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Children with cognitive disabilities missing in NDIS data
According to recent figures, about 250,000 children under the age of 15 participate in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
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Distinguished recognition for outstanding alumni
The University of Adelaide celebrated nine members of its alumni community at the annual Distinguished Alumni Awards.
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Glazed facades heating up outdoor environments
While much is known about the impact of glazed facades on indoor thermal temperatures and energy efficiency, University of Adelaide researchers are exploring its effect on outdoor conditions.
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University motorsport team engineers F1-ready students
Students from the University of Adelaide will compete with their very own Formula-style open-wheeled car this week during Formula SAE-A, the world’s largest student engineering competition.
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Applications open for wine business and tourism program
South Australian wine tourism owners and managers are encouraged to apply for the next round of an educational program designed to deepen wine, business and tourism knowledge, helping the sector prepare for future challenges.
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University’s role model researchers recognised
Two University of Adelaide researchers have been recognised as Positive Role Models for South Australians on International Men’s Day.
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Preventing malnutrition in people with blood cancer
New research from the University of Adelaide has delivered new insights into the way nutrients are provided for people with blood cancer to ensure they maintain adequate nutrition during treatment.
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Men’s health: What we know and where to next?
A public symposium will explore the important and sometimes surprising findings from two of Australia's most comprehensive male cohort studies.
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09 Nov
ImmigrAction: A visual journey of migration and health
The ImmigrAction Photo Exhibition explores the lived experiences of newly arrived Brazilian migrants in Adelaide through their own eyes - and their own lenses. This exhibition is the outcome of the research project: “Bridging cultures: Understanding Brazilian migrant perspectives in Adelaide – A Photovoice study”. Sunday 9 November to Friday 16 November, 10 am to 5 pm. Migration Museum Chapel, 82 Kintore Avenue, Adelaide. 10 Dec Adelaide University Sport & Fitness’ Summer School Holiday Program is back. From team sports and outdoor adventures to crafts and creative games, kids will enjoy the perfect mix of active fun and relaxed downtime in a safe, supportive environment led by qualified coaches and facilitators. Receive 15% off your booking by using the code: UoAStaff15. Wednesday 10 December to Friday 23 December, 9 am to 5 pm daily. Park 10 - Graduates Oval Clubhouse, 155 McKinnon Parade, North Adelaide. More information.
Lumen
Sometimes the kindest thing we can do for animals under our care is to leave them alone. This is particularly true for some of the animals in our zoos where the future of wildlife conservation is going hi-tech.
The (environmental) future of the planet
Answering your environmental concerns. Special Lumen feature: Director of the Environment Institute Andy Lowe explores some of the work being done by the University and its communities for our future.
Lumen readers' prize - Exploring the future issue
Win premium bottles by our alumni winemakers.
Three of our special “foreign correspondents” report back to Lumen to share their stories.
Is death still the end? Or does advancing technology provide us, already, with ways to live on?