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Women undergraduates win defence scholarships
Five women undergraduates from the University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ have won scholarships to help them continue their science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)-related studies.
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Minimising the impact of frost-bite on Aussie crops
Spring radiation frost is estimated to cost Australian grain growers $360 million in direct and indirect losses every year. In a paper published in researchers at the University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ and the University of Wollongong have ranked the susceptibility to frost damage in wheat and barley germplasm (seed and tissues) under frost prone landscapes across Australia.
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US’s influence on Australia’s illegal pet trade
In a study published in , researchers at the University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ compared the illegal smuggling of live reptiles – including lizards, snakes and turtles – into Australia, to the unregulated pet trade of reptiles in the United States (US), to understand better the drivers of illegal wildlife trade, and develop a framework for anticipating future trends in wildlife smuggling.
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University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ moves up in world uni rankings
The University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ has climbed in one of the world’s most prestigious university rankings.
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Alumni to receive tuition fee discount for postgrad study
The University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ is offering a 15% tuition fee discount to its alumni, across more than 120 eligible postgraduate programs.
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Echidnas, poop and creepy crawlies
Leading science communicators from the University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ will join forces with a local echidna ecologist, to share their expertise in echidnas and insects in a free, interactive workshop on Kangaroo Island, as part of National Science Week (14-22 August).
Experts help find a path to sustainable mining
Experts are helping the mining industry find a pathway to more efficient, green, sustainable and safer mining operations by transitioning to battery-supported electric vehicles (BEVs).
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Five Future Fellows awarded $4.5million
Five University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ researchers have collectively been awarded more than $4.5 million from the Federal Government to advance their work.
2021-22 English Premier League - winners and losers
The UK soccer season kicks off this weekend with the start of The English Premier League (EPL). Manchester City have a 29.0% chance of coming top this year according to the University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ’s Professor Steve Begg.
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Australia must improve trade strategy in face of China coercion
A new report from the University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ’s Institute for International Trade says China is guilty of economic coercion and discriminatory purchasing amidst souring relations with Australia.
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