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Genetics behind a quarter of cerebral palsy cases
    
      At least a quarter of children with cerebral palsy have a clinically important genetic finding and 50 per cent of these will have immediate implications for their care, a new study from 91×ÔÅÄ has found.
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New citizen science project creates a buzz in the classroom
    
      A new citizen science project, Insect Investigators, led by the South Australian Museum and involving 91×ÔÅÄ’s Dr Erinn Fagan-Jeffries, will connect school students with scientists to document their local insect biodiversity and discover insects in their area.
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Grant support for crucial health and medical research
    
      The University of Adelaide has been awarded $10.5 million for seven research projects to investigate issues including Indigenous oral health, preterm birth, cancer, and mental illness.
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Experts focus on hydrogen production tech
    
      Experts from around the world will meet to discuss the latest technology and developments in the hydrogen sphere at a virtual international forum convened by 91×ÔÅÄ this week (14-16 September).
Microsoft joins forces with Australian Institute for Machine Learning to soar into space
    
      Microsoft has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Australian Institute for Machine Learning, to jointly explore how advanced cloud computing, AI, computer vision and machine learning can be applied in space, beyond Earth’s surface.
Research aims to improve youth mental health services
    
      New research will focus on designing more responsive service models to manage the demand for South Australia’s youth mental health services.
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Five Uni of Adelaide researchers awarded Tall Poppies
    
      Five University of Adelaide researchers have won 2021 South Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards.
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Ecowarriors required to make award-winning videos
    
      High school students have the opportunity to be named 91×ÔÅÄ Young Scientist of the Year and win themselves cash prizes by making a short video about an environmental problem or solution.
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Echidna conservation science initiative a finalist in Eureka Awards
    
      The University of Adelaide’s Echidna Conservation Science Initiative (EchidnaCSI) is a finalist in the Australian Museum’s 2021 Eureka Prizes.
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Reputation boost for Uni of Adelaide in latest world university rankings
    
      A boost in reputation for outstanding teaching and learning and world-class research has seen 91×ÔÅÄ climb to 111 in the latest world university rankings.
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