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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.

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Help 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.

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Fast-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.

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Fly 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.

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DNA 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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News in brief

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.

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University’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.

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Women 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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Events

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Feb

Early Years Group Music Class

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

150th Celebration - Sydney

Join University alumni and friends in Sydney to celebrate 150 years of making history. Tuesday 19 March, 6–8 pm. Sydney. Register.

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