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Financial assistance for keen agriculture students

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/financial-assistance-for-keen-agriculture-students

25 Sep 2024: Students from Bothwell District High School in Tasmania’s Central Highlands recently gained an insight into what a career in agriculture looks like, and it was made possible by a transport grant from the University of Tasmania. The year 7 to 10
Tasmanian ag leadership program celebrates new graduates

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24 Sep 2024: 15 leaders in the Tasmanian agriculture sector have graduated from an innovative career development program with new practical skills and knowledge to thrive and lead in a changing climate. The Enable Program is a joint initiative of the Tasmanian
Passion for health begins at home

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10 Apr 2019: It wasn’t until he studied at university that Timothy Kariotis fully gained an understanding of why people from his hometown in Devonport, Tasmania were experiencing poor health. Since completing the Master of Public Health at the University of
Catherine Walker: Pioneering Healthcare Redesign on the Gold Coast

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23 Sep 2024: Catherine Walker: Pioneering Healthcare Redesign on the Gold CoastIn the bustling corridors of Gold Coast Health, Catherine Walker stands as a beacon of innovation and dedication. As a Nurse Manager of Professional Practice, Catherine’s journey
Architecture students triumph in national Super Studio design…

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12 Sep 2024: A trio of University of Tasmania architecture students has won the National Super Studio Design Competition, showcasing an innovative approach to disaster relief housing. More than 80 teams from 20 universities across the country designed “radical
University of Tasmania joins forces with The Quoin in significant…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/university-of-tasmania-joins-forces-with-the-quoin-in-significant-conservation-partnership

23 Sep 2024: In a significant move to protect Tasmania’s unique environment, the University of Tasmania has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Quoin, a prominent conservation property in the Tasmanian Midlands. The MOU outlines a series of
Spotlight on Dr Matias Thomsen, Lecturer in Law

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24 Sep 2024: Matias Thomsen is a Lecturer in Criminal Law and Evidence and a Senior Legal Advisor for the Global Desk of the Diakonia International Humanitarian Law Centre. Matias’ research interests include international humanitarian law; international
Student sustainability champion receives Green Gown Award

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4 Dec 2023: Through her education and research into slavery and exploitation, Trisha has positively influenced sustainability policy and procurement behaviour, resulting in a highly commended award in the 2023 Green Gown Awards Australasia for her
VET graduate sails into promising maritime career

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6 Sep 2024: Australian Maritime College (AMC) student Oliver Styles has navigated his way to a coveted Trainee Integrated Rating position with Strait Link, thanks to an innovative VET program. Oliver Styles Starting with the Certificate I in Maritime Operations
Professor Tim Brodribb joins Australia’s most esteemed scientific…

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5 Sep 2024: The University of Tasmania’s Professor Tim Brodribb will present his groundbreaking research on plant physiology at this year’s Science at the Shine Dome, where he will be formally inducted as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of
First 1000 Days project aims to support North West families

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11 Sep 2024: Recognising the vital role that early learning plays in giving children the best possible start, the North West First 1000 Days project is dedicated to engaging and supporting families during this crucial developmental period. This initiative is a
Meet Ernie, the wedge-tailed eagle who didn’t want to leave home

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7 Sep 2024: It turns out leaving the nest can be challenging, even for our feathered friends. Researchers from the University of Tasmania have discovered that, contrary to the previous belief that wedge-tailed eagles leave their parents' territory about five
Young scientists uncover the secrets to plant survival at Festival of …

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5 Sep 2024: As concerns about climate change grow, a group of young scientists at the 2024 Festival of Bright Ideas (FOBI) aimed to ease fears by showcasing the resilience of plants. At the Plant Detectives stall, researchers from the ARC Centre of Excellence
Managing botrytis in wine grapes

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16 Sep 2024: Botrytis bunch rot disease continues to be a major production constraint at many wine growing sites in Tasmania. The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is working with industry to address the problem and boost productivity and profitability
Rabbit ‘invasion’ the focus of Paris art residency

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11 Sep 2024: Invasive pest in Australia, threatened species at home – portrayals of the European rabbit will be the focus of a Paris residency for Hobart artist Robyn Higgins. Higgins has been awarded the $10,000 Mary Maxwell Travel Scholarship in Creative Arts
Saving Tassie’s iconic species

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24 May 2024: Tasmanian devils and emerging researchers benefit from long-term donor passion For pharmacist Roger Tall, encountering Tasmanian devils was a regular part of growing up in Orford on the East Coast of Tasmania. “We frequently sighted devils up and
Fulbright scholars awarded for US study

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14 Feb 2024: Three academics and alumni from the University of Tasmania have been recognised with prestigious Fulbright Scholarships. In areas across climate change communication, artificial intelligence in medicine and contemporary voice, the researchers will be
Chloe’s nursing studies and cricket career co-exist, literally a word …

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19 Sep 2024: When international cricketer Chloe Abel wants to achieve something, she really commits. Even from the other side of the world, living in London, and while training for this year’s T20 Cricket World Cup, she continues to study her Bachelor of Nursing
Insights into Tasmania's agricultural industry

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9 Sep 2024: Bachelor of Agricultural Science students at the University of Tasmania have been given a behind-the-scenes look at Tasmania’s agricultural industry. Last week 28 students took part in a three-day camp to visit agricultural businesses in the
Better prepared to succeed

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5 Sep 2024: Dr. Matthew Fielding’s non-traditional journey into academia began in his hometown in Ulverstone. He’s come a long way since then, now inspiring and connecting with students through his role as a Teaching Fellow at the University of
Finding a place in Pharmacy

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/1066-finding-a-place-in-pharmacy

6 Oct 2020: At school, Daniel Hoyle was interested in rugby, athletics and playing in bands. He also enjoyed studying chemistry, biology and maths, which led to his interest in how chemicals work in the body. When Daniel finished year 12, he didn’t know what
RAN celebrates new Paramedicine graduates

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22 Mar 2024: In a collaborative effort since 2016, the University of Tasmania has partnered with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) to offer a specialised Clinical Managers course tailored for Navy personnel. The program accommodates individuals with diverse
Find you can be first in your family

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28 Aug 2024: Driven by her passion for helping others – and growing up surrounded by others in healthcare – Kasey Marshall said she felt nursing was always her calling. “I feel like it's part of my personality,” she said. “And the way my mum and dad
Researcher takes up fight against oxalis

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24 Jan 2024: View or download the project factsheet (PDF 376. 5 KBThis article was written by Karolin MacGregor and was published in Tasmanian Country Newspaper on 12 January 2024. It is fast becoming one of Tasmania's most invasive weeds but at this stage not
Giving back to our seas

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24 May 2024: Hobart is a long way from Alberta, Canada, but for University of Tasmania PhD student Kianna Gallagher it is just the ticket for a project investigating the relationship between humans and oceans. Kianna is particularly interested in how people can
Even Low Levels of Air Pollution Are Harmful to Health

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2021/even-low-levels-of-air-pollution-are-harmful-to-health2

29 Mar 2021: Growing evidence outlined in a newly published position statement from the Centre for Air pollution, energy and health Research (CAR), and led by Professor Graeme Zosky from the University of Tasmania’s Menzies Institute for Medical Research,
Highlighting the diverse options for agricultural science graduates

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/highlighting-the-diverse-options-for-agricultural-science-graduates

3 Sep 2024: Like all Bachelor of Agricultural Science graduates at the University of Tasmania, former student Oliver Gales, had a wide range of career options in front of him. “I chose agricultural science thinking that I appreciated how diverse the career
Tasmania's the ticket to Pierre's sustainable lifestyle

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2023/from-economics-to-the-business-of-environmentalism

11 Jan 2023: When Pierre Defourny and his wife considered where to raise their 19-month-old twins, Tasmania was the choice location – and for more than just the lifestyle. Originally from Belgium, Pierre found his introduction to Australia working in Canberra
A world of opportunity for food science graduates

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9 Sep 2024: Moving across the world and embedding yourself in a new culture, education system and community is a huge decision to make, and it’s one that has paid off for these food science graduates. Fatimah Umatiya, originally of India, and Pratima Karki,
New sim space delivers real-world experience for students

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13 Jun 2024: A new training facility is providing real-world experience for health and medicine students. The new Hobart Simulation Centre, at MSP, is a state-of-the-art training facility which replicates a home environment with a bedroom, living room, kitchen
Student-designed Foodies program helps those struggling to access…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/student-designed-foodies-program-helps-those-struggling-to-access-good-food

17 Jun 2024: Health sciences’ students are providing their expertise to assist their peers. In collaboration with the University’s Sustainability team, third-year Nutrition Science students designed a UTAS Foodies Program to help students experiencing food
Students' skills put to the test in trauma weekend

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28 Mar 2024: Medical students from across Tasmania recently converged for the first time in Launceston for an interactive trauma workshop. One hundred and five final year medical students were be joined by 15 paramedicine students for the two-day course designed
Rankings rise for Earth Sciences

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25 Jul 2017: The Discipline of Earth Sciences and the CODES – ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits have been ranked equal second in Australia in the recent Shanghai rankings. Some of CODES’ HDR candidates tell us why studying geology truly rocks. Josh
Tasmanian researchers share in national funding

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2021/tasmanian-researchers-share-in-national-funding

5 Nov 2021: Dr Carlie Cullen and Dr Barbara de Graaff from the University’s Menzies Institute for Medical Research, and Dr Catherine Blizzard from the Tasmanian School of Medicine, have each been awarded funding for research projects. The funding will support
Future doctors swap city for countryside during Rural Week

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2 Sep 2024: University of Tasmania medical students swapped the city for the countryside recently as a part of their education and training to become doctors. Year 2 Rural Week (26th August – 30th August) is an annual program that places more than 120 second
Reducing nitrogen on dairy farms without impacting productivity

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/can-on-farm-nitrogen-use-be-reduced-without-impacting-productivity

22 Jul 2024: What happens to productivity on a pasture-based dairy farm when nitrogen fertiliser is halved or eliminated?Researchers at the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) are looking for practical solutions to this question and preliminary results are
New website helps older people stay active at home

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2020/new-website-helps-older-people-stay-active-at-home

5 May 2020: Launched today by a collaboration of Australian clinicians and physiotherapy researchers from 10 universities, institutes and health services, the Safe Exercise at Home website shares simple functional exercises and gives ideas of safe ways for
Calvin Christian School wins 2024 Science and Engineering Challenge…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/calvin-christian-school-wins-2024-science-and-engineering-challenge-grand-finals

30 May 2024: After conquering their regional heats, 8 teams of Year 9 and 10 students battled it out for top honours in the state grand finals of the annual Science and Engineering Challenge held in Launceston, Monday 27 May. Calvin Christian School took out the
Shaping the future of STEM facilities in southern Tasmania: a…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/shaping-the-future-of-stem-facilities-in-southern-tasmania-a-collaborative-workshop-update

28 Aug 2024: On 13 August, the University of Tasmania hosted an Appreciative Inquiry workshop to discuss the future needs of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) facilities in Southern Tasmania. The event brought together 65 participants, including
Spa-like shelters offer hope for frogs battling fatal fungal disease

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/spa-like-shelters-offer-hope-for-frogs-battling-fatal-fungal-disease

28 Jun 2024: An international team of researchers has developed spa-like shelters to help endangered frogs survive chytridiomycosis, a deadly fungal disease that has already wiped out at least six amphibian species in Australia and threatens many more
From classroom to console: students launch PlayStation 5 game

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/from-classroom-to-console-students-launch-playstation-5-game

28 Jun 2024: Students from the University of Tasmania have teamed up with local game development studio Giant Margarita to launch Party Poppers on the PlayStation5. This innovative game, following the success of Party Golf and Party Crashers, showcases the
Wildlife scientist David Hamilton selected for ABC Top 5 media…

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/wildlife-scientist-david-hamilton-selected-for-abc-top-5-media-residency

5 Jul 2024: Dr David Hamilton has been recognised as one of Australia’s top emerging academic communicators after being named as one of ABC’s Top 5 researchers for 2024 in the Science category. Each year, the residency puts out a call to Australia's higher
Moira Finch, Prof Honours (Leadership Health and Human Services) 2021

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9 Oct 2023: “People caring for people” is a mission statement that rings true for Moira Finch, who this year took up her dream job as CEO of Port Macquarie Private Hospital, a service she is passionate about. Moira was appointed to the top job having worked
Extreme bushfires increasing in number and intensity

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/extreme-bushfires-increasing-in-number-and-intensity

25 Jun 2024: Extreme bushfires have more than doubled in frequency and intensity over the past two decades, according to a global study from the University of Tasmania. Published in the journal Nature Ecology and Evolution, the research reveals that six of the
Can innovation save us from the looming protein gap?

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/can-innovation-save-us-from-the-looming-protein-gap

10 Jul 2024: A paper by the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) highlights innovative strategies that could help countries around the world meet growing protein demands while reducing environmental impacts. As global populations and economies expand, the
Young Tassie Scientists embark on statewide science adventure

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/young-tassie-scientists-embark-on-statewide-science-adventure

5 Aug 2024: The 2024 cohort of Young Tassie Scientists (YTS) have set off on a journey to entertain schools and public audiences with a variety of seafaring, space-aged, and even stinky science presentations. The award-winning science outreach program has run
University wins $3.4 million for precision climate tracking project

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/university-wins-$3.4-million-for-precision-climate-tracking-project

28 May 2024: A world-leading oceanographer at the University of Tasmania has been awarded an Australian Research Council Australian Laureate Fellowship to develop precision tracking of changes in the Earth’s climate system as it responds to emission
Fine Art student’s climate study takes National Photography Prize

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/fine-art-students-climate-study-takes-national-photography-prize

27 Mar 2024: Fine Art PhD candidate Ellen Dahl has been awarded the prestigious $30,000 National Photography Prize 2024. Ms Dahl was awarded the prize for Four Days Before Winter, a selection from her PhD project completed in the School of Creative Arts and Media
Growing value from irrigation for Tasmanian agriculture

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/tia-irrigation-announcement

27 Aug 2024: The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) will undertake a three-year research program to boost sustainability and profitability for Tasmanian farmers through the efficient use of irrigation. The project 'Growing value from irrigation for
Promoting the benefits of a career in agriculture

https://www.utas.edu.au/about/news-and-stories/articles/2024/promoting-the-benefits-of-a-career-in-agriculture

29 Aug 2024: Agricultural science graduates are in high demand. In fact, it’s estimated there are six jobs to every graduate. The Agricultural Science Careers Forum on 30 August at the University of Tasmania in Hobart will provide an opportunity for Bachelor of

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