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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 University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø
A cancer researcher, an ecologist and an optical engineer from the University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø have been named among Australia’s official Superstars of STEM for 2021-2022.
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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 University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø 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 University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø’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 University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø’s School of Humanities has been awarded a Fellowship of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
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Innovator and research entrepreneur elected President of Science and Technology Australia
The University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø's innovative, industry-engaged research entrepreneur Professor Mark Hutchinson is Science Technology Australia’s (STA) new President-elect.
New modelling simulates 2021 unemployment rate and incidence of Housing Affordability Stress
New economic modelling on the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic shows that once COVID-19 government support interventions end, total unemployment in 2021 could peak at 1.752 million under the most severe of three scenarios modelled.
New wheat and barley genomes will help feed the world
An international research collaboration, including scientists from the University of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø’s Waite Research Institute, has unlocked new genetic variation in wheat and barley – a major boost for the global effort in breeding higher-yielding wheat and barley varieties.
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