News: School of Physical Sciences
$7m boost for sciences research
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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
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Plant scientists and a geologist from the University of Adelaide are among the world’s most highly cited researchers.
Scientists in the news this week: October 2020
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‘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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Peter Veitch receives Australia's most prestigious scientific research award
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Professor Peter Veitch has been awarded the Prime Minister’s Prize for Science for his involvement in one of the greatest scientific discoveries of this century.
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Sculpture of iconic Ediacaran fossil unveiled
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The legacy of science alumni and geological research highlighted with new sculpture celebrating our state’s fossil emblem, Spriggina floundersi.
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Monster black hole collision detected by scientists
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University of Adelaide scientists observe the biggest black hole merger so far detected.
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Science graduates share tales of career success in new podcast
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Hear inspiring stories from science graduates in the University of Adelaide’s new podcast series.
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Future Fellows to advance key marine ecology and palaeontology research
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University of Adelaide scientists have been awarded more than $1.5 million to study environmental and climate change, but in vastly different contexts.
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Scientists in the news this week: July 3, 2020
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Your round-up of University of Adelaide scientists and science graduates in the news this week.
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Scientists in the news this week: June 26, 2020
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Your round-up of University of Adelaide scientists and science graduates in the news this week.
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