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5 June 2026
Who shapes our future? Landmark network gives Australia a seat at the global table
Now, a new UNESCO university network co-founded by Adelaide University is working to ensure more diverse voices contribute to these conversations – and that Australia has a seat at the table. The UNESCO UNITWIN Network on Education, Epistemic Justice and the Knowledge Commons (EpiNet) will support international research collaborations, policy engagement, teaching, student exchanges and knowledge-sh...
New way to reverse frailty in older South Australians
A personalised, online intervention is helping older South Australians reverse their risk of becoming frail in years to come by encouraging them to adopt healthier lifestyles. 60 residents over the age of 60 were involved in the Adelaide University trial, which gave half of participants access to a web platform containing evidence-based health and lifestyle advice tailored to their needs. Their out...
App to strengthen market intuition wins Tech eChallenge
A web app that helps students and young professionals understand how real-world events can affect financial markets has taken out the top prize in Adelaide University’s Tech eChallenge program. Created by students Oliver Snoad, Tobias Cazzolato, Dular Desai and Matthew Fuhlbohm, Predikted turns news into an interactive learning experience. The app presents users with curated stories and challenges ...
The silent killer: Up to half of life-threatening kidney disease cases remain undiagnosed
This significant finding is laid out in a landmark series of research papers, published in The Lancet today. Researchers are now calling for a renewed focus on CKD diagnosis and treatments.
Time for a re-think of long-term antidepressant use
Fresh concerns have been raised over long-term use of antidepressants, with a new summary of evidence revealing limited benefits and higher health risks, prompting calls for treatment reviews every six months. Researchers from Adelaide University and The University of Queensland were involved in the clinical overview, which has been published in the Australian Journal of General Practice.
