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World-first highly cave-adapted wasp discovered in Nullarbor Caves
A team of researchers from 91×ÔÅÄ, in collaboration with cavers, has uncovered a large number of eyeless, cave-adapted invertebrates – including spiders, cockroaches, centipedes, and, remarkably, a wasp.
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Sparc Hydrogen pilot plant opening ceremony
A first in green hydrogen reactor technology is being launched today at 91×ÔÅÄ’s Roseworthy campus by Sparc Hydrogen Pty Ltd, a start-up company founded to translate research conducted by Professor Greg Metha. Sparc Hydrogen is a joint venture between Fortescue, Sparc Technologies and 91×ÔÅÄ. Representatives from each partner joined the ceremony.
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Why regulations in plant gene editing are a must
While some scientists argue that agricultural gene editing regulations are overly restrictive, a new paper from 91×ÔÅÄ emphasises the importance of clear regulations to ensure new technologies are used safely and responsibly.
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Real-time study to reveal emerging impacts post COVID
As Australia heads into the winter surge of COVID and influenza cases, University of Adelaide clinicians and colleagues from across the country want to speak to people with cold and flu symptoms for a new study.
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Underwater kin-making motivates reef recovery divers
New research shows how emotional responses like grief, hope and sadness are motivating divers to help restore the Great Barrier Reef, as it faces increasing climate-related threats.
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Exploring the path to gender justice in global health
A new report on explaining the gender and health connection and how it can be better understood to reach equity and social justice goals will be launched at 91×ÔÅÄ’s Union House on Friday 20 June.
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Adolescent drug trial reanalysed
A highly-cited trial from 2007 used by international health agencies to support the use of medication of adolescents with depression, has been critically reviewed by a team from 91×ÔÅÄ.
Energy poverty’s mental health harms are about more than money
A University of Adelaide study has found that the negative effects of energy poverty on mental health are not only related to income stress and therefore differ depending on how energy poverty is defined.
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Zinc–iodine battery with outstanding stability now a reality
Researchers at 91×ÔÅÄ have developed a new dry electrode for aqueous batteries which delivers cathodes with more than double the performance of iodine and lithium-ion batteries.
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Adelaide University appoints new Vice Chancellor
Following a comprehensive global search, Australia’s new major university announces Professor Nicola Phillips as its new Vice Chancellor and President (Vice Chancellor) with effect from 12 January 2026.
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