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Publishing Open Access via Read & Publish
This Library workshop will introduce the 19 Read & Publish agreements University of Adelaide researchers have access to, providing researchers with the opportunity to publish open access without needing to pay individual article processing charges. Tuesday 12 August, 11–11.30 am. Online. Register.
University of Adelaide Human Research Ethics Committee members
The University of Adelaide Human Research Ethics Committee is looking for members in the following membership category: Researcher Representative. Please visit the website to learn more about the position and to apply.
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Share your practice with a global audience on Times Higher Education Campus
Times Higher Education Campus+ provides a platform for academic and professional staff to disseminate insights and advice on key areas of higher education. Further information on topics, due dates and how to submit, visit the website.
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Upcoming change to Box
We’re changing how files containing Personally Identifiable Information (PII) are managed when stored on Box. From August, AI will automatically identify any files containing PII, then add visible labels and/or tighten sharing controls as needed to minimise risk and meet legal obligations. Further information.
Help shape the future of Adelaide University fitness facilities
Help shape the future of Adelaide University fitness facilities by completing a short survey. Have your say to go in the draw to win an Adelaide University Sport & Fitness and UniSA Sport merchandise pack. The survey ends Saturday 16 August.
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Research Small Equipment Support Scheme 2025
The University of Adelaide Research Small Equipment Support Scheme has been established to support researchers by providing funding for the purchase and maintenance of small, high-quality research equipment. Funding of between $5,000 and $15,000 is available. Applications are open until 5 pm Friday 29 August. Further information.
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Data manipulation and visualisation in R
Do you have a good knowledge of the basic concepts and techniques in R and want to level up? In this workshop, you will learn how to use popular packages to manipulate, explore and get insights from your data, and how to visualise the results. Thursday 28 to Friday 29 August, 9.30 am to 12.30 pm. Online. Register.
Library webinar: Open Access publishing
This Library research webinar will cover the updated University Open Access Policy, the different types of Open Access publishing currently available and what options are available for publishing your own work Open Access, OA licensing and copyright, and things to look out for in Open Access publishing agreements. Thursday 7 August, 11 am to 12 pm. Online. Register.
Planned Okta update for PeopleSoft HR
The Okta service for PeopleSoft HR will be updated between 8am Sunday 10 August and 8am Monday 11 August. Service interruptions will be experienced for PeopleSoft HR, Staff Services Online, including casual timesheets. Please clear your browser cache if you experience any issues after the update is complete. More information.
Vice-Chancellor's message
July has been a month of which we can all be proud. Firstly, it was with great pride that on Friday 18 July we announced the culturally significant milestone in our nation’s history when Adelaide University was bestowed a Kaurna name – Tirkangkaku – enshrined in legislation.
