News: Waite Research Institute
Local boost for AgTech, food and wine start-ups
Start-up companies in agricultural technology, food and wine are being given a guiding hand with a new business incubator launched at the University of Adelaide’s Waite campus.
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Researchers develop a non-invasive test for smoke contamination in vineyards
Researchers have trialled a non-invasive model for detecting smoke contamination in grapevines.
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Research giants team up to boost primary industries sector
Collaborative research will expand to embrace expertise in areas such as engineering, mathematics, computer science, big data, and machine learning, for the application of new technologies.
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Do fruit tree nets impact the ability of bees to carry pollen?
Researchers to collaborate with industry to explore the effect of netting on beehive health, set and quality of apples.
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Plant discovery opens frontiers
Scientists discover biochemical mechanism fundamental to plant life that could have huge implications for biomedical, pharmaceutical, chemical and biotechnology industries.
On top of the world: Sciences research ranks high in ERA results
Science research at the University of Adelaide has reached new heights according to the 2018 Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) results released this week.
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Research to clear the air on smoke taint in wine
Researchers are investigating whether smoke from stubble burning has any effect on wine grapes.
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Plant & Food Research boost at Waite campus
A new industry partner at Waite campus is set to boost research and innovation in South Australia’s horticulture and agri-food sectors.
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Scientists buzzing after new bee discoveries
South Australian scientists including a bee expert from the University of Adelaide, have discovered 26 new species of native Australian bees.
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Plant scientists discover new complex carbohydrate in barley
The first new complex carbohydrate of its kind to be discovered in barley in more than 30 years has potential applications in food, medicine and cosmetics.
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