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The Adelaidean provides news about the teaching, research and other activities of the University.

Lumen
The University's bi-annual alumni magazine.

Inside Adelaide
The University's weekly newsletter keeping staff informed about what's on.

The Media Unit

For help with finding an expert for your story or the latest news from the University of Adelaide, please contact one of the Media Officers below:

David Ellis
Media Officer and Editor of the Adelaidean
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Candace Gibson
Media and Public Relations Officer
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Media and Corporate Communications Officer
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University News Archive

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November 2009

21	Nov	Trauma specialist is South Australian of the Year
20	Nov	'Surf's up' SMS wins University's eChallenge 2009
20	Nov	Student project wins national engineering prize
20	Nov	Professor wins health and science awards
19	Nov	New data on gaming machines
18	Nov	Extinct moa rewrites New Zealand's history
16	Nov	International scientists in Adelaide to discuss dryland salinity
13	Nov	New building for research advances, top facilities and jobs
13	Nov	Pushing light beyond its known limits
12	Nov	Top US cosmologist to shed light on "dark energy"
9	Nov	Dynamic direction to end Elder concert series
9	Nov	Finally, scientific proof for alternative medicines
6	Nov	Scientists crack horse genetic code
4	Nov	South Australia: from crisis to prosperity?
4	Nov	Clean algae biofuel project leads world in productivity
4	Nov	Study links folic acid supplements to asthma
2	Nov	New insights into Australia's unique platypus
2	Nov	Questions raised on gastric banding in Australia

October 2009

30	Oct	Men's health research wins $3 million
30	Oct	Adelaide Uni wins 78% of State health funding
29	Oct	Symposium highlights impact of refugee trauma
28	Oct	Hellenic flavour to evening concert
27	Oct	Most SA child gunshot deaths are homicides
26	Oct	Uni of Adelaide wins $12.6 million for new research
26	Oct	Agreement strengthens water research partnership
26	Oct	Building campus life with new student learning hub
22	Oct	Pedestrians at risk of more serious road injuries
21	Oct	Students engineer our future today
21	Oct	New research Masters is backed by scholarships
20	Oct	Can engineering save the Murray?
20	Oct	Ancient bison genetic treasure trove for farmers
19	Oct	Florey Art Show gives love to heart research
16	Oct	Why immune cells count in early pregnancy
14	Oct	Experts discuss opportunities for investors
14	Oct	Hundreds defy weather to Ride To Work
13	Oct	Michael Kirby to deliver public lecture in Adelaide
13	Oct	Can crop yields keep pace with a hungry world?
12	Oct	Conservation targets too small to stop extinction
9	Oct	Award recognises 30 years of anti-smoking work
9	Oct	Mental health benefits from moderate alcohol use
8	Oct	Music premieres just the tip of the iceberg
7	Oct	Strong link between obesity and depression
2	Oct	Flute Festival to include all ages

September 2009

29	Sep	Researchers go underground to reveal 850 new species
28	Sep	Building a world-leading science precinct
23	Sep	New uni partnership breaks down barriers to education
22	Sep	State's young entrepreneurs rise to the challenge
21	Sep	Leadership 'in lousy times' the focus of debate
21	Sep	Local students inspired to think positive
18	Sep	Volunteers needed for uni study on salt intake
16	Sep	Professor Justin Beilby reappointed Executive Dean
16	Sep	High-profile Palestinian academic in Adelaide
15	Sep	Threats to human health from climate change
15	Sep	Heart study shows many suffer poor quality of life
14	Sep	Surveillance software solves security snag
10	Sep	On your marks for inaugural campus footrace
9	Sep	Future Fellows rewarded for research excellence
8	Sep	Shining a light on prostate cancer
7	Sep	Biodiesel bike departs on eco trip around nation
7	Sep	Facing up to our moral responsibilities
7	Sep	Showgoers support cerebral palsy research
4	Sep	Adelaide researcher wins national diabetes award
3	Sep	Students take lead role at Royal Adelaide Show
3	Sep	Trinity of choirs for cathedral concert
2	Sep	Inexperience a key factor in youth crashes
1	Sep	New treatment for the chronically depressed

August 2009

27	Aug	Roseworthy Campus gears up for Open Day
26	Aug	National search for proteins that cause MS
26	Aug	New cancer study looks at impacts on families
26	Aug	Uni of Adelaide's $250 million research investment
26	Aug	Myth-busting for future first generation of uni students
25	Aug	World's last great forest under threat: new study
24	Aug	China economic experts at business forum
21	Aug	Adelaide researchers dominate science awards
20	Aug	Australians help to "listen" for Big Bang
20	Aug	Healthcare workers focus on alcohol and drugs
17	Aug	Adelaide research named among nation's best
17	Aug	What right does government have to intervene in law?
13	Aug	University statue takes a walk... to promote Open Day
10	Aug	Bill of rights under debate at conference this week
10	Aug	Rebuild habitats or lose local birds: ecologist
6	Aug	Planning strategies needed to protect food sources

July 2009

29	Jul	Adelaide Unicare wins $7.5 million for health clinic
29	Jul	Jazz maestro coming to Elder Hall
28	Jul	New study to test contraceptive patches
22	Jul	Coorong's future helped by new science
22	Jul	New road measures needed to curb fatalities
14	Jul	Saving the River Murray - with less water
14	Jul	Water initiatives help restore Adelaide's kelp forests
13	Jul	Australia can power the world says scientist
13	Jul	Non-drug comfort for children having operations
9	Jul	Adelaide Uni hosts Chinese speaking competition
8	Jul	National citations for outstanding teaching
8	Jul	Scientists closer to developing salt-tolerant crops
7	Jul	New treatment options for epileptics
3	Jul	Infertile couples encouraged to look at lifestyle
1	Jul	Scientists 'rebuild' giant moa using ancient DNA

June 2009

30	Jun	Oral health centre has focus on disease as a whole
26	Jun	Outstanding talent for new Elder Hall concert season
26	Jun	Platypus link to ovarian cancer
25	Jun	Coastal and river dwellers at risk of melanoma
22	Jun	Australian Laureate Fellow for Uni of Adelaide
19	Jun	Young offenders' health critical to rehabilitation
17	Jun	Adelaide physicist wins national Science honour
16	Jun	Water on tap: the rush to find new sources
15	Jun	Brain challenge for state's brainiest kids
11	Jun	What can we learn from an Italian republic?
11	Jun	Uni researchers working to curb State's road toll
10	Jun	Determining our children's future health
10	Jun	Life looks different through a Gothic lens
9	Jun	Radiation from the stars sheds "light" on universe
4	Jun	University pays tribute to its volunteers
3	Jun	The future of Australia's economy is green
2	Jun	$1.6 million for new geothermal energy centre
1	Jun	$5 million funding boost for research facility

May 2009

29	May	Uni responds to changing face of rural sector
29	May	3D modelling software may be 'the next big thing'
29	May	University flags fly spirit of reconciliation
28	May	$2.9 million for new collaborative research
28	May	Seminars focus on conflict in the modern era
27	May	Black and white views on reconciliation
22	May	Adelaide professor is national leader in learning, teaching
20	May	University residence for American novelist
19	May	French horn student attends unforgettable study tour
14	May	2009 Jazz Awards celebrate SA's jazz culture
14	May	Uni welcomes State's $200m for health research
13	May	Older, poorer and obese at risk of chronic disease
12	May	Uni reports continuing surplus in tough times
12	May	Green energy focus of new research centre
11	May	Ex-service personnel sought for health study
11	May	Developing a genetic test for pregnancy risks
11	May	World-class $25m "super greenhouse" underway at Waite
7	May	Rural networks may hold key to men's happiness
6	May	Music masterclasses not just for students
6	May	Rising stars of music to shine at night
4	May	The Weekend Australian puts spotlight on Adelaide scientists
4	May	Flagship building reaches major construction milestone
1	May	Innovation is focus of University of Adelaide events

April 2009

30	Apr	Road crash research to impact on public
29	Apr	Online music journal gets global launch in Adelaide
24	Apr	How one cow will change the world's food supply
23	Apr	Singapore develops a passion for sport
23	Apr	Singapore identity receives honorary doctorate
22	Apr	Research team wins funds to unravel a DNA mystery
22	Apr	High flying Singapore woman will address graduands
21	Apr	Mawson event celebrates 100 years of Antarctic endeavour
21	Apr	Survey finds women turning to untested HRT alternatives
20	Apr	Singapore sports experts get down to business
15	Apr	Scholarships to aid healthy development
14	Apr	Global financial crisis draws capacity crowd to Research Tuesday
8	Apr	Dawkins key speaker at China investment forum
7	Apr	Joint call from uni, students and staff on student income support
6	Apr	Stop the aliens invading says biologist
2	Apr	Fulbright South Australia Scholarship launched
2	Apr	Human rights in China - free public lecture

March 2009

26	Mar	Construction starts on State's first vet school
24	Mar	Marine expert applauds stormwater harvest funds
24	Mar	Predicting mosquito outbreaks for disease control
24	Mar	Uni welcomes government support for Glenthorne
19	Mar	Tune up with men's health
18	Mar	Russian pianist set to thrill Adelaide audiences
18	Mar	Vice-Chancellor hosts political alumni event
16	Mar	University takes greater role in school Chinese studies
10	Mar	Advancing health across generations
10	Mar	War crimes prosecutor visits Adelaide
6	Mar	Apathy plus speed is a deadly combination
4	Mar	Genetic study finds treasure trove of new lizards
3	Mar	SA Water doubles its scholarships in 2009
2	Mar	School students get cheeky for cerebral palsy research
1	Mar	Health treatments should be tested: experts

February 2009

27	Feb	Adelaide engineering student wins ABC scholarship
24	Feb	Do Australian wines lack a sense of place?
23	Feb	Outstanding students in scholarship ceremony
23	Feb	Adelaide joins with Google to provide better student email
23	Feb	Donate your body to medical science
19	Feb	University welcomes decision to retain RAH name
18	Feb	Uni of Adelaide joins national mining program
17	Feb	Public lecture: do "blokes" still call the shots?
16	Feb	Construction begins on State's first Vet School
16	Feb	Global effort to extract more oil and gas
13	Feb	Cancer researchers trial new treatments
12	Feb	Exploding the myth of male menopause
12	Feb	How can we help country people with diabetes?
9	Feb	Ancient DNA providing answers for tomorrow
9	Feb	Anthrax expert speaks at Adelaide conference
6	Feb	University awarded $12.8 million for research
6	Feb	$1.85 million reward for teaching performance
6	Feb	Make a lunchtime date in Elder Hall
6	Feb	Don's Party attracts a full house and the Premier

January 2009

23	Jan	$2 million grant to improve our healthcare system
21	Jan	Magnesium sulphate protects babies against cerebral palsy
21	Jan	Frogs are being eaten to extinction: new study
16	Jan	Cybercrime is focus of Adelaide conference
15	Jan	University taking more students in tight job market
14	Jan	World breakthrough in treating premature babies
13	Jan	On yer bike: cycling is the new mode of transport
12	Jan	Giant bird poo records pre-human New Zealand
9	Jan	New science to revolutionise astronomy