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

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The University's bi-annual alumni magazine.

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work: +61 8 8313 0814
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January 2006

9	Jan	Students win in Sports Hub expansion
9	Jan	Modern tools for students at one of our oldest universities
10	Jan	Viral Infection at birth linked to cerebral palsy
12	Jan	Uni scoops prestigious Asian scholarships
18	Jan	Adelaide offers more SA students places in Medicine
20	Jan	REMEMBER pilot study shows early HRT helps memory
23	Jan	Andy Thomas scholarship winner is flying high
24	Jan	University of Adelaide welcomes new Education Minister
30	Jan	Low-carb and low GI dieters - we're talking to you!
31	Jan	Closing date nears for Place in the World art prize

February 2006

1	Feb	Adelaide wins contract from $231 billlion fund
2	Feb	Village boosts student accommodation
6	Feb	Second round offers for Medicine
6	Feb	State election: the week ahead (Feb. 6-12)
8	Feb	Anxiety and depression clinic opens
9	Feb	University researcher in lost world discovery
13	Feb	State election: the week ahead (Feb 13-19)
16	Feb	Asthma sufferers twice as likely to have other diseases
16	Feb	Reproductive health researchers develop infertility drug technology
16	Feb	$3 million cancer research centre opens
16	Feb	More uni places for SA medical students
17	Feb	A rainbow connection for campus access
20	Feb	State election: the week ahead (Feb 20-26)
22	Feb	University of Adelaide is Employer of Choice for Women
23	Feb	Upbringing a major factor on family size
24	Feb	Nick ensures Fringe goes off with a bang
27	Feb	New Director to build on international success
27	Feb	Radio Adelaide's Best of the Fest
27	Feb	State election: the week ahead (Feb 27-Mar 5)
27	Feb	Fringe Magnet to attract big crowds
28	Feb	Uni congratulates new Chief Scientist
28	Feb	A bitter fact to swallow: we're wine novices

March 2006

2	Mar	European expert helps build industry links
3	Mar	Government to fund new Climate Change Research Unit
3	Mar	Lord Robert Winston at world fertility congress
6	Mar	Voters swayed by negative political messages
6	Mar	State election: the week ahead (March 6-12)
6	Mar	Uni research to slow age-related diseases
7	Mar	Major SA contribution to reproductive health
7	Mar	Live Womad coverage to reach one million listeners
14	Mar	SA Election: less than a week to go
16	Mar	Adelaide a world leader in brain research
17	Mar	SA election: a final prediction
20	Mar	Significant implications for Legislative Council
20	Mar	Victory for Labor and Xenophon
20	Mar	Adelaide gets down to business
23	Mar	Two new barley varieties to boost industry
24	Mar	Commonwealth Focus to move to Adelaide
27	Mar	Tertiary qualification opens doors for overseas travel
27	Mar	University Futures - a global summit for Commonwealth university leaders
27	Mar	State's most infamous trial under spotlight
28	Mar	University of Adelaide heritage precinct launched
29	Mar	Industry leaders to help transform media education
29	Mar	How a passion for numbers is assisting fertility

April 2006

4	Apr	Adelaide student wins US scholarship
4	Apr	Students launch biodiesel motorbike project
5	Apr	It's nothing but rhythm as Nick goes national
5	Apr	Exhibition pays tribute to early academic explorers
7	Apr	University leaders gather to discuss global issues
10	Apr	Universities must work together for the benefit of all
10	Apr	Nobel laureate presents student art prize
10	Apr	Universities must be agents of social transformation
10	Apr	Living history at the University of Adelaide
10	Apr	Hat trick for University of Adelaide achievers
10	Apr	Universities urged to do more to fight HIV/AIDS
11	Apr	Fundraise to add value to universities
12	Apr	Global participation the challenge for higher education
12	Apr	University welcomes medical funding boost
13	Apr	Spotlight on improving health care systems
13	Apr	Students get Vice-Chancellor into high gear!
19	Apr	Research puts something extra in your grapes
20	Apr	Immunisation experts gather to discuss vaccine status
22	Apr	Prominent Singapore alumni speak at graduation ceremonies
23	Apr	Malaysian graduates urged to aim high
23	Apr	Forensic dentist helps to identify bodies
27	Apr	Entrepreneurs: the University of Adelaide wants you!
27	Apr	Computers smart choice in schools
28	Apr	Vitamins C & E do not prevent pregnancy problems: study
30	Apr	Hong Kong pathologist plays down bird flu fears

May 2006

1	May	Helping GPs in the fight against obesity
1	May	Passing of Emeritus Professor Kevin Marjoribanks
1	May	Uni wants 40 more medical places
2	May	Adelaide signs historic agreement with Tsinghua
3	May	Barr Smith Library appeals to donors
3	May	Historic chapter in university's history
3	May	Acupuncture benefits for IVF fertility
4	May	Fear of dentist linked with age, sex and socio-economics
8	May	Spiritual artist exhibits his work at Barr Smith Library
9	May	Adelaide welcomes skilled migration changes
11	May	University of Adelaide welcomes research funds
12	May	Diving insect regulates buoyancy: world first
16	May	It's no urban myth - gardens are good for us
16	May	The big debate: Australia's population
17	May	Innovative plan to lift university participation
17	May	Roseworthy explores feasibility of state's first vet school
17	May	Physicist makes headway on aggressive tumours
18	May	Uni hosts guided tours for History Week
18	May	Visual feast for digital animation fans
18	May	Talented flute student wins US scholarship
18	May	Public forum on new terror laws
19	May	Commodities boom presents a challenge
22	May	Call for action on cerebral palsy litigation
22	May	Media students provide creative input for new university campaign
24	May	Rural students urged to study medicine
24	May	Seniors stepping in to raise grandchildren
26	May	Handshake imprints for reconciliation sculpture
29	May	South Australian violin's homecoming
30	May	New research cluster an Australian first
30	May	Architect of change for University of Adelaide
30	May	Adelaide leads the way in new generation optical fibres
31	May	New anti-diabetic drug in university study
31	May	Australia's ugliest sheep to 'outspin' synthetics

June 2006

2	Jun	Leading fertility clinic changes hands
2	Jun	Turning research into reality
2	Jun	Wine industry opens its doors to schools
2	Jun	University appoints Deputy Vice-Chancellor
5	Jun	Uni records strong financial result
5	Jun	Student services continue at University of Adelaide
6	Jun	New gliding possum species detected in SA
6	Jun	Free public seminar on polycystic ovary syndrome
9	Jun	Don't give up on East Timor: trade expert
9	Jun	Repeat steroids reduces breathing problems in premature babies
13	Jun	Queen's birthday honour for Deputy VC (Research)
14	Jun	Small business to benefit from University grant
15	Jun	Water policy expert takes on new project
16	Jun	Scholarship students bound for Asia
19	Jun	University to host 300 media delegates
21	Jun	David Hicks attorney to give public lecture
21	Jun	The future for mineral exploration in southern Australia
23	Jun	Wine faculty toasts a new professor
23	Jun	Head of Obstetrics awarded CBE
26	Jun	Top State award for biomedical innovation
26	Jun	Science meets art in stem cell exhibition
28	Jun	Composers win major SA awards
28	Jun	Babies in intensive care: when is enough enough?

July 2006

4	Jul	Celebrating the French Connection
4	Jul	Nuclear test study rules out radiation link
4	Jul	Adelaide stakes its mining education claim
4	Jul	Adelaide Zoo strengthens ties with University
6	Jul	Environmental focus for US academics
11	Jul	Virus disease experts in Adelaide
11	Jul	Mapping the health of South Australians
12	Jul	Adelaide lecturers among nation's best
14	Jul	University wins 40 extra medical places
14	Jul	Major boost for health disciplines
19	Jul	New book outlines the challenge for mankind
20	Jul	Concerts return after winter break
21	Jul	Hypothetical energy crisis for think tank forum
21	Jul	Bioterrorism expert to lecture at University
21	Jul	New natural contraceptive pill being trialled
24	Jul	Extra places awarded to Adelaide
25	Jul	New fund launched to support Roseworthy
25	Jul	New ranking puts Adelaide in elite class
26	Jul	Nobel Laureate to deliver 2006 Florey Lecture
26	Jul	Scientists discover ancient marine reptiles
26	Jul	Trade talks collapse - what now for Australian business?
26	Jul	Monro named among top 10 young scientists
27	Jul	Psychotherapy and cancer: new study and call for volunteers
27	Jul	Raising money for a healthy cause
28	Jul	Academics make the grade
28	Jul	Graduation award for Nobel laureate
31	Jul	Nation's best legal minds to meet in Adelaide

August 2006

2	Aug	University of Adelaide tops nation for further study
3	Aug	International students flock to Adelaide
3	Aug	Science researchers stand tall
11	Aug	University uses artists for early Open Day community impact
14	Aug	What is our culture worth? Ask David Throsby
15	Aug	Reminiscing about world health breakthroughs
15	Aug	Minister launches new mining degree
16	Aug	Five star result from Good Universities Guide
16	Aug	Three continents collide to create Australia
16	Aug	Action-packed Open Day for University
17	Aug	An education to whet the taste buds
18	Aug	It's all science to this computing genius
18	Aug	Two new Executive Deans at Uni of Adelaide
21	Aug	Elderly put independence ahead of safety
21	Aug	Brain swelling key to reducing stroke fatalities
22	Aug	Premier to open world-leading ancient DNA research unit
24	Aug	McWha to stay as Vice-Chancellor until 2012
25	Aug	Community radio audiences booming
26	Aug	Students urge school leavers to study at uni
28	Aug	Video cameras learn from insect eyes
29	Aug	Ecologist wins Premier's science award
29	Aug	New research cluster aims to protect the Coorong
30	Aug	New study to examine children's lead levels
31	Aug	Fertility expert awarded for innovating IVF procedure

September 2006

4	Sep	Biodiesel bike on display at Adelaide Show
4	Sep	New clue to world's tiniest particles
5	Sep	Multi-million dollar global research project to survey useful wasps
6	Sep	Israeli scholar to lecture on Middle East
12	Sep	Intelligence experts to discuss Asia-Pacific
13	Sep	Wanted: Australia's commitment to indigenous human rights
15	Sep	Metal bull bars are bad news for pedestrians
18	Sep	Western region students helped to think big
19	Sep	Uni marketing campaign makes impact on awards
20	Sep	Adelaide book wins top zoological prize
21	Sep	Is 'molecular misreading' the key to Alzheimer's?
25	Sep	Avoidable deaths falling but still high
25	Sep	University gets down to business
26	Sep	University reviews medical program
26	Sep	Students benefit from new TAFE sector deal
27	Sep	Super courses the first of their kind
27	Sep	$542,000 boost for bioscience labs
28	Sep	Carrick Fellowship to University Professor
28	Sep	Obesity a major cause of infertility

October 2006

3	Oct	Petro Georgiou to speak at University
4	Oct	Adelaide wins Uni Games honour
5	Oct	Scientists make world breakthrough
5	Oct	Wind orchestra tribute to William
6	Oct	Sad loss for the University and SA
10	Oct	New centre for world leading research
11	Oct	ARC results: Adelaide wins $12 million for new research
13	Oct	Postgrad students honour uni staff
16	Oct	$35 million confirms Uni's reputation
19	Oct	A thinker in our midst
19	Oct	100th Rhodes Scholar for Adelaide
19	Oct	$1 million worth of new uni scholarships
23	Oct	Trading on the future of our environment
24	Oct	Alternative fuels vehicles to spark interest
25	Oct	Strategy to boost indigenous employment
26	Oct	The good oil on Adelaide's expertise
26	Oct	Robotic vine pruner wins Entrepreneurs' Challenge
30	Oct	Does complaining about workplace bullying help?
31	Oct	Take heart, here's some good news
31	Oct	Strong legal case for role in global warming
31	Oct	New Pro Vice-Chancellor to focus on learning and quality

November 2006

3	Nov	Cerebral palsy researcher wins Young Investigator Award
8	Nov	Gold stars for MBA program
9	Nov	Are we ready for a mass evacuation?
9	Nov	Julie Bishop tours Roseworthy
15	Nov	New pathway into professional psychology
15	Nov	Longer life for gas and petroleum pipelines
16	Nov	Festival time at University's Waite Campus
20	Nov	SA defence degree a national first
21	Nov	Architectural scientists debate future for built environment
21	Nov	University to re-enact 1906 statue unveiling
22	Nov	Cellist stars in concert finale
22	Nov	New centre targets defence communication
22	Nov	Award lauds urban design projects
27	Nov	$15 million for world-class biotech facility
27	Nov	SA government adds $10 million to biotech facility
28	Nov	Engineering lecturer wins national teaching prize
30	Nov	Barmy trumpet has place at Ashes battleground

December 2006

1	Dec	Jazz pianist gets her big break at Musicoz
4	Dec	Round-the-clock computer lounge opens
7	Dec	Advanced microanalysis for Adelaide
7	Dec	Uni of Adelaide funded for teaching excellence
8	Dec	Omega-3 study on brain function wins award
8	Dec	Integrated alumni model adopted
13	Dec	Monash Awards to Adelaide graduates
13	Dec	We're telling porkies about our weight
13	Dec	Andy Thomas to address graduating students
13	Dec	Uni has no peer in mentor program
15	Dec	Champion of the underdog awarded honorary doctorate
15	Dec	Fossil discovery turns scientific theory on its head
18	Dec	Students across state nominated for scholarships
19	Dec	Former Zoo boss honoured by Uni of Adelaide
19	Dec	New grant is good news for electronics industry
20	Dec	Astronaut Andy Thomas receives honorary degree
22	Dec	$10,000 scholarships for 20 top students

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