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COVID-19 detector dog research and trials underway
14 dogs have begun their training at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ, and at the Australian Border Force’s (ABF) National Detector Dog Program Facility in Victoria, as part of a joint venture into determining the feasibility of training COVID-19 detector dogs. The results from the trials are expected to be published in early 2021 and will inform whether trials in the community should be undertaken as the next phase.
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Statement from the ³ÉÈË´óƬ: Waite campus
The ³ÉÈË´óƬ is deeply concerned about the potential impact on its Waite campus of the proposed upgrade to the Fullarton Road and Cross Road intersection.
Half of surveyed renters suffered mental health decline during COVID-19
Australian renters have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19 facing income loss, the inability to pay rent, tenure insecurity and eviction risk and a new AHURI publication provides a stark analysis of the impacts of these unprecedented challenges.
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112th Rhodes Scholar to bring science to the bedside
From pushing herself to the limit while competing as a schoolchild in artistic gymnastics competitions and then later as an elite triathlete, Dr Sarah Short is no stranger to the relentless demands for commitment and dedication in the pursuit of her goals.
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Three STEM superstars at ³ÉÈË´óƬ
A cancer researcher, an ecologist and an optical engineer from the ³ÉÈË´óƬ have been named among Australia’s official Superstars of STEM for 2021-2022.
Incredible vision in ancient marine creatures drove an evolutionary arms race
Ancient deep sea creatures called radiodonts had incredible vision that likely drove an evolutionary arms race according to new research published today.
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VR solutions for neurodegenerative disorders wins eChallenge accolade
Neuro Hero, a team that is developing solutions to tackle neurodegenerative disorders using virtual reality technology, has taken top spot in this year’s Australian eChallenge.
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New Colombo Plan scholars to benefit Indo-Pacific relations
Five outstanding ³ÉÈË´óƬ students have been awarded New Colombo Plan scholarships, to help build long-term ties between Australia and the Indo-Pacific region.
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Advanced sensing and machine learning experts elected Fellows
Two of the ³ÉÈË´óƬ’s leading researchers have been elected as fellows of the Academy of Technology and Engineering (ATSE).
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Fellowship for leadership in history and philosophy of science
Professor Rachel A. Ankeny from the ³ÉÈË´óƬ’s School of Humanities has been awarded a Fellowship of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
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