News: achievements
Russell Cole Memorial ANZCA Research Award
Professor Andrew Somogyi, Dr Daniel Barratt, and Dr Sanam Mustafa (School of Biomedicine) were awarded the Russell Cole Memorial ANZCA Research Award for their project Optimising oxycodone pain management in cancer patients through metabolic, proteomic, genetic and immune biomarkers.
[Read more about Russell Cole Memorial ANZCA Research Award ]
2024 Ramaciotti Medal for Excellence
Professor Jozef Gécz, Head of Neurogenetics at the University, has received the 2024 Ramaciotti Medal for Excellence. The medal, awarded by the Clive & Vera Ramaciotti Foundations, is presented to individuals who have made an outstanding discovery in clinical or experimental biomedical research which has had an important impact on biomedical science, clinical science, or the way in which healthcare is delivered. Read more.
New Colombo Plan External Advisory Group appointment
Professor Jessica Gallagher, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (External Engagement), has been appointed to the New Colombo Plan External Advisory Group. Members will help to design the next phase of the program and ensure it continues to build the capability of Australians to engage with the Indo-Pacific region. More information.
[Read more about New Colombo Plan External Advisory Group appointment]
Academic Excellence Postgraduate Research award
Nishadi Gamage (School of Biomedicine) is the winner of the Academic Excellence Postgraduate Research award in the 2024 International Student Awards from StudyAdelaide. Read more.
[Read more about Academic Excellence Postgraduate Research award]
Silver jubilee staff reception
A special event was held to acknowledge the commitment, achievements and efforts of staff who have dedicated 25 years of service to the University. View the list of staff.
2024 South Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards
Dr Wei Zhang (School of Computer and Mathematical Science) and Associate Professor Xiaoguang Duan (School of Chemical Engineering) are recipients of the 2024 South Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards. Read more.
[Read more about 2024 South Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards]
115th Rhodes Scholar-Elect
Madeleine McNeil was the Valedictorian of her class at the University of Adelaide, graduating with First Class Honours in the Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Philosophy. Madeline is the University's 115th Rhodes Scholar-Elect, announced at a ceremony at Government House. Read more.
Visualise Your Thesis winners
Mel Ngyuen (School of Agriculture, Food and Wine) is this year's University of Adelaide Visualise Your Thesis winner, impressing the judges with From your kitchen food scraps to your kitchen food wrap. Mel has won $1,000 and the opportunity to participate in the international competition later this year. Read more.
Canstar Blue 2024 Most Satisfied Students Award - SA Universities
The University received 5-stars for 'Overall Student Satisfaction' in the Canstar Blue surveys and is the sole recipient for this award among South Australian universities. Additionally, the university received 5-stars for 'Teaching Staff', 'Quality of education received', 'Learning resources' and 'Campus amenities'. More information.
[Read more about Canstar Blue 2024 Most Satisfied Students Award - SA Universities]
Australian Research Council's Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA)
Dr Phillipa McCormack, Dr Bing Yan, Dr Daniel Carragher, Dr Jodie Yuwono, Dr Navid Freidoonimehr, Dr Emma Watson, Dr Jinqiang Zhang, Dr Cheryl Suwen Law, Dr Gemeng Liang and Dr Rahil Valani will share in more than $4.5 million through the latest round of the Australian Research Council's Discovery Early Career Researcher Award. Read more.
[Read more about Australian Research Council's Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA)]
