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A major leap forward

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.

World News

Three of our special “foreign correspondents” report back to Lumen to share their stories.

The future of death

Is death still the end? Or does advancing technology provide us, already, with ways to live on?

The future and AI

Our experts respond to your concerns on AI.

A major leap forward

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 future and AI

Our experts respond to your concerns on AI.

From flower fields to deep space

How a backyard daisy is helping to fight cancer.

AI and our University

Artificial intelligence is a significant topic of conversation across our University community.

University net zero

The University of Adelaide is proud to announce that we have achieved net zero emissions across our directly controlled operations.

A matter of life or death

Our researchers seek to improve life from birth to old age.

The future of death

Is death still the end? Or does advancing technology provide us, already, with ways to live on?

The future and AI

Our experts respond to your concerns on AI.

Museum of the future

Discover the future-focused museum, MOD.

Casting the runes

Two prominent alumni futurists tell Lumen, the future is ours to imagine and create.

University net zero

The University of Adelaide is proud to announce that we have achieved net zero emissions across our directly controlled operations.

Lumen readers' prize - Exploring the future issue

Win premium bottles by our alumni winemakers.

On futures passed

An exclusive essay from a literary great.

A new seat of power

Another classic student prank from the 1970s.

Letters to the editor - Exploring the future

Your thoughts and contest entries.

The speed of time

For an athlete, time is often the toughest opponent. Olympian and honoured alum Amber Halliday knows this all too well.

Exploring the future

Tempus fugit. Differing perceptions of time.

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.

Future of movies

Very soon, we can expect hyper-immersive viewing.

On futures passed

An exclusive essay from a literary great.

The speed of time

For an athlete, time is often the toughest opponent. Olympian and honoured alum Amber Halliday knows this all too well.

Time of the crime

The time of death isn't quite as simple as lawyers and 'whodunnit' writers suggest. We take you to the scene of the crime.

A new prank revealed

Another Lumen exclusive!

World News

Three of our special “foreign correspondents” report back to Lumen to share their stories.

Global impact

International partnerships to improve the planet.

News in brief

Uni news — from backyard chickens to lunar rovers.

Farewell to Lumen

Lumen takes its place in our shared history as Adelaide University moves us forward to our future.

World News - The time issue

Profiles of our amazing international alumni.

Celebrating our legacy

Our Chancellor reflects on our past - and future.

The (environmental) future of the planet

Addressing the environmental challenges of our time requires more than awareness — it demands informed action, collaboration, and bold new thinking. In this thought leadership video, University of Adelaide Environment Institute Director Andrew Lowe shares perspectives on environmental change and answers alumni questions about some of the most important issues we face.

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Orangutans and AI

Why movies matter

Rover to help dogs

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From the Newsroom

21

Nov

Biomedical engineer brings innovation and entrepreneurship expertise to Adelaide

Professor Michelle Khine has been appointed as the inaugural Ian and Pamela Wall Chair Professor in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Adelaide. 

20

Nov

International recognition for green ironmaking project

A University of Adelaide-led project which aims to increase the quality of iron ore while reducing emissions has been recognised with an international award.

19

Nov

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.

18

Nov

New technique accurately predicts cannabis crop potency

Researchers at the University of Adelaide, in collaboration with German tech company Compolytics, have developed a non-destructive leaf scanning method that can accurately predict the cannabinoid concentrations of cannabis plants.

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University events

2

Oct

Dynamic Balance Course

Adelaide University Judo Club's upcoming Dynamic Balance Introductory Course commences in October running through to December. If you want to be safer in the instance of a fall this course is designed to lower your risk and improve your balance. Thursday 2 October to Friday 4 December, 11:15 am to 12:15 pm. 34 Phillips Street, Thebarton. $195. More information.

6

Nov

Gestures of Care exhibition

Gestures of Care is an exhibition showcasing creative artworks from a University led ARC Linkage project on one of Australia's most innovative early intervention peer to peer programs, Family by Family.  The artworks are co-created by research participants, artists, composers, animators and anthropologists, demonstrating the power of radical care in vulnerable families and communities. Thursday 6 November to January 30 November, 9 am to 6 pm daily. Kerry Packer Civic Gallery Hawke Building Level 3, UniSA City West Campus. More information.

9

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.

26

Nov

Early and mid career researchers networking: Health and medical

Join your fellow Adelaide University EMCRs in health & medical research to meet the people who could be your next collaborators. With our universities coming together, this is a great chance to get to know future colleagues in your new college or school in a relaxed setting. You'll also get the chance to meet some of the future College of Health leadership, with a Q&A session. Thursday 26 November, 12–2 pm. Bradley Building, Level 8, Morphett street. Register. 

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