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University Activities
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Cellulose glitter found to be environmentally safe and sustainable, outshining plastic alternatives
Glitter is a major pollutant, with the microplastics commonly found in sewage sludge and wastewater, but nowresearchers have identified a type of sustainable glitter that has no impact on the environment.
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University of Melbourne ranked 39 in world by Times Higher Education
The University of Melbourne has been ranked 39 in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings released today.
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Myanmar expert Professor Sean Turnell awarded 2024 Dunlop Asialink Medal
Economist and Myanmar expert Professor Sean Turnell has been honoured as the recipient of the 2024 Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop Asialink Medal.
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Research reveals potential of Melbourne’s 1,600km of green corridors
The University of Melbourne, in collaboration with not-for-profit design practice OFFICE, has identified underutilised green corridors across Greater Melbourne that have the capacity to be transformed into biodiverse habitats and green public spaces.
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Professor Emma Johnston AO appointed new Vice-Chancellor
University of Melbourne Chancellor, Jane Hansen AO, today announced the appointment of Professor Emma Johnston AO as the 21st Vice-Chancellor of the University of Melbourne.
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Alarm on nicotine pouch use amid nationwide vape crackdown
A new survey of young Australians has revealed that an alarming 25 percent of respondents have used nicotine pouches, raising concerns among public health experts of a new wave of addictive and illegally sold nicotine-based products.
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More accurate El Niño Southern Oscillation forecasts developed
Australian climatologists closely monitor atmospheric and oceanic conditions to assess the risk of El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) events occurring, which can lead to devastating natural disasters, however these predictions have become somewhat delayed in recent years.
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Partnership renewal highlights music and education at every level
The University of Melbourne has extended its exclusive partnership with the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) for another seven years, with students, staff, and Victorian primary school students among the primary beneficiaries. Launching in 2025, the year of the ACO's 50th anniversary, this renewed partnership will combine the world-class musical expertise of the ACO with the University’s educational excellence and wide-reaching influence.
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Bringing endangered bugs back to Taungurung grasslands
One-hundred endangered grasshoppers have been released at protected grasslands on Taungurung Country, where they haven’t been seen in six decades.
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University of Melbourne tells senators it stands against all forms of racism
University of Melbourne Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Nicola Phillips will today appear before a Senate Inquiry into Antisemitism at Australian universities, alongside other vice-chancellors.