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IceCube neutrinos provide new view of active galaxy
An international team of scientists, including researchers at the University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø, have gathered new evidence about the energetic core of an active galaxy millions of lights years away by detecting neutrino particles emitted by it.
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Human trials to begin on SA-made universal pneumococcal vaccine
South Australian biotech company GPN Vaccines in collaboration with the University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø has developed a new, universal vaccine against the deadly bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae.
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Rhodes Scholar-elect on a mathematical mission
Bridget Smart has become the University of 911±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s 113th Rhodes Scholar-elect. She has been awarded a Rhodes Scholarship to study at the University of Oxford.
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Vital medical research supported
Seven University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø research projects have together received more than $560,000 in funding from the Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation for research commencing in 2023.
Balancing the autonomy and the safeguarding of vulnerable adults
The independent South Australian Law Reform Institute (SALRI) based at the University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø is recommending important changes to South Australia’s laws regarding how vulnerable adults are safeguarded.
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Ancient genomes reveal hidden history of human adaptation
The use of ancient DNA, including samples of human remains around 45,000 years old, has shed light on a previously unknown aspect of human evolution.
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Preventing drowning by improving beach safety signage
A new study by a University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø researcher has recommended improvements to beach safety signage, which could prevent drownings in the future.
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Treatment resistance in mental health under the microscope
Researchers from the University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø will collaborate with European researchers to better understand and manage treatment resistance for mental health disorders such as depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
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University of 911±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s research expertise to help build Asian energy network
The University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø, with leadership from its Institute for Sustainability, Energy and Resources (ISER), has become a partner in Asia Green Grid Network (AGGN) to help advance renewable energy connectivity across Asia.
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Heart attack causes under the microscope
Two University of 911±¬ÁÏÍø research projects to help prevent heart disease have received $843,200 funding from the Heart Foundation.