleo-archives to safeguard biodiversity
The late Quaternary paleorecord, within the past ∼130,000 years, can help to inform present-day management of the Earth's ecosystems and biota under climate change.
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Scientists in the news this week: August 2020
Here are the stories of University of Adelaide scientists and science graduates in the news this week.
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