Research & Innovation
We are one of Australia's most research-intensive institutions.
With world-leading researchers, modern facilities and an innovative culture, we're committed to delivering research that is highly valued by our local and global communities.
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Our postgraduate research students receive a world-class education and an exceptional student experience from a university ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world.
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Latest research news
20
Jul
Ramsay Fellow to build world's fastest charging battery
DATE: Friday, 20 July 2018 SUMMARY: The University of Adelaide's newest Ramsay Fellow, Dr James Quach, will harness the unique propertie...
17
Jul
Tackling cancer at ground zero with designer molecules
DATE: Tuesday, 17 July 2018 SUMMARY: A new molecule designed by University of Adelaide researchers shows great promise for future treatm...
13
Jul
Scientists find evidence of far-distant neutrino source
DATE: Friday, 13 July 2018 SUMMARY: An international team of scientists, including from the University of Adelaide and Curtin University...
10
Jul
Vitamin D no defence against dementia
DATE: Tuesday, 10 July 2018 SUMMARY: New research from South Australian scientists has shown that vitamin D (also commonly known as the ...
Latest impact stories
30
May
High Omega-3 eggs with Solar Eggs
Getting some extra omega-3 fatty acids in your diet will soon be easier with enriched eggs developed through a collaboration between the ...
27
May
Emulating nature’s perfect pursuit
Researchers have discovered the secrets of the dragonfly’s incredible ability to pursue and catch moving prey, and successfully applied t...
30
Mar
Vodka from potato waste with Potatoes SA
Discarded potato peelings and pulp created by potato product manufacturers could soon be turned into a Premium South Australian Vodka.
19
Dec
Creating real-world impact from the University of Adelaide
The University of Adelaide’s Sapphire Clock team has grown from twenty years of dedicated research, which has created technology with the...
