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Scientists find way to wipe a cell's memory to better reprogram it as a stem cell

A photo of human iPS cells

Australian scientists have resolved a long-standing problem in regenerative medicine, developing a new method to reprogram human cells to better mimic embryonic stem cells.

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UK Space Agency backs Plants for Space partner

Artists impression Plants for Space

The University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ±â€™s Plants for Space program has attracted international investment from the UK Space Agency, through industry partner Vertical Future (VF).

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New platform to energise citizen science

Citizen scientists taking part in the EchidnaCSI program on Kangaroo Island

The University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± will adapt and deploy the globally proven citizen science platform SciStarter in Australia, courtesy of a $160,000 grant from the South Australian Government’s Citizen Science Fund.

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Engineering bacteria to detect cancer DNA

Engineered Bacteria - Susan Woods

An international team of researchers from ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± and the United States has engineered bacteria capable of detecting mutated DNA released from colorectal cancer cells, opening the door to faster disease detection.

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Building closer US ties with UConn

University of Connecticut

The University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± and the University of Connecticut (UConn) are developing closer connections to build mutually beneficial academic and scientific capabilities.

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First steps towards a new vaccine for childhood ear infections

Photo of Dr Erin Brazel and Dr Carla Gallasch

University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± researchers have started work on developing a new vaccine that could help ward off painful ear infections in children.

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Competitive cuts for horses

Photo of a horse showing hairs around the nose and mouth.

A new University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± study has revealed people who compete with their horse are more likely to trim hairs around the ears and muzzle on their horses, despite welfare concerns.

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Antibiotic-resistant superbugs threaten global health

Research Tuesday

In this latest Research Tuesdays event, Superbug Solutions, University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± researchers Katharina Richter and Andrea McWhorter will explain the serious impact of antibiotic-resistant bacteria on global health and explore the research being conducted to deliver solutions.

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University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± and Babcock team up to boost defence talent and skills

Babcock MOU

A new partnership between the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± and Babcock Australasia (Babcock) is set to accelerate Australia’s critical defence industry workforce to support the biggest and most ambitious defence agenda in the nation’s history.

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Indigenous language and song projects awarded grants

The University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± Kaurna Learning Circle

Two University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± projects that aim to continue supporting the process of reclamation and revitalisation of Indigenous language and song in South Australia have been awarded funding. 

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