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Biomedical engineer鈥檚 innovative excellence acknowledged

IPAS member Associate Professor Jiawen Li has been awarded a prestigious global award by tech giant Sony and听scientific publishing company听Nature,听for her work in biomedical engineering.
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2025: The Year of Quantum Science and Technology

The United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ), marking 100 years since the discovery of quantum mechanics in 1925. 2025 is also shaping up to be an important year for quantum at IPAS, with new infrastructure, new partnerships, and ongoing groundbreaking research in quantum sensing and technology.
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Associate Professor Tony Hooker to investigate Maralinga nuclear test impact

The primary goal of this research is to improve radiation exposure calculation methods for burrowing animals, particularly at Maralinga as well as in semi-arid and arid zones of Australia. The results of this work will contribute to the ERICA Tool to assist in understanding the environmental impact of radiation practices and to better protect wildlife in these regions.
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Optimising human performance outside the laboratory

IPAS member A/Prof Hooker attended the Human Performance Optimisation and Protection Wearables Workshop in Canberra to investigate how to shift human performance measurement from the lab into the field. Measurement of human performance has applications across multiple areas including sport, defence, space and others.
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IPAS Spinoff bags Defence Teaming Centre Awards

IPAS Chief Innovator Prof Andre Luiten, A/Prof Martin O'Connor, and the QuantX Labs team received the prestigious DTC Innovation Award at the Defence Teaming Centre Awards. This award highlights the success of technologies born from research, transitioned into entrepreneurial ventures, and having a real-world impact in Australia鈥檚 defence sector.
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IPAS Shines at the 2024 AIP Congress

IPAS showcased its innovative research at the 2024 AIP Congress. Notably, two IPAS members were honoured with ANZOS prizes: Dr Erik Schartner received the inaugural ANZOS Jim Piper ECR/MCR Entrepreneurial Researcher Prize, while A/Prof Jiawen Li was awarded the ANZOS Mid-Career Prize for excellence in optics and photonics.
Microscopy at the tip of a hair-thin optical fibre

Researchers at 91自拍, as part of an international team, have developed an approach that makes advanced听microscopy possible through an optical fibre thinner than a human hair.
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Three IPAS researchers awarded ARC Discovery Projects grants

More than $10.7 million was awarded to 17 University of Adelaide projects in the latest round of Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Projects grants; 3 of them to IPAS members.听
The Discovery Projects scheme supports research to address major gaps in knowledge, fosters collaboration, and creates economic, environmental, and social benefits for Australia. Showcasing researchers excellence in tackling significant scientific challenges.
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Wednesday Wonders : Exploring the scientific realms of glass in fascinating Science Talks

In November, over 200 attendees joined the Wednesday Wonders Science Talks at the Adelaide Botanic Garden, exploring the intersection of ancient glassmaking traditions and modern scientific innovations. The talks, part of the Chihuly in the Botanic Garden exhibition, featured researchers discussing the transformative potential of glass in technology. Topics covered included glass printing, quantum glass, microscale glass fibres for health and space applications, and the revolutionary ZBLAN glass, which has the potential to enhance communications, both on Earth and in space. The event brought together scientists, artists, and the public to explore glass's role in shaping the future of technology.
Collaboration in Focus : Networking with ELI Beamlines

On 29th November 2024, IPAS hosted a networking event at 91自拍, featuring Roman Hevzda, Director of ELI Beamlines, who shared insights into the world鈥檚 largest high-power laser facility and its collaboration opportunities.
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