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DNA adds new chapter to Indonesia’s layered human history

Posted on Jan 8 2025 by Johnny von Einem

A new study from the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide and The �Ӱ�ֱ��n National �Ӱ�ֱ�� (ANU) has outlined the first genomic evidence of early migration from New Guinea into the Wallacea, an archipelago containing Timor-Leste and hundreds of inhabited eastern Indonesian islands.

Ancient DNA uncovers dingo’s hidden heritage

Posted on Jul 9 2024 by Rhiannon Koch

A landmark collaborative study co-led by the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide and QUT has revealed the distribution of modern dingoes across �Ӱ�ֱ�� pre-dates European colonisation and interventions like the dingo-proof fence.

DNA protecting gene’s crucial role in brain disorders revealed

Microscopic images showing bright red spots on a cell next to an image of green cells showing DNA damage.

Posted on Mar 13 2024 by Jessica Stanley

�Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide researchers now know more about a mysterious gene’s role in maintaining healthy DNA – a crucial development that could lead to new treatments for life threatening illnesses including neurodevelopmental disorders, some types of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.

Cancer researcher’s leading new role at SAiGENCI

Posted on Sep 27 2023 by Jessica Stanley

A world-leading researcher is bringing their cutting-edge cancer expertise and search for better treatments to South �Ӱ�ֱ��.

Speedy new species of snake uncovered in �Ӱ�ֱ��

Posted on Jul 19 2023 by Jessica Stanley

A new species of snake has been identified for the first time by a team of researchers from the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide, the South �Ӱ�ֱ��n Museum and the Western �Ӱ�ֱ��n Museum.

Funding boost to help reduce surgery side effects

Posted on Mar 21 2023 by Jessica Stanley

A pilot trial is now underway to reduce the side effects experienced by patients who require a general anaesthetic and pain relief during surgery.

New discovery to bulk up gluten-free fibre supplement

A spoon with psyllium powder, a bowl containing psyllium and a glass of water

Posted on Feb 15 2023 by Jessica Stanley

Scientists have for the first time constructed the reference genome for the source of the popular fibre supplement, psyllium husk, which could boost supplies of the versatile plant-derived product.

Oldest clinical case of a rare genetic condition discovered

A side-on photo of a 1000 year old skull diagnosed with Klinefelter's syndrome.

Posted on Aug 29 2022 by Crispin Savage

A group of international researchers including experts from the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide has uncovered evidence of a genetic condition that gives men an extra X chromosome, reporting the oldest clinical case of Klinefelter Syndrome to date.

�Ӱ�ֱ��n Navy commendation for �Ӱ�ֱ��’s DNA experts

The �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide’s Associate Professor Jeremy Austin accepts the commendation from Vice Admiral Noonan.

Posted on May 31 2022 by Crispin Savage

Experts from the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide’s �Ӱ�ֱ��n Centre for Ancient DNA (ACAD) have been commended by the Chief of the Navy �Ӱ�ֱ�� for their part in identifying the only crew member ever recovered from the sinking of HMAS Sydney.

DNA editing technique provides new tool for disease research and gene therapy

Posted on Sep 24 2021 by Elisa Black

Researchers at the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide, the South �Ӱ�ֱ��n Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) and CSIRO have developed a new technique to edit genes in living cells with unprecedented efficiency.