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Indigenous housing data review reveals data gap

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A National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) review, completed by University of Adelaide researchers, has highlighted the critical gaps in Indigenous housing data.

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A retail approach nudges healthier choices in food relief

A volunteer at a Foodbank SA & NT Food Hub courtesy Foodbank SA & NT

A University of Adelaide study, conducted in collaboration with Foodbank SA & NT, has demonstrated that strategies supermarkets commonly use to influence shopper behaviour can be successfully adapted for food relief pantries.

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MRIs reveal genetic clues in cerebral palsy

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A national study by University of Adelaide researchers is paving the way for more precise diagnosis and treatment for children with cerebral palsy.

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Highlighting challenges around memory commercialisation

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Recent research from a University of Adelaide academic has outlined the gap between scientific reality and whether a promising technology reaches commercial production.

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Biomedical engineer brings innovation and entrepreneurship expertise to Adelaide

Michelle Khine. Credit: Steve Zylius/UC Irvine

Professor Michelle Khine has been appointed as the inaugural Ian and Pamela Wall Chair Professor in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Adelaide. 

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International recognition for green ironmaking project

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A University of Adelaide-led project which aims to increase the quality of iron ore while reducing emissions has been recognised with an international award.

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New technique accurately predicts cannabis crop potency

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Researchers at the University of Adelaide, in collaboration with German tech company Compolytics, have developed a non-destructive leaf scanning method that can accurately predict the cannabinoid concentrations of cannabis plants.

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Grid-scale energy storage given boost with new formula

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The formula powering aqueous zinc-iodine batteries has been brought under the microscope, with researchers from the University of Adelaide finding a way to enhance their performance.

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Uni showcase at Adelaide Zoo highlights wildlife crime in Australia

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The University of Adelaide’s Wildlife Crime Research Hub is pioneering efforts to combat wildlife trafficking in Australia, hosting the inaugural Wildlife Crime in our Backyard showcase at the Adelaide Zoo this month.

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Online parent help program leads to less anxious, happier children

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Providing parenting help through schools led to a significant reduction in anxiety and behavioural problems among children, according to the results of a national study.

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