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Pint of Science 2024
- Date: Mon, 13, 7:00 pm - Wed, 15 May 2024, 9:00 pm
- Location: Wheatsheaf Hotel, 39 George St, Thebarton and Suburban Brew, 26-30 Provident Ave, Glynde
University of ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Êý¾Ý researchers will speak at three eventsÌýduring Ìýin ÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Êý¾Ý. , , and e. Monday 13 to Wednesday 15 May, 7–9 pm.ÌýWheatsheaf Hotel, 39 George St, Thebarton and Suburban Brew, 26-30 Provident Ave, Glynde. .
Research Tuesdays
- Date: Tue, 14 May 2024, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: The Braggs lecture theatre and online
Animal ethics,Ìýpresented by and .ÌýWhat does it mean to recognise that animals, from house cats to dairy cows, experience feelings just like ours? Does acknowledging the emotional complexity of other living beings change our responsibilities toward them?. Tuesday 14 May, 5.30–6.30 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus and . .
Microplastics in Australian seafood
- Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
- Location: Online
Are you curious about the impact that microplastics may have on seafood? Hosted by Ìýand featuring Professor Bronwyn Gillanders (School of Biological Sciences), this free virtual webinar will discuss the current situation in Australia and overseas, the potential risks and implications associated with microplastics, how they impact the species directly, and how the risk can be managed or minimised. Friday 17 May, 11 am to 12.30 pm, online. .Ìý
Reframing stress masterclass
- Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Online
You probably want to avoid stress at all costs. But not all stress is bad! In fact, we need some stress to perform at our best, as it can help increase focus and attention.ÌýOn top of this, research suggests that it might be the way we view stress that may be causing us more harm than the amount of/severity of stressors we experience. If we change our mindset towards stress, we can change our body’s response to it. Friday 17 May, 12-1 pm, online.ÌýMore information and register.Ìý
School of Psychology Research Seminar
- Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: Room 526, Hughes building, North Terrace campus and via Zoom
On the quest to understand the potential of Virtual Reality.ÌýAssociate Professor Tobias Loetscher (University of South Australia) will present on using virtual reality to create more ecologically valid neuropsychiatric tests, applications for improving wellbeing, and tools for more authentic assessments. Friday 17 May, 1 pm. Room 526, Hughes building, North Terrace campus, or to attend via Zoom.
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J.M. Coetzee: A Public Reading
- Date: Fri, 17 May 2024, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: The Braggs lecture theatre
Nobel Laureate J. M. Coetzee will give a free public reading from his work followed by a reception in the foyer, hosted by the J. M. Coetzee Centre for Creative Practice. Friday 17 May, 6–7.30 pm. The Braggs lecture theatre, North Terrace campus. .
UniSuper webcast – Managing your financial wellbeing
- Date: Tue, 21 May 2024, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
- Location: Online
Knowing the ins and outs of investing and better managing your debt can help alleviate anxiety and empower better financial decision-making. Tuesday 21 May, 12:30–1.30 pm.ÌýMore information.
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SAiGENCI annual public lecture
- Date: Tue, 21 May 2024, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
- Location: The Braggs Lecture Theatre, North Terrace campus
Decoding cancer: How epigenetics could solve the cancer riddle.ÌýJoin us for an engaging lecture to unravel the mysteries of cancer. In this eye-opening session, our experts will unveil the fascinating connection between cancer and epigenetics. Tuesday 21 May, 5.30–6.30 pm, the Braggs Lecture Theatre. .Ìý
Robert Barr Smith A life of Power, Passion and Philanthropy
- Date: Mon, 27 May 2024, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus
Presented by Cheryl Hoskin, with a screening of award-winning short film, The Magic of Auchendarroch, introduced by Director Carolyn Corkindale. Monday 27 May, 6.30–8 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus. .
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C. Moraïtis Annual Hellenic lecture
- Date: Tue, 28 May 2024, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus
The Classics discipline at the University will holdÌýthe C. Moraïtis Annual Hellenic lecture with special guest speaker Professor Julia Kindt (Sydney University) discussing her new bookÌýThe Trojan Horse andÌýOther Stories.ÌýTen Ancient Creatures that Make Us Human, a study of humankind's relationship with animals. Tuesday 28 May, 7–8.30 pm. G04 lecture theatre, Napier building, North Terrace campus.
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