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Future space leaders made here: How the Australian Rover Challenge is sending next generation space explorers to the Moon
University students from around Australia and the world will converge at the University of Adelaide to pit their custom-built lunar rovers against each other in a one-of-a-kind event this 20-24 March, during the University’s 150th anniversary year.
Read more about How the Australian Rover Challenge is sending next generation space explorers to the MoonHelp make myrtle rust dust
A citizen science campaign aims to find and track myrtle rust in Australia to reduce the impact of the invasive disease in Australia.
Read more about Help make myrtle rust dustFast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries on the horizon
New research shows that the next generation of lithium-sulphur (Li||S) batteries may be capable of being charged in less than five minutes, instead of several hours as is currently the case.
Read more about Fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries on the horizonFly biocontrol release targets farm snail pests
A biocontrol program has commenced on the South Coast, where Australian-bred parasitoid flies have been released to help control snail pests and protect crop yields, quality and growers’ profitability.
Read more about Fly biocontrol release targets farm snail pestsDNA protecting gene’s crucial role in brain disorders revealed
University of Adelaide researchers now know more about a mysterious gene’s role in maintaining healthy DNA – a crucial development that could lead to new treatments for life threatening illnesses including neurodevelopmental disorders, some types of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.
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Rainy day ice age in the global south
An international study of the mineral deposits in stalactites in South Australia’s Naracoorte Caves, has shed new light on climate conditions in the Southern Hemisphere during ice ages.
Read more about Rainy day ice age in the global southUniversity’s Quartet in Residence dazzles in Amsterdam
The Australian String Quartet is taking to the stage across Europe this month with its first performance at the International String Quartet Biennale in Amsterdam this week.
Read more about University’s Quartet in Residence dazzles in AmsterdamWomen innovators helping to change the world
University of Adelaide women researchers have been recognised for their outstanding work at this year’s Women in Innovation Awards.
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15 Feb Start your child's musical journey with specialised group classes, led by a skilled educator from the Elder Conservatorium of Music. 15 February to 28 March, 10.15-11 am. Elder Conservatorium of Music, North Terrace campus. Tickets. 19 Mar Join University alumni and friends in Sydney to celebrate 150 years of making history. Tuesday 19 March, 6–8 pm. Sydney. Register.