Lumen

A matter of life or death

Life is short. Three words used widely as a call to action to live large and unashamedly take opportunities. It’s also a statement of fact, and for researchers, a never-ending challenge to find new ways to push healthy boundaries at both ends of human life.

Lumen readers' prize - The time issue

Your chance to win wine and books.

Exclusive event: Lumen Live! The FJ and the footbridge

Meet the people behind the iconic Uni prank.

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.

News in brief - The time issue

The true origins of Stonehenge - just one of the thousands of media stories generated by the University of Adelaide receiving international attention.

The music between the notes

Anna Goldsworthy writes for Lumen on how an ageing metronome still links her to her past.

A matter of life or death

Life is short. Three words used widely as a call to action to live large and unashamedly take opportunities. It’s also a statement of fact, and for researchers, a never-ending challenge to find new ways to push healthy boundaries at both ends of human life.

The (non?)existence and (un?)importance of time

A philosopher and a physicist debate time.

Wine o'clock

In the vineyards and winery on the Waite campus, time is more than a concept: it’s a vital component of grape growing and winemaking.

Australian comedy as an agent of change

Exploring comedy's power to change ideas.

Rebooting the Muse

Examining how the arts can recover from Covid.

News in brief - Spring 2024

Making news around the world.

Exclusive event: Lumen Live! The FJ and the footbridge

Meet the people behind the iconic Uni prank.

The music between the notes

Anna Goldsworthy writes for Lumen on how an ageing metronome still links her to her past.

Reel time at the movies

Our movie critic explores movies and time.

The backfire of time

A new novel by a literary legend.

Wine o'clock

In the vineyards and winery on the Waite campus, time is more than a concept: it’s a vital component of grape growing and winemaking.

A new prank revealed

Another Lumen exclusive!

Lumen readers' prize - The time issue

Your chance to win wine and books.

The speed of time

For an athlete, time is often the toughest opponent. Olympian and honoured alum Amber Halliday knows this all too well. As one of the world’s best rowers, her challenge wasn’t only how to shave milliseconds off the clock, but also how to find the time to train. 

The student and the centenarian

Tempus fugit. Differing perceptions of time.

World News - The time issue

Profiles of our amazing international alumni.

Letters to the editor - The time issue

Our readers share their stories - and prize winning contest entries.

A legacy across time

Our donors of the past would surely be amazed to see their gifts continuing to have impact a century or more later.

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.

The speed of time

For an athlete, time is often the toughest opponent. Olympian and honoured alum Amber Halliday knows this all too well. As one of the world’s best rowers, her challenge wasn’t only how to shave milliseconds off the clock, but also how to find the time to train. 

A new prank revealed

Another Lumen exclusive!

Mystery solved!

It has been one of Adelaide’s great unsolved mysteries for more than 50 years: just how did an FJ Holden end up dangling from the Uni footbridge above the River Torrens in 1971?

The art of creation

In this edition of Lumen we celebrate all things creative. Art, music, theatre, comedy, literature, research, teaching and volunteers. Plus we unveil a new artwork created by noted Australian artist and alum Peter Drew.

A history begun audaciously, continued boldly

Our new look Lumen shares the personal stories of students, staff and alumni – and how our University continues to change lives. Guest “history editor” Keith Conlon explores our past, and how our State and our University have grown together.

News in brief - The time issue

The true origins of Stonehenge - just one of the thousands of media stories generated by the University of Adelaide receiving international attention.

World News - The time issue

Profiles of our amazing international alumni.

Celebrating our legacy

Our Chancellor reflects on our past - and future.

World News - Spring 2024

Three alumni share how their extraordinary talents have taken them around the world.

News in brief - Spring 2024

Making news around the world.

Creating a new university

The making of a modern university.

A new prank revealed. Another Lumen exclusive!

 

 

A new prank revealed. Another Lumen exclusive!

A life-size mannequin hanging from the Elder Hall tower. Footsteps leading from the VC’s house. A pirate flag unfurled atop Bonython Hall. A 70-year-old whodunit? Lumen reveals all.

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From the Newsroom

29

Jul

Kākāpō decline reveals threat of parasite coextinction

Researchers from the University of Adelaide, New Zealand’s Manaaki Whenua-Landcare Research and University of Auckland have discovered that more than 80 per cent of parasites detected in kākāpō poo prior to the 1990s are no longer present in contemporary populations.

28

Jul

Fellows advance immunotherapy and tumour inflammation research

The University of Adelaide’s South Australian immunoGENomics Cancer Institute (SAiGENCI) has welcomed two new researchers through a fellowship program funded by the Ainsworth Foundation.

28

Jul

Tropical fishes on the move survive better with temperate neighbours

As tropical fishes colonise new habitats in temperate oceans, made available to them because of ocean warming, researchers have found that those who shoal alongside neighbours that are native to the area learn behaviours that help them thrive.

28

Jul

Food waste is a problem in hospitals and aged care facilities, but there’s a solution

Hospitals and aged care facilities are significant contributors to food waste in Australia, but are uniquely positioned to drive change across the broader food service sector, according to new research.

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University events

31

Jul

2025 Three Minute Thesis Faculty Finals

Experience big ideas in just 3 minutes. Join us for the 3MT Faculty Finals across ABLE, HMS, and SET faculties where graduate researchers showcase their work in clear, compelling three-minute talks. Help choose the People’s Choice Winner and celebrate the finalists advancing to the University 3MT competition. Thursday 31 July to Thursday 7 August, various times and locations. Register.

31

Jul

Behind the Bottle: Essential Varietals

Explore some of the exciting wines on the Taikunthi menu at the Behind the Bottle series. This month, explore Essential Varietals featuring wines from Yalumba, Torbreck and Majella. Thursday 31 July, 3.30–5.30pm. Taikunthi Restaurant, Level 5 Union House.

1

Aug

The Watsons

The Watsons is a clever, funny play that starts as a classic Austen romance before twisting into something wildly unexpected. Modern day author meets old fashioned characters. The Watsons playfully explores identity, free will, and who really gets to control the story. Friday 1 August to Sunday 10 August. Various times. Tickets.

1

Aug

School of Psychology research seminar

Dr Sabrina Sghirripa (School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences) will present her research on cognition, ageing and lifetime experiences that build cognitive reserve. Friday 1 August, 1–2 pm. Room 526, level 5, Hughes building, North Terrace campus and online. Register.

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