Waite Research Institute News
Plant discovery opens frontiers
Scientists discover biochemical mechanism fundamental to plant life that could have huge implications for biomedical, pharmaceutical, chemical and biotechnology industries.
On top of the world: Sciences research ranks high in ERA results
Science research at the University of Adelaide has reached new heights according to the 2018 Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) results released this week.
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Research to clear the air on smoke taint in wine
Researchers are investigating whether smoke from stubble burning has any effect on wine grapes.
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Plant & Food Research boost at Waite campus
A new industry partner at Waite campus is set to boost research and innovation in South Australia’s horticulture and agri-food sectors.
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Scientists buzzing after new bee discoveries
South Australian scientists including a bee expert from the University of Adelaide, have discovered 26 new species of native Australian bees.
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Plant scientists discover new complex carbohydrate in barley
The first new complex carbohydrate of its kind to be discovered in barley in more than 30 years has potential applications in food, medicine and cosmetics.
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Future science graduates to help solve food waste crisis
Study science and help fix Australia’s $20 billion food waste crisis.
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Scientists and staff rewarded for 2018 success
Some of the best minds in science received awards from the Faculty of Sciences at its end of year function in December.
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Wine researcher Roberta De Bei is our latest Superstar of STEM
A scientist who helps viticulturists worldwide to produce quality wine has been named among Australia's latest Superstars of STEM.
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Wild yeasts may hold key to better wines from warmer climates
Scientists have found yeasts that naturally occur on wine grapes may improve wines produced in warmer climates.
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