29 Aug 2019 Not-so smoky notes: researchers develop a non-invasive test for smoke contamination in vineyards Researchers from the universities of Melbourne and Adelaide have trialled a non-invasive model for detecting smoke contamination in grapevines, helping farmers to ensure quality production in increasingly challenging environments.
29 Aug 2019 Annual science award recognises life changing research The Australian Museum’s annual science award, the Eureka Prize has recognised multiple researchers and their work at the University of Melbourne.
29 Aug 2019 University appoints Deputy Vice-Chancellor Student Life The University of Melbourne has appointed a new senior executive to lead its focus on the student experience across its campuses.
29 Aug 2019 Dark matter to shed light on the universe The University of Melbourne has welcomed Federal Government funding of $35 million for an ARC Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics to search for dark matter.
29 Aug 2019 University welcomes almost $10 million for Centres of Research Excellence Transmissible disease control, improved outcomes for neurological disorders, adolescent health and chronic disease are the focus of four new Centres for Research Excellence at the University of Melbourne.
29 Aug 2019 Renewed cultural leadership for the University The University of Melbourne has appointed Rose Hiscock as Director of Museums and Collections. This new role will provide guidance and coordination to the University’s museums and galleries to showcase the University’s great cultural collections to the community and the world.
26 Aug 2019 Harnessing digital capabilities at Fishermans Bend for sustainable urban planning The Centre for Spatial Data Infrastructures and Land Administration (CSDILA) at the University of Melbourne has been selected by the Victorian Government to design and develop the ‘Digital Twin Demonstrator Project’ at the landmark urban renewal precinct – Fishermans Bend.
23 Aug 2019 University launches Indonesia strategy The University of Melbourne has launched a new strategy to build closer partnerships in Indonesia, increase joint research projects and help develop a world-class higher education system in the leading South-East Asian nation.
22 Aug 2019 Newborn babies sought for trial to reduce risk of developing allergies More than 750 Melbourne newborn babies are needed for a trial to test if it is possible to prevent the risk of developing childhood eczema and food allergies by applying a barrier skin cream, which researchers hope will stop allergic irritants penetrating infant skin.
21 Aug 2019 Vice-Chancellor attends historic graduation in Pune University of Melbourne Vice-Chancellor Duncan Maskell attended Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) to present certificates to the first cohort of students to graduate from the Blended Bachelor of Science (BSc Blended) program.