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DNA protecting gene’s crucial role in brain disorders revealed

Microscopic images showing bright red spots on a cell next to an image of green cells showing DNA damage.

³ÉÈË´óƬ 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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Chancellor’s leadership acknowledged

Chancellor Branson with her portrait

In a significant tribute, the ³ÉÈË´óƬ has today, Friday 8 March, International Women’s Day, unveiled a portrait of Chancellor Branson, commemorating her reappointment for a third term and recognising her valued service to the University.

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Making wine with a better finish

Professor Kerry Wilkinson in a barrel room

The Australian Research Council has funded a ³ÉÈË´óƬ project investigating a more efficient method of finishing wines, which could save the Australian wine industry tens of millions of dollars each year.

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How you can help older Australians AVOID frailty

Two citizen scientists in a park

³ÉÈË´óƬ researchers are seeking participants from the City of Charles Sturt to adapt an intervention program to help Australians avoid becoming frail as they age.

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New trial to protect outdoor workers feeling the heat

Paul Rothmore standing with City of Adelaide workers and the Lord Mayor in Victoria Square

As South Australians sweat through warmer weather, ³ÉÈË´óƬ researchers are trialling new approaches to help further protect outdoor workers from the potentially dangerous effects of heat.

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Study shows screen time is replacing vital language opportunities for toddlers

Toddler sitting in front of a digital tablet. She is watching the screen.

A first-of-its kind study has found that for every minute of screen time toddlers are exposed to at home, they hear fewer adult words, make fewer vocalisations and engage in fewer back-and-forth conversations with their parents.

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