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�Ӱ�ֱ��’s potential as a global leader for surgical AI

Stock image of surgeons in an operating theatre. One surgeon is being passed a pair of scissors.

Posted on Mar 27 2024 by Jessica Stanley

�Ӱ�ֱ�� and New Zealand could become international leaders in the safe use of artificial intelligence (AI) in surgery, but first there needs to be guidelines in place to safeguard patients, according to �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide experts.

First commercial-grade optical fibres fabricated in space

Microgravity glove box at the Flawless Photonics facility prior to being shipped to NASA’s facility. The fibre was drawn in the glove box on the ISS. Image: Flawless Photonics.

Posted on Mar 26 2024 by Crispin Savage

Special glass rods manufactured at the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide have been drawn into over 8 km of optical fibre on the International Space Station (ISS).

Westpac Scholars to fight disease and support veterans

Photo of Harriet Cooling and Taylor Cowell

Posted on Mar 22 2024 by Jessica Stanley

Four �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide students have been awarded 2024 Westpac Scholarships to help them in their quest to solve major challenges, including fighting superbugs and building more inclusive communities for veterans.

Future space leaders made here: How the �Ӱ�ֱ��n Rover Challenge is sending next generation space explorers to the Moon

Posted on Mar 18 2024 by Crispin Savage

�Ӱ�ֱ�� students from around �Ӱ�ֱ�� and the world will converge at the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide to pit their custom-built lunar rovers against each other in a one-of-a-kind event this 20-24 March, during the �Ӱ�ֱ��’s 150th anniversary year.

Help make myrtle rust dust

Myrtle rust on Rhodamnia sessiliflora fruit credit Geoff Pegg

Posted on Mar 15 2024 by Johnny von Einem

A citizen science campaign aims to find and track myrtle rust in �Ӱ�ֱ�� to reduce the impact of the invasive disease in �Ӱ�ֱ��.

Fast-charging lithium-sulphur batteries on the horizon

Posted on Mar 14 2024 by Crispin Savage

New research shows that the next generation of lithium-sulphur (Li||S) batteries may be capable of being charged in less than five minutes, instead of several hours as is currently the case.

Fly biocontrol release targets farm snail pests

Kate Muirhead, Kym Perry, Lizzie von Perger, and Svetlana Micic

Posted on Mar 14 2024 by Johnny von Einem

A biocontrol program has commenced on the South Coast, where �Ӱ�ֱ��n-bred parasitoid flies have been released to help control snail pests and protect crop yields, quality and growers’ profitability.

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.

Chancellor’s leadership acknowledged

Posted on Mar 8 2024 by Crispin Savage

In a significant tribute, the �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide has today, Friday 8 March, International Women’s Day, unveiled a portrait of Chancellor Branson, commemorating her reappointment for a third term and recognising her valued service to the �Ӱ�ֱ��.

Making wine with a better finish

Professor Kerry Wilkinson in a barrel room

Posted on Mar 7 2024 by Johnny von Einem

The �Ӱ�ֱ��n Research Council has funded a �Ӱ�ֱ�� of Adelaide project investigating a more efficient method of finishing wines, which could save the �Ӱ�ֱ��n wine industry tens of millions of dollars each year.