Research Tuesdays: The maternal microbiome

Complications such as preterm birth and miscarriage affect thousands of Australian families every year. Worldwide, preterm birth is the leading cause of infant death.

Form and function: unravelling mechanisms driving early life microbiome responses

In this talk, Professor Hall will explore the role of probiotics in supporting microbiome development in preterm infants, highlighting evidence from their studies showing significant reductions in necrotising enterocolitis, sepsis, and overall morbidity following supplementation with beneficial Bifidobacterium strains. Wednesday 13 August, 3–4 pm. Joe Verco lecture theatre, AHMS building, North Terrace. Register.

2025 Joseph Fisher Public Lecture

Economics, Ethics and Power: How Can Economics Help Us Navigate the Challenges of Our Times? Featuring Senator Barbara Pocock—economist, Emeritus Professor, South Australian Senator, and alumni. Wednesday 13 August, 5.15–6.45 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. Register.

Design assessment in the age of AI

In this workshop, you will explore the impact of generative AI on assessment validity, integrity, and authenticity. Using a structured evaluation tool, you will critically examine your current assessments for their susceptibility to AI tools and consider opportunities to strengthen or redesign them. Thursday 14 August, 2–3 pm. Online. Register.

Authors in Conversation

Andrew Roff and Alex Cothren, two award-winning SA writers will discuss whether their stories are the antidote to doomscrolling in our fractured world, why their books almost had the same titles, and how their (in)famous writers’ group has shaped their creative journeys. Thursday 14 August, 6–7.30 pm. Online. Register.

AU Sport Quiz Night

Adelaide University Sport & Fitness is hosting a quiz night with all proceeds going towards sending the University athletes to Uni Nationals. With a $500 cash prize up for grabs, teams are invited to test their knowledge of sport, fitness, pop culture and more. Friday 15 August, 6–10 pm. Park 10 Graduates Clubhouse, North Adelaide. Register.

Academic Integrity Awareness Week

Academic Integrity Awareness Week aims to uphold and refresh student and staff understanding of academic integrity. Encourage your students to engage in fun activities like workshops, pop-up stalls, games, quizzes, social media activities, free donuts, free pizza and prizes. Monday 18 to Friday 22 August, various times and locations. Register.

The politics of Australian federal gender equality policy with Emerita Professor Carol Johnson

Join the Fay Gale Centre for Research on Gender at a seminar presented by Emerita Professor Carol Johnson. This engaging discussion is led by one of Australia’s leading scholars on gender and politics. Wednesday 20 August, 3–5 pm. Napier 420, Stretton Room, Napier building, North Terrace campus. RSVP by Friday 15 August. 

Wellbeing: Nam Baldwin - emotional wellbeing module 3

In this refreshingly different module, you'll discover how and why emotions can so easily be managing you, rather than you managing them in challenging situations. We keep things highly interactive as we share how you can thread simple actions into your day, allowing your self-awareness, emotional regulation and resilience skills to grow. Thursday 21 August, 12–1.30 pm. Online. Register. 

Florey Annual Public Lecture

Each day, around 6,300 people are diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide. Internationally renowned oncologist Dr Laura Esserman will share the latest in personalised breast cancer screening approaches. Thursday 21 August, 6–7 pm. G030 lecture theatre, AHMS building, North Terrace. Register.