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Illegal shark product trade evident in Australia and New Zealand

Research from the University of Adelaide’s School of Biological Sciences and Wildlife Crime Research Hub has highlighted evidence of shark products entering both Australia and Aotearoa/New Zealand, including clear patterns in flows between the two countries.

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World-first highly cave-adapted wasp discovered in Nullarbor Caves

A team of researchers from the University of Adelaide, in collaboration with cavers, has uncovered a large number of eyeless, cave-adapted invertebrates – including spiders, cockroaches, centipedes, and, remarkably, a wasp.

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Sparc Hydrogen pilot plant opening ceremony

A first in green hydrogen reactor technology is being launched today at the University of Adelaide’s Roseworthy campus by Sparc Hydrogen Pty Ltd, a start-up company founded to translate research conducted by Professor Greg Metha. Sparc Hydrogen is a joint venture between Fortescue, Sparc Technologies and the University of Adelaide. Representatives from each partner joined the ceremony.

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Why regulations in plant gene editing are a must

While some scientists argue that agricultural gene editing regulations are overly restrictive, a new paper from the University of Adelaide emphasises the importance of clear regulations to ensure new technologies are used safely and responsibly.

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Real-time study to reveal emerging impacts post COVID

As Australia heads into the winter surge of COVID and influenza cases, University of Adelaide clinicians and colleagues from across the country want to speak to people with cold and flu symptoms for a new study.

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News in brief

University researchers to roll out disaster preparedness project

University of Adelaide researchers will partner in the multi-state rollout of a disaster preparedness model, funded by the federal government.

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Federal funding for child mental health and wellbeing survey

The Federal Government has awarded $8.1 million for the third National Child and Adolescent Survey of Mental Health and Wellbeing which University of Adelaide experts will play a key role in.

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Associate Professor receives national mentorship

University of Adelaide and Robinson Research Institute group leader Associate Professor Zohra Lassi has been awarded a prestigious mentorship.

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Events

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May

Wise and wonderful women exhibition

The exhibition explores the working lives of women academics in South Australian universities from 1970 to 2024. It draws on findings from a Fay Gale Centre project that critically examined historical and biographical reflections of women who worked in Adelaide’s universities. Thursday 15 May to Wednesday 9 July. Ira Raymond Exhibition Room, Barr Smith Library, North Terrace campus. Further information.

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Jun

LOWITJA – A Life of Leadership and Legacy’ exhibition

This exhibition portrays the life and influence of the late Dr Lowitja O’Donoghue AC CBE DSG and will be held at the Kerry Packer Civic Gallery. Wednesday 4 June to Friday 25 July. Kerry Packer Civic Gallery, The Bob Hawke Prime Ministerial Centre, Hawke Building Level 3, UniSA City West Campus. Further information.

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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.

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