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Cypriot grapes perform well in heat and on taste
Researchers at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ have found several grape varieties native to Cyprus, which tolerate drought conditions better than some international varieties popular in Australia, contain chemical compounds responsible for flavours preferred by Australian consumers.
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Sperm help ‘persuade’ the female to accept pregnancy
Sperm are generally viewed as having just one action in reproduction – to fertilise the female’s egg – but studies at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ are overturning that view.
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Medicinal cannabis research receives $1.5m boost
A new ³ÉÈË´óƬ trial will explore the use of personalised medicinal cannabis dosing to prevent common and impactful symptoms of treatment in advanced cancer thanks to Federal Government funding of $1.5 million.
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SA ready to lead COVID-19 vaccine production
South Australia is uniquely placed to play a vital role in expediting the nation’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
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Provocation Repealed: Research Tuesdays
‘Gay panic’ is no longer accepted as a defence for murder in South Australia. Why and what is the likely impact of the change to the law?
Scholarship for First Nations law student
A student from the ³ÉÈË´óƬ’s Adelaide Law School has received a scholarship from one of the legal community’s peak bodies to help her finish her studies.
Vice-Chancellor helps raise awareness of homeless plight in Adelaide
Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Peter Høj AC will join other South Australian community and business leaders at the Vinnies CEO Sleepout, to raise funds for and awareness of homelessness in the community.
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Internationally-flavoured sausage anyone?
On a mission to cement its place in the hall of foodie fame, the ³ÉÈË´óƬ’s Festival of Sausage in Bread will explore the culinary breadth of this meaty masterpiece, proving it's much more than just a humble snag on white.
Silicon chip will drive next generation communications
A new design of ultra-small silicon chip called a multiplexer will effectively manage terahertz waves which are key to the next generation of communications: 6G and beyond.
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SA hub will help build resilience to drought
The ³ÉÈË´óƬ, as part of an extensive collaboration with industry and the South Australian Government, will lead a new drought resilience hub in South Australia. Announced today, the hub will undertake research, development, extension, adoption and commercialisation activities to improve drought resilience and preparedness on SA farms.
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