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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

16

Jul

Allied health embraces nature-based therapy

Whether it’s a walk by the sea or a breath of fresh air in the park, spending time in nature is widely known to support good health and wellbeing.

15

Jul

Genetic tool predicts lithium responsiveness in bipolar disorder patients

Researchers from the University of Adelaide are hopeful a recent biological discovery could lead to the precision treatment of bipolar disorder (BD).

11

Jul

Untapped potential of semen for men’s health

Semen analysis is traditionally used as part of male fertility assessments, but researchers from the University of Adelaide believe it has the potential to promote healthier lifestyles.

10

Jul

First Nations people experience significant barriers to kidney transplant waitlist

Despite being four to five times more likely to have kidney failure, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have much lower access to kidney transplantation that other Australians.

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University events

4

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.

22

Jul

Step up with JBI PACES

Designed for health professionals to enhance quality improvement efforts. Learn how to use the JBI PACES tool, apply the GRiP process, and focus on impactful audit indicators for sustainable change in patient care. Tuesday 22 July, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register.

22

Jul

Winter wellness: Maintaining your mental health webinar

The colder weather can be challenging on both physical and mental health. In this seminar, participants will learn about some of the common mental health challenges that people experience over the colder months and the benefits of health promoting behaviours such as connecting with others, practicing mindfulness and getting out into nature. Tuesday 22 July, 12–1 pm. Online. Register.

23

Jul

JBI LIVE webinar

Step up with JBI PACES: A clinician's guide to quality improvement. Boost your quality improvement efforts with this engaging and practical webinar tailored for health professionals. This session provides a straightforward, clinician-friendly framework to help you plan and implement evidence-based quality improvement initiatives with confidence. Wednesday 23 July, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register.

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