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23 July 2024
AGRS e-News
Message from the HDR Liaison Officer
Dear HDR Students,
Until a couple of months ago I was an HDR student myself, sharing the long, but rewarding journey of conducting a higher degree by research. Now, I am thrilled to have the honour addressing you as the HDR Liaison Officer of the University of Adelaide. In my role I aim at enhancing the AGRS support and communication channels specifically for you, our valued HDRs. Whether you need guidance on a
administrative procedures, access to academic resources, or information on support services, we are here to assist and connect you with the appropriate channels. I encourage you to reach out to us with any questions, suggestions, or concerns you may have. We are here to support you throughout your journey towards academic excellence and personal growth.
Further, I would also like to welcome all new HDR students enrolled and having started their studies in Semester 2. An exciting journey awaits you ahead; make sure to relish every moment of it!
Lastly, AGRS is on social media platforms such as X (Twitter), LinkedIn and Instagram. Connecting with us on social media enables easy and prompt access to announcements about opportunities, activities and events taking place across the University related to all HDR students.
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Looking forward to connecting with you!
Stay warm and have a lovely day!
Dr Anna Fragkoudi
HDR Liaison Officer, BMid | MAppSci | PhD
Tip of the Month
Set Realistic Goals: Break down your work into smaller, manageable tasks. Setting weekly or monthly goals can help maintain progress and reduce overwhelm.
Make sure your goals meet the SMART method principles:
- Specific
- Measurable
- Acceptable
- Realistic
- Time-bound
3 Minute Thesis (3MT) Faculty Finals
Come along and be part of an exciting showcase of incredible research at the 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) Faculty Final Competitions! Join us to support our talented 3MT competitors as they take the stage to talk about their innovative research projects in just three minutes. Don’t miss this opportunity to cast your vote to determine the People’s Choice Winner of your Faculty.
Faculty of SET 15 August 2024; 2.00pm – 4.00pm, Ingkarni Wardli Conference Room - Level 7, Register here.
Faculty of ABLE 06 August 2024, 12.00pm – 2.00pm, Ligertwood, 231 Lecture Theatre, Register here.
Faculty of HMS, 08 August 2024, 2.00pm – 4.00pm, AHMS Building, G030 Lecture Theatre, Register here.
Celebrating Students' Success
Dean's Commendation for Doctoral Research Excellence - June 2024
We are delighted to announce the exceptional achievements of the students who have been honoured with the Dean's Commendation for Research Excellence for the month of June 2024. These individuals have demonstrated exemplary dedication, innovation, and scholarly excellence in their respective fields of study.
Congratulations to these exceptional students, whose achievements not only reflect their dedication to academic excellence but also their remarkable contributions to research. We look forward to witnessing the continued success and impact of these scholars in their respective fields.
Joel Lisk - Adelaide Law School
Hua Ma - School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Joshua Robinson - Adelaide Medical School
National Industry PhD Program
The Adelaide Graduate Research School congratulates our researchers who secured funding for collaborative PhD projects in the latest round of the National Industry PhD Program:
• Dr Jessica Grieger (Adelaide Medical School), whose collaboration with Repromed will help IVF clinics develop ways to screen the fluid within the women’s ovarian follicles to select healthier eggs for better embryo transfer, to improve pregnancy success rates.
• Prof Elaine Fox (School of Psychology), partnering with Brain Vector to explore how personalised virtual reality (VR) experiences can stimulate positive emotions, providing a non-pharmaceutical method for treating people diagnosed with clinical depression.
• Prof Ben Cazzolato, A/Prof Claire Jones, and PhD candidate Scott Jenkin (School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering), collaborating with Armor Australia to develop a new method for standardising stab-resistant Personal Protective Equipment, thereby improving safety standards and bolstering Australia's leadership in life protection innovation.
Postgraduate Scholarship Opportunities
The Adelaide Graduate Research School maintains a searchable database of available scholarship opportunities (both full scholarships and supplementary scholarships), funded by both the University of Adelaide and external funding bodies. While the majority of available scholarships are awarded as part of the standard admission and scholarship rounds for domestic and international students, some are awarded at different times throughout the year, and may have a separate application process.
Visit the Postgraduate Scholarships website regularly for up to date information on current scholarship opportunities.
Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship
Take your studies to the next level with a Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship.
Applications are now open for 2025 Westpac Future Leaders Scholarships, available to commencing postgraduate research students.
Apply now and you could receive:
- Up to $120,000 in flexible funding to support your studies
- Bespoke leadership training
- Up to six months of overseas travel; and
- Access to mentoring and networking experiences
Join the online information session 1.30pm AEST, Wednesday 7 August 2024. Register now.
Applications close 5:00pm AEST 29 August. Find out more.
Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM Scholarship
Applications close soon for the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering's Elevate: Boosting women in STEM scholarships for domestic postgraduate research students commencing in 2025.
Elevate scholarships support women and non-binary people studying postgraduate research degrees, and aims to address gender inequities in STEM through fostering industry-academia collaborations in research and business, growing professional skills in STEM and propelling scholars into leadership.
The Elevate program provides:
• A scholarship
• Access to events and networking
• Mentoring
• Wellbeing support during scholars’ university studies
Applications close 30 August 2024.
The Clare Burton Memorial Scholarship
The Clare Burton Memorial Scholarship was established to honour and continue the work of Dr Clare Burton, a leading researcher, public sector administrator, academic, consultant and writer on employment equity.
The student will receive a $10,000 one-off payment as a research allowance.
If you are a current research student at an Australian university, enrolled either full- or part-time in a research degree, pursuing research where the major piece of work is focused on gender equity, and you have completed at least the first milestone of your research degree you may be eligible to apply.
Applications close 9 September 2024.
More details and application form: QUT - Clare Burton Memorial Scholarship
University Library
Library research support workshops
The Library is running the following upcoming workshops.
Introduction to LabArchives Electronic Research Notebooks – 6 August, 9.30am
Learn how you can use LabArchives to manage data, capture and maintain research records and securely collaborate online; Register here
Growing Your Researcher Profile - 19 August, 10.00am
Learn tips and tricks to help ensure that your Researcher Profile demonstrates your achievements and impact; Register here
Open Access Publishing – 26 August, 11.00am
Learn more about options available for OA publishing, and OA licensing and copyright, and ensure that you are meeting funder and University OA requirements; Register here
HDR students are very welcome at all workshops. For any queries, please get in touch with the Liaison Librarians at liaisonlibs@adelaide.edu.au.
Student Health and Wellbeing
Mental Health Awareness Month Art Competition
All current University of Adelaide students are invited to participate in the 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month Art Competition. This year's theme emphasises the importance of developing resilience to navigate life's challenges. Whether through vibrant colours, symbolic imagery, or thoughtful composition, we want to see how students can convey the message of resilience in a single artwork. This is their chance to make a meaningful impact through art and contribute to the promotion of mental health awareness at the University of Adelaide.
Three students will have the chance to win $500! Mental health journeys are unique, and having multiple winners allows us to showcase a variety of perspectives, ensuring more voices are heard and celebrated.
Entry closes 4 August.
MATE: Become A Confident Bystander Training.
Want to become a confident bystander in an uncomfortable situation? Support yourself and others to identify and respond to problematic behaviours. MATE is a 3-hour prevention workshop about attitudes that drive gender-based violence, and actions we can all take to change culture. The next MATE course is taking place on Wednesday 31st July at 10am. Register here: MATE: Become a Confident Bystander | Humanitix
FREE Exercise Program and coffee sessions for Students starting July.
The wellbeing team is hosting a free exercise program for students to ‘Come and Try’ group fitness to improve their health and wellbeing. You can participate in Pilates, yoga, boxing, HIIT and more. There will be a free coffee session after every session, so you can debrief with your new exercise pals! Sessions will take place at the Fitness Hub on Tuesdays and Wednesdays between the 20th of July and the 18th of September. All participants will go into the draw to win a 6-month gym membership. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Check out more information and register for the classes you like here: https://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/wellbeing/campaigns/come-and-try-fitness-program
Florey Postgraduate Research Conference HDR promo event winner
At the recent Florey Postgraduate Research Conference, we welcomed several prospective HDR students who participated in our HDR promo event.
A big thank you to Adelaide University Fitness Hub for sponsoring the event! With locations at North Terrace, Waite, and Roseworthy campuses, be sure to explore their new facilities. We appreciate your generous support, Fitness Hub.
Congratulations to Chris Chang, the lucky winner of a 6-month membership to the Fitness Hub!
Children’s University School Holiday Program
During the July school holidays, Dr Agnes Arthur and some of our HDR students took part in the Children’s University School Holiday Program. This was a great chance for HDRs to hone their communication skills and connect with the community.
Primary school students (ages 5-14) enjoyed engaging presentations and interactive activities centred on health and medical science. Activities included simple experiments, exploring human organs, sensation and perception, nutrition, the cardio/respiratory system, memory and response, and even making a DNA helix model.
A big thank you to Dr Agnes Arthur and the HDR students for their invaluable contributions!
Dr Agnes Arthur, Reeya Patel, Rachel Chin, Luke Bland, Isabella Burdon, Victoria Prowse, Jane Morphett, Eliana Stanziano (Elisa Calabrese not pictured)
Primary school students participating in a “bacteria” experiment.
Primary School students exploring human organs
Respect. Now. Always.
The University seeks to promote an inclusive, respectful and fair environment for all people whilst engaged in University-related activities. A range of services are available to assist students who have safety concerns or have experienced bullying, sexual harassment or assault. For further information, help, or to report an incident, please visit the Safer Campus Community website.
As a student of the University, you can help to keep your campus safe by looking out for your own safety, and the safety of others and by conducting yourself in a manner consistent with the Student Charter. Remember that unacceptable behaviours such as Harassment, Discrimination, Bullying and Victimisation are not tolerated at the University.
Free, independent and confidential Counselling Service
Did you know that as a Postgraduate Student you are entitled to access counselling services provided to students at The University of Adelaide. To find out more information visit the Counselling Centre website.
Free and confidential Disability Service
As a Postgraduate Student you are also eligible for assistance from the Disability Service if you have a disability or ongoing medical condition. Information about the nature of your disability is not disclosed – information obtained from you about the functional impact of the disability is shared with academic staff solely for the purpose of assisting you with your studies. Details relating to the Disability Service and the on line registration process can be found on the Disability website.
Useful resources for staff can be found at the staff section of the Disability website.
Adelaide Graduate Research School Website Links
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