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- We're a synergy of four research intensive schools; thriving research centres and groups; and strong cross-institutional collaborations.
- Study science with us and get more than just a degree. Start your career and help shape the future by choosing science at The University of Adelaide.
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Our research
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Engagement & industry
Industry, researchers, STEM teachers, alumni, students, and future scientists... work with us to shape the future of science.
New and returning students, welcome to O'Week!
Starting 24 February 2020, O'Week is the time for you to explore the campus grounds, meet new people, and prepare for your University journey. Check out the course-specific and social events on your campus run by the Faculty of Sciences.
Our faculty & schools
The Faculty of Sciences is spread across three vibrant campuses. Explore our four schools who each specialise in areas of teaching and research.
Our co-location with major national and global research organisations keeps our researchers and students at the forefront of developing technologies and the latest discoveries in science.
School of Agriculture, Food & Wine
At the centre of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest hub of agricultural science, plant science and food and wine science.
School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences
World-class education and training to future animal and veterinary scientists in an intensive research environment.
School of Biological Sciences
Home to cutting edge research and teaching in ecology and environmental science, evolutionary biology and molecular and biomedical science.
School of Physical Sciences
A synergy of innovation and discovery in the fields of chemistry, earth sciences and physics.
Science news
Advanced fertiliser research forges ahead with new industry contract
Enhanced spreading, improved efficiency and reduced environmental impact will be the focus of continuing fertiliser research under a new five-year partnership agreement with US-based fertiliser producer The Mosaic Company.
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Scientists develop CT scanning technique for stress tolerance in wheat
Scientists have developed a computed tomography (CT) scanning method for screening large samples of wheat for drought and heat tolerance.
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The bush is a hive of activity, but let's not forget our native pollinators
The honeybee industry sustained considerable losses in the recent fires, but native species of bees, beetles, flies and birds are just as important for crops.
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01 Jan A summary of seminars and events hosted by the Department of Chemistry at the University of Adelaide. 31 Jan
Earth Sciences Seminars - 2020
A summary of seminars and events hosted by the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Adelaide. 28 Feb
Ecology and Evolution Series - Summer #4
This event covers the topics of conserving orchids in a changing climate; and how conservation actions can alleviate the effect of climate change on marine biodiversity. 06 Mar
Ecology and Evolution Series - Autumn
Free weekly science seminars consisting of punchy presentations by students and experts on the theme 'threatened species'. 10 Mar
Research Tuesdays: Firing Debate
As the smoke finally clears from a horrific bushfire season, we ask: what can, and should, we do differently to strategically manage our bushfire risk in future, given our climate will only become more hostile?