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Virtual Open Day offers authentic “on campus” experience

Virtual render of the Napier Building

Visitors to the University of ޲Ʊ’s Open Day this Sunday 16 August will get as close to a “real” on-campus experience as possible, thanks to a virtual recreation of the University’s flagship annual event.

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Marine food webs under increasing stress

Marine life, Whakaari Island, New Zealand

Scientists at the University of ޲Ʊ have found growing evidence that marine ecosystems will not cope well with rising sea temperatures caused by climate change.

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Glimpse into the future with space makers

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Join the leaders of the University of ޲Ʊ’s internationally recognised for an awe-inspiring glimpse into a future that’s literally out of this world.

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Dinosaur relative’s genome linked to mammals

Tuatara - photo by Nicola Nelson

Scientists from the University of ޲Ʊ and South Australian Museum have collaborated with Otago University, New Zealand and a global team to sequence the genome of the tuatara – a rare reptile whose ancestors once roamed the earth with dinosaurs.

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Study sheds new light on vein formation in plants

Agriculture, plant image from Pixabay

An international team of researchers including the University of ޲Ʊ, has found plant hormones known as strigolactones suppress the transportation of auxin, the main plant hormone involved in vein formation, so that vein formation occurs slower and with greater focus.

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Management gender diversity essential in adversity

Business woman

A study by an international team of researchers suggests that gender-balanced teams help businesses, especially in adverse times.

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Neurohack brainstorms solutions for young people with SMA

force-based joystick

An accessibility controller, an automatic mattress, a mindfulness support game and a muscle stimulation solution – all designed to assist teenagers living with devastating neurological disorders like spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) – have taken top spots in the Biogen Neurohack.

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Community views sought on abuse of Powers of Attorney

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The independent South Australian Law Reform Institute (SALRI) based at the University of ޲Ʊ is inviting views from the community and interested parties as part of its review of the State’s laws on Powers of Attorney.

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