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

Lumen
The University's bi-annual alumni magazine.

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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:

Kate Husband
Communications Manager (Media)
work: +61 8 8313 0814
mobile: +61 451 630 969

David Ellis
Media Officer and Editor of the Adelaidean
work: +61 8 8313 5414
mobile +61 421 612 762

Robyn Mills
Media and Corporate Communications Officer
work: +61 8 8313 6341
mobile +61 410 689 084

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January 2011

6	Jan	Adelaide IVF breakthrough to hit the world market
13	Jan	Places still available at uni despite record offers
18	Jan	New company to become leader in algal biofuels
18	Jan	Young doctor at the cutting edge of modern surgery
21	Jan	Asia Pacific crime prevention experts in Adelaide
26	Jan	Australia Day honour for Adelaide health researchers
28	Jan	Making a case for legal argument in Adelaide
31	Jan	Maths applies to the real world
31	Jan	Uni of Adelaide a "powerhouse" of world-class research

February 2011

1	Feb	Frail, aged people needed for nutritional study
2	Feb	Senator Carr helps light up University science
3	Feb	Public lecture: human bond with animals is growing
6	Feb	Indigenous people at risk of bone, muscle pain
17	Feb	Fringe festivities at the Uni of Adelaide
17	Feb	Peter Waite Lecture highlights cutting-edge science
18	Feb	Universal flu vaccine study yields success in mice
25	Feb	Uni of Adelaide gives $2.3 million in scholarships

March 2011

1	Mar	More tests needed for oesophageal cancer patients
2	Mar	Support for NZ uni students affected by earthquake
4	Mar	Defence Minister opens green Uni building
6	Mar	Uni of Adelaide welcomes New Zealand students
9	Mar	Boost for education as Uni expands into Port Augusta
11	Mar	New impact lab for car and pedestrian safety
11	Mar	Identity theft expert wins Fulbright Scholarship
15	Mar	Climate change blog attracts one million hits
15	Mar	University appoints new Deputy Vice-Chancellor
21	Mar	Smorgasbord of talent for Adelaide Cello Festival
22	Mar	Art meets science in JamFactory glass exhibition
24	Mar	New chancellor to address Singapore graduates
25	Mar	Adelaide researchers elected to Academy of Science
28	Mar	Indigenous scholar is Young Achiever of the Year
31	Mar	Surgeons announce new advance for sinus sufferers

April 2011

7	Apr	Scientists have new measure for species threat
12	Apr	$1.7 million to help new parents cope
12	Apr	University of Adelaide celebrates graduation
14	Apr	Dental health system failing Australian children
14	Apr	Jazzing it up for a soulful twist
15	Apr	Poker machine revenues hurt by smoking bans, financial crisis
18	Apr	Couples sought for pregnancy risk study
19	Apr	Peppermint earns respect in mainstream medicine
28	Apr	Abortion parasite found in SA cattle herds
28	Apr	All that jazz and some classic acts at Elder Hall

May 2011

4	May	Evolutionary lessons for wind farm efficiency
6	May	Uni of Adelaide wants to become Fair Trade university
13	May	Law Week: public debate on Facebook age ban
13	May	Aspirations in agriculture boosted by industry
16	May	Uni researchers win Premier's Science and Research funding
17	May	Greenhouse ocean study offers warning for future
18	May	Tomatoes may help ward off heart disease
19	May	Impact of globalisation on wine markets
19	May	NZ earthquake survivors embrace university experience
25	May	New lab will help identify causes of brain cancer
25	May	Exploring the laws of the Universe
26	May	Adelaide scientist shines new light on Europe
31	May	Firm up medical numbers, urges new president
31	May	$4.3 million boost to industry-linked research

June 2011

1	Jun	Ross Garnaut climate change event in Adelaide
1	Jun	Noise research to combat 'wind turbine syndrome'
2	Jun	Creating a virtual community for wine lovers
7	Jun	Potential treatment for deadly E. coli disease
8	Jun	University turns in a solid operating performance
9	Jun	Uni recognised for sustainability commitment
9	Jun	How diving bell spiders can breathe under water
10	Jun	Universe holds more mysteries for us
10	Jun	Playford North GP Super Clinic opens
17	Jun	Imaging cereals for increased crop yields
21	Jun	Social isolation a critical issue facing our elderly
23	Jun	Public lecture: How Green is the Universe?
27	Jun	Recognition for outstanding teaching
28	Jun	Metal particle generates new hope for H₂ energy
29	Jun	Uni VC to retire after a decade of outstanding leadership
30	Jun	New fossils provide evidence of powerful eyes
30	Jun	Using DNA in fight against illegal logging

July 2011

2	Jul	Uni of Adelaide farewells Christchurch students
5	Jul	The lowdown on the health of Australian men
6	Jul	IVF 'vanishing twin' linked with birth defects
8	Jul	Long-term smokers protected against osteoarthritis
8	Jul	Holes in fossil bones reveal dinosaur activity
11	Jul	Mining the sun for renewable energy: lecture
11	Jul	Live export issue requires real change
12	Jul	Study to examine impact of diabetes on life quality
14	Jul	New music ensemble pays tribute to Percy Grainger
14	Jul	Global outlook on oral health challenges for 21st century
15	Jul	TAFE SA links with universities in state-wide collaboration
19	Jul	Elder Hall lunchtime concerts celebrate 20 years
20	Jul	Uni of Adelaide appoints new Professions Dean
27	Jul	National Icons Award finalists in roadshow
29	Jul	Business programs accredited by top US association

August 2011

4	Aug	University has six finalists in Tall Poppy awards
9	Aug	Sport, industry boost from new wind tunnel
10	Aug	Final national tour for two ASQ members
12	Aug	Eureka nominations for Adelaide researchers
16	Aug	New research links obesity with heart rhythm disorder
16	Aug	Human health, biofuels to grow from plant research centre
19	Aug	Open Day not just for potential students
22	Aug	Scholarships awarded to women in science
26	Aug	Five researchers named Tall Poppy Award winners
30	Aug	Adelaide graduate is new Singapore President
31	Aug	Boosting educational outcomes in Adelaide's north

September 2011

5	Sep	Medical students head north to gain insight into rural life
6	Sep	Federal recognition for Adelaide's native title expertise
7	Sep	$2.2 million uni dental clinic to open in Whyalla
8	Sep	New-look Australian String Quartet revealed
12	Sep	Political forum will discuss Gillard Government 'one year on'
12	Sep	New research to help stroke patients who can't swallow
15	Sep	No substitute for untouched tropical forests
16	Sep	Indigenous education gap is widening
16	Sep	Physicist wins researcher of the year award
16	Sep	ASIO head giving University law lecture
21	Sep	Fostering new ideas with Corporate eChallenge
23	Sep	Graduation honour for former Chancellor
29	Sep	Drunk behaviour - a question of immunity

October 2011

5	Oct	Women with PCOS have family heart disease link
5	Oct	Musical Odyssey for Elder Hall Finale
6	Oct	Engineering boost for sports performance
13	Oct	University awarded 105th Rhodes Scholar
14	Oct	Science Excellence Awards finalists announced
14	Oct	New learning hub for Uni of Adelaide students
17	Oct	Record $44.8 million health funding for Uni of Adelaide
20	Oct	Platypus helps shed new light on mammalian evolution
24	Oct	Autoimmune breakthrough kicks off Research Week
26	Oct	Astronaut Andy Thomas to launch Research Week
27	Oct	Aboriginal Law Program offers pathway to study
28	Oct	Burns researcher wins Young Investigator of the Year
31	Oct	Should agriculture be exempt from greenhouse gas reduction schemes?
31	Oct	Uni of Adelaide is a workplace safety champion

November 2011

1	Nov	$15.3 million research win for University of Adelaide
3	Nov	Social media could be critical to a healthy society
4	Nov	Peter Langridge is Scientist of the Year
4	Nov	JM Coetzee is SA of the Year Arts winner
7	Nov	Tradies smartphone app wins ZEN eChallenge
8	Nov	$450,000 Research Fellowship for healthy hearts
10	Nov	Uni of Adelaide appoints new International Head
14	Nov	New centre will tackle housing stress in Australia
14	Nov	$10 million funding win for Adelaide researchers
28	Nov	DNA barcoding conference comes to Adelaide
28	Nov	Top medical teaching is an art
29	Nov	New thinking required on wildlife disease

December 2011

1	Dec	Green fuel project has benefits for industry
2	Dec	Adelaide Vice-Chancellor awarded Honorary AO
5	Dec	Dental Head awarded global prize
6	Dec	Adelaide researchers win Academy of Science awards
7	Dec	A mother's touch may protect against drug cravings
8	Dec	World's first super predator had remarkable vision
12	Dec	Hundreds of threatened species not on official US list
13	Dec	Male cancer patients turn to alternative treatments
14	Dec	Should we better prepare for earthquakes?
15	Dec	New unit to tackle Australia's 'silent epidemic'
15	Dec	Double degrees offered with French, German universities
16	Dec	New Vet School Head to lead Equine Centre development
19	Dec	New personalised treatment options for cancer
20	Dec	International recognition for Environment Professor
20	Dec	MBA the right tool to seize 'Asian century' opportunities

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