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MS research at Menzies boosted by significant new grant funding

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/ms-research-at-menzies-boosted-by-significant-new-grant-funding

23 Feb 2023: Four researchers from the University of Tasmania’s Menzies Institute for Medical Research are amongst the recipients of 22 grants awarded by MS Australia in its latest funding round for multiple sclerosis (MS) research, providing a major boost in
Tuning in to resilience for better music groups

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29 Aug 2022: Understanding how to create a learning environment that intentionally enhances the value members feel, which builds that resilience, has been the focus of University of Tasmania researchers working with Tasmanian Youth Orchestras (TYO), who believe
Tasmanian Devils and quolls are needed for ecosystem balance

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/tasmanian-devils-and-quolls-are-needed-for-ecosystem-balance

2 Nov 2022: University of Tasmania researcher Dr Matthew Fielding has discovered that quolls and Tasmanian Devils are needed for balance in the ecosystem. Dr Fielding spent several years studying the decline of quoll and Tasmanian Devil Populations on Flinders
Aboriginal designs bring connection to Country at Inveresk

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21 Jul 2021: The first building to open at Inveresk as part of the University’s redevelopment will be brought to life with the work of North-West Tasmanian Aboriginal artist Caleb Nichols-Mansell. Designs featuring grass-toned local wetlands, the blue-grey hues
Charitable trust makes enduring impact

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4 Apr 2023: The year before her death, Irene Phelps reflected on her life: the girl from a former gold mining town in northern Tasmania, who had started out sweeping floors at a women’s apparel store, had travelled the globe, established a new life in
How climate change will affect us all

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10 Nov 2022: A TEAM of University of Tasmania researchers exploring profitable, sustainable livestock businesses in an increasingly variable climate is warning farmers that the future is here. While concentrating on future climates, the reality of climate change
New short course illuminates workplace wellbeing

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21 Jan 2019: Unabated mental health issues in our workforce not only have a potentially huge impact on productivity, but are also deeply affecting on a personal level for millions of Australian employees. A new one-day short course from the Tasmanian School of
Prices vulnerable to logistics inefficiencies

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23 Aug 2022: Associate Professor Jiangang (Johnny) Fei from the Australian Maritime College has a pretty good idea exactly what it takes, having spent considerable time working in and studying the agriculture industry. As a 13-year-old he took up work on a farm,
Inspiring studies lead to renovation business revival

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19 Sep 2022: When Travis Nguyen chose to study a business elective for his undergraduate engineering course, he had no idea it would inspire him to revive his carpentry and handyman business, XPAN RENOS. After working as a carpenter for seven years, Travis
Conference showcases influence of research in regional areas

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24 Oct 2022: The diversity of education and research conducted in regional Australia will be celebrated at a conference in Devonport in November. The Celebrating the Impact of Regional Research and Education Conference will showcase the work of sociologists,
New Rhodes Scholar is dedicated to tackling environmental challenges

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/new-rhodes-scholar-is-dedicated-to-tackling-environmental-challenges

27 Oct 2022: There’s never a dull moment for Arts-Law graduate Samantha Climie, who is Tasmania’s 2023 Rhodes Scholar. Sam will study at the University of Oxford in the UK next year, undertaking a Masters in Environmental Change and Management. She is soon to
From greenkeeper to green pastures

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2021/1129-from-greenkeeper-to-green-pastures

22 Apr 2021: Taelyn Male’s agronomy career began on the bowling green. Growing up in Northern Tasmania, Taelyn began bowling at a young age and has played competitively across Australia ever since. While keeping up his bowls training, he started an
Prepare now for future success

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17 Apr 2020: During this global pandemic, you can take action to prepare yourself or your business to return stronger and more resilient. Here are some reasons why our Bachelor of Business (Accelerated)https://www. utas. edu. au/business-and-economics/study/bachelor
Menzies welcomes $10 million funding boost for MS

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/854-menzies-welcomes-10-million-funding-boost-for-ms

12 Apr 2019: The Menzies Institute Director, Professor Alison Venn, said the funding would make an enormous difference to its collaborative program which is working with the wider MS community, nationally and internationally, towards better prevention, treatment
Tax Time Tips from the Tax Clinic

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/tax-time-tips-from-the-university-of-tasmania-tax-clinic

28 Jun 2023: As we bid farewell to the 2022-23 financial year, the Director of the University of Tasmania Tax Clinic, Donovan Castelyn, has some top tips for people seeking guidance and support at tax time. While the end of financial year brings about sales,
How AMC set up Leigh for a global career

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18 Aug 2022: For Leigh Thompson, qualifications from the Australian Maritime College have unlocked each stage of his career – from ashore shipping agent to Master at sea. From playing water sports as a kid to being an avid sailor, Leigh Thompson has always felt
Assisting Tasmanian farmers drives Hannah to great heights

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20 Apr 2021: When pursuing a career in agriculture, helping Tasmanian farmers at the grass roots of production was always Hannah Cummins’ top priority. Now graduated from the University of Tasmania and working as agronomist – or ‘crop scientist’ – with
Next Generation of Young Leaders in Singapore on Exchange

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21 Sep 2022: A team from the University of Tasmania has partnered with Westpac Scholars to take a delegation of 50 university students overseas for a week-long leadership development program in Singapore. The students are recipients of the Westpac Asian Exchange
From TB to COVID-19 and back again

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13 Dec 2023: Dr Clare Smith’s face is beaming. She’s standing in front of a small silver plaque fastened to a white brick wall. Underneath the name of her department, Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, are two words that signal the start of a new chapter in
Young Tasmanians encouraged to pursue careers in agriculture

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19 Jul 2023: With six jobs to every agricultural science graduate in Australia, recent graduates from the University of Tasmania’s Bachelor of Agricultural Science are spoilt for choice and taking their pick of exciting jobs here in Tasmania and around the
River’s Edge building opens in Launceston

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28 Jul 2023: The University of Tasmania’s new Launceston campus has reached a milestone today (Friday, 28 July) with the opening of the River’s Edge, a state-of-the-art learning and teaching facility for students and staff in the North. Vice-Chancellor
Mastering Accounting took Lewis from Malaysia to Tasmania via Coventry

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/mastering-accounting-took-lewis-from-malaysia-to-tasmania-via-coventry

29 Nov 2023: As a child growing up in Malaysia, Lewis Ooi always knew he wanted to experience life in a western country. And, ultimately, it was a semester studying in the UK that put him on his path to studying his Master of Professional Accounting at the
Naval gazing: ship design by the numbers

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1 Sep 2022: The Bachelor of Maritime Engineering was the perfect fit for Thomas Rehrmann, who wanted to combine his mathematical skill with a love of the water. Launceston’s Thomas Rehrmann says he has always had a head for science and mathematics and knew for
New age of Antarctic exploration

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8 May 2023: People often look at me oddly when I mention that my research focuses on Antarctica. It’s not what they expect from a humanities academic. That’s understandable. Antarctica is the only continent where humans have never lived permanently. But the
Busting the myths surrounding gifted learners

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/921-busting-the-myths-surrounding-gifted-learners

13 Sep 2019: What does it actually mean to be gifted? And how can we make sure we support gifted students? Dr Amanda J. Harper is an award-winning educator and is leading the University of Tasmania’s new online short course, Understanding Gifted Learners:
Students receive $150,000 to pursue passion in sustainable agriculture

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/students-receive-$150,000-to-pursue-passion-in-sustainable-agriculture

29 May 2023: The future looks bright for agricultural science students who were awarded scholarships totalling almost $150,000 to pursue their passion of contributing to a sustainable future for Tasmania’s agriculture and food sector. Director of the Tasmanian
Building a new career in physical education

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/building-a-new-career-in-physical-education

28 Oct 2022: Studying to become a Health and Physical Education (HPE) teacher was as much a lifestyle choice as it was a career choice for Jamie Pullen. Currently studying his Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education) at the University of Tasmania in
Accountancy and the path to net zero

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8 May 2023: Accountancy has a reputation as a backroom – perhaps even a boring – profession. But that’s all changing. Accountants are leading and guiding organisations dealing with the climate crisis, helping to create a better future for us and coming
$6.4 million boost for cool climate horticulture growers

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/$6.4-million-boost-for-cool-climate-horticulture-growers

29 Sep 2022: Scientists are giving Aussie horticulture growers in cooler climates the opportunity to participate in a $6. 4M research trial program to help industry adapt to climate change. Being delivered through Hort Innovation and led and co-funded by the
Breath of life for respiratory research

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19 Dec 2018: Acute lung injury and acute respiratory distress syndrome claim more than 3000 Australian lives each year and have mortality rates of approximately 30 per cent. Help is potentially at hand through mechanical ventilation, but the barrier to this
City study a gateway to opportunity for business student

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16 Sep 2022: Only four days after his final exam, University of Tasmania graduate James Holland was already starting his post-University career just an elevator ride away from his classroom. A third-year Bachelor of Business student at the time, James’ journey
Launcestonian and Nigerian, Reuben’s background gives him a unique…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/reuben-yakubu

4 Aug 2023: Born and raised in Launceston, but with a multicultural background, Reuben Yakubu has both a deep fascination with local stories, and a unique perspective when it comes to telling them. Reuben is studying his Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Theatre
Research partnership to yield results

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12 Dec 2022: The research is being undertaken by the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture and aims to increase the yield of cannabinoids that have potential for medicinal application. Martha Jane Medical is an Australian medicinal cannabis company focused on
Alice turns her sporting passion towards teaching

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/alice-turns-her-sporting-passion-towards-teaching

31 Oct 2022: If there is any such thing as a teaching dynasty, Alice Robinson definitely belongs to one. Currently studying her Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education) at the University of Tasmania, Alice already has a lot of teachers in the
Business and studies side-by-side

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/business-and-studies-side-by-side

17 Aug 2022: Bree Franklin secured a job in her chosen field before she even finished her bachelor’s degree, thanks to an internship she completed in the heart of Hobart. Bree enjoyed business studies at college and knew she wanted to pursue that career path at
On screen, on air and on stage, Emily lives to perform

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/on-screen-on-air-and-on-stage-emily-lives-to-perform

14 Dec 2023: From working as a weather presenter on a Tasmanian news bulletin, to her current career as a breakfast radio personality on the Gold Coast, Emily Jade O’Keefe has always followed her dream. “I am living the exact life I wanted! Not everyone can
Bumper funding for research into Epstein-Barr virus and multiple…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/bumper-funding-for-research-into-epstein-barr-virus-and-multiple-sclerosis-connection

13 Jul 2023: The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) has announced $2 million in funding for new multiple sclerosis (MS) research at the Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, providing a further boost to its MS Research Flagship’s
Regional Tassie student? There's now more support for you to study

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/920-regional-tassie-student-theres-now-more-support-for-you-to-study

12 Sep 2019: Are you a Tasmanian student studying agriculture or business next year at the University of Tasmania? There’s now more financial support to help you have a great study experience. There are now eight scholarships providing up to $160,000 in
Olivia's growing ambition

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/916-olivias-growing-ambition

25 Aug 2019: Olivia Woodiwiss has always loved agricultural life and has fond memories growing up on her family’s hobby farm in Pipers River, Northern Tasmania. Now, she is one of the first cohort of 35 students to graduate with an associate degree from
Educating incarcerated young people - the case for social justice

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/educating-incarcerated-young-people-the-case-for-social-justice

21 Jul 2023: A team of researchers from Victoria University (VU), the University of Tasmania and Deakin University have identified the challenges of educational provision in youth justice centres as well as how improvements can be made. For children and young
Never give up on finding your dream job

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2021/1110-never-give-up-on-finding-your-dream-job

25 Feb 2021: Work Ready ProgramThe Work Ready Program combines your Master of Professional Accounting or Master of Professional Accounting (Specialisation) degree with a guaranteed corporate internship placement, regular mentoring, work experience, networking
Researchers keen on quinoa's salty secret

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/446-researchers-keen-on-quinoas-salty-secret

30 Oct 2017: A new study into the breeding of salt-tolerant crops has made an important finding, which could prove instrumental in long-term efforts to address global food security. The research, published in the journal Cell Research, found that quinoa, which
Menzies Institute secures NHMRC funding in important research areas

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2017/430-menzies-institute-secures-nhmrc-funding-in-important-research-areas

13 Oct 2017: The Menzies Institute for Medical Research has received close to $650,000 in research funding, as part of the latest National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) grants. A fellowship grant of $318,768, was awarded each to Dr Kimberley Pitman
Drawing inspiration from Country and culture

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15 Aug 2022: The creations of Tasmanian Aboriginal artist Caleb Nichols-Mansell can now be found at Inveresk Library after he was commissioned to design feature carpets for the building’s interior. A proud and deep connection to Country and culture is the
Reconciliation among major projects for Law alumnus

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/reconciliation-among-major-projects-for-law-alumnus

25 Aug 2023: Simon Taskunas is a senior commercial lawyer with over 25 years of legal advisory and transaction experience assisting corporate and government clients, fund managers, investors and developers throughout Australia and Asia. His work includes advising
Food safety, storage, shelf life and transport the focus of globally…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/food-safety,-storage,-shelf-life-and-transport-the-focus-of-globally-connected-project

14 Oct 2022: A new research project, led by Tom Ross, Professor in Food Microbiology at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA), is being praised for its potential to reduce food waste and increase food safety and security. Better Production, Better Nutrition
Building a link between obesity and infertility

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2018/804-building-a-link-between-obesity-and-infertility

18 Dec 2018: Ye He was working at a medical clinic in China when she realised a lot of women struggling to conceive a child were obese. It was an observation that led Ye to devote her postgraduate research to establishing a link between obesity and fertility. Ye
Sustainability at the foundation of new Inveresk campus

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2022/sustainability-at-the-foundation-of-new-inveresk-campus

11 Aug 2022: When the University of Tasmania embarked on establishing a new campus at Launceston’s Inveresk Precinct, a pledge to prioritise sustainability was made. The three newest buildings coming to life on site have been innovatively imagined and designed
Economics with experience

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/942-economics-with-experience

7 Oct 2019: Scottish essayist Thomas Carlyle wrote in the nineteenth century that economics was ‘the dismal science” because of its pessimistic outlook for mankind. But for University of Tasmania Economics Honours graduate Peter Legg, it’s anything but
Laying the groundwork for a career in agriculture

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2019/949-laying-the-groundwork-for-a-career-in-agriculture

14 Oct 2019: Tasmania is an agriculture powerhouse, containing a broad and dynamic industry that provides opportunities from paddock to plate. After attending the University of Tasmania’s Feed your Mind, Feed the World experience in 2018, Katie Zarb was so