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New Head for School of Humanities
The ³ÉÈË´óƬ has appointed a new Head for its School of Humanities. Professor Mark Harris is currently a Professor of Historical Anthropology at the University of St Andrews, Scotland.
Initiative signals greater University-industry collaboration
Biomanufacturing and quantum technology sectors will be given a boost by the South Australian Government’s announcement of new initiatives to train and develop the next generation of researchers in these fields.
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New discovery to bulk up gluten-free fibre supplement
Scientists have for the first time constructed the reference genome for the source of the popular fibre supplement, psyllium husk, which could boost supplies of the versatile plant-derived product.
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Trailblazer defence program formalised
The Defence Trailblazer for Concept to Sovereign Capability program has taken another step in being formalised with the conditions of grant being finalised and the announcement of the board members.
Putting patient voice at the front of healthcare
When it comes to decision-making in healthcare, how much consideration should be given to patient voice?
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Grants underline ability to partner with industry
The ³ÉÈË´óƬ has been awarded $1,405,458 in linkage grants by the Australian Research Council (ARC) to undertake two projects that aim to reduce the uncertainties of capturing and storing COâ‚‚ and to create a new class of optical fibre that will enable the future quantum internet.
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National project to address STEM gender gap
A new project aims to close the gender gap in STEM subjects in primary and secondary schools. Three universities will work together to build a national community of girls, teachers, school outreach practitioners and industry.
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Drone AI counts waterbirds in the Murray-Darling
Innovative drone technology and artificial intelligence (AI) software is providing more accurate monitoring of waterbirds across the Murray–Darling Basin – and could be used to monitor other wildlife in the future.
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Program boosts allied health students in schools
South Australia’s three leading universities have joined forces with the State Government to provide better opportunities for university students studying allied health roles to undertake practical work experience in the state’s schools.
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Playtime is purr-fect for your cat’s welfare
Play is often considered an indicator and promotor of animal welfare. Playing with your cat may also nurture closer cat-human bonds. In a new study, scientists have investigated these links by applying in-depth empirical methods to analyse data gathered from around the world.
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