News: Research
$7m boost for sciences research
ARC Discovery projects showcase the dynamic breadth of sciences research at the University of Adelaide.
Plant science and geology experts feature in list of world’s most influential researchers
Plant scientists and a geologist from the University of Adelaide are among the world’s most highly cited researchers.
River Murray fish species bounce back from Millennium Drought
Research shows some native migratory fish species are now thriving after an earlier threat of extinction.
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A pain in the grass: Native wildlife and cultural sites in arid Australia at risk
Researchers have uncovered, for the first time, the extent of impact that buffel grass has on the environment in arid Australia.
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Exploring the origins of wine regionality
World's experts to convene for two-day conference to discuss the science that creates and defines regionality in wine.
ARC Discovery Early Career Research Awards 2021
The Minister for Education, The Hon Dan Trehan has this week announced new grant outcomes under the Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA) scheme, with 2 ECMS researchers receiving funding.
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Wine and beer perception survey
Participate: Help the wine and beer industries tailor products that better meet your needs and expectations.
Scientists dig up soil secrets of Adelaide's community gardens
Researchers have surveyed the soil health of community gardens across Adelaide to assess their suitability for urban agriculture.
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Fighting wine fraud with fluorescence fingerprinting
Researchers are developing a fast and simple method of authenticating wine – a potential solution against the estimated billions of dollars’ worth of wine fraud globally.
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Scientists in the news this week: October 2020
‘What even is the economy?’ Citymag has published a three-part series on ‘how SA makes money and stuff’ featuring several University of Adelaide scientists and science graduates.
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