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Climate change is reducing global river water quality

Finniss River in drought in 2009

A review of almost 1000 studies on the effects of climate change and extreme weather events on rivers around the world has found an overall negative effect on water quality in rivers globally.

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Unique musical collaboration explores cross-cultural soundscapes

Elder Conservatorium ensemble

A special free musical event will explore the rich cultural legacies of two nations when musicians from the University of Adelaide’s Elder Conservatorium of Music collaborate with peers from Singapore’s Yong Siew Toh (YST) Conservatory for a one-night-only concert in Adelaide.

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Closing in on cure for common leukaemia

Photo of Dr Illaria LPagani at a computer

A groundbreaking leukaemia test can help identify patients who are strong candidates for lifelong treatment free remission (TFR) – meaning they are effectively cured of the disease.

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Energy expert appointed Future Industry Making Fellow

University of Adelaide’s Professor Christian Doonan

Leading energy expert, the University of Adelaide’s Professor Christian Doonan, has been appointed as a State sponsored Future Industry Making Fellow. In his new role he is set to accelerate new ideas and solutions that will put South Australia at the forefront of renewable energy, minerals and resources research.

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Experts focus on hydrogen production tech

Hydrogen production

The latest technology and developments in the hydrogen sphere will be discussed by over 70 experts from around the world when they meet at a virtual international forum convened by the University of Adelaide.

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Engineering of plant cell wall modifying enzymes opens new horizons

A 3D image of nasturtium xyloglucan xyloglucosyl transferase with bound substrate reactants.

A newly discovered way of optimising plant enzymes through bioengineering has increased knowledge of how plant material can be converted into biofuels, biochemicals and other high-value products.

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Invasive alien species a major threat to nature, people

Shipyard worker removing vegetation and mussels. Note that invasive alien species have been introduced by many human activities (such as trade, transport or tourism) to regions and biomes around the world.

A new international report, co-authored by Dr Phill Cassey from the University of Adelaide, has found that the number of alien species has been rising continuously for centuries in all regions, but are now increasing at unprecedented rates.

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Leading lawyer joins University’s space mission

Professor Melissa de Zwart

As part of its ongoing drive to recruit top talent the University of Adelaide has appointed one of the country’s leading legal experts to contribute to space law and existing major projects.

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Law alumni win prestigious international fellowships

Law Fellowships

Three of the University of Adelaide’s brightest young law graduates are heading overseas on prestigious fellowships that will see them further their studies and broaden their career horizons.

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Student ambassador displays entrepreneurial passion

Onnie Chan

A talented immersive media specialist is the University of Adelaide‘s next ThincLab Chief Student Entrepreneur. Onnie Chan will serve as an ambassador for ThincLab – the University's business incubator – and inspire students, alumni and staff to pursue an entrepreneurial path to enhance their future career prospects.

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