22 October 2024

AGRS e-News

Message from the Manager, Graduate Studies

Dear HDR Students,

We want to celebrate your achievements! On Wednesday 20 November the AGRS will be holding an event on the Maths Lawns at North Terrace with free food and prizes, bringing together HDR students from across the University.

You might have presented at a conference, overcome adversity, got an award, been published or achieved something unique and special to you. Join us for an afternoon of food, fun, and a celebration of the incredible work you’ve all done!!

Take part in a game of celebration bingo, nominate your peers for prizes, or write your achievement on a leaf to hang on our Achievement Tree.

The event runs from 4 to 6pm and is open to all HDR students. Register here

Best Wishes,

Kieron Nolan

Manager, Graduate Studies

Tip of the Month

Update Your CV and Online Profiles: Regularly update your academic CV and professional profiles (like Aurora, Scopus, ResearchGate, Google Scholar, LinkedIn) with new achievements, publications, or skills.

Celebrating Students' Success

Dean's Commendation for Doctoral Research Excellence - September 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 September 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.

Dillon Brown - School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences
Luong Tran Anh Doan - School of Chemical Engineering
Gergely Duh - Adelaide Business School
Thomas Goodsall - Adelaide Medical School
Stephen Greenwood - School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences
Alexandra Stuart - School of Chemical Engineering
Ngoc Lan Tran - School of Social Sciences
Renjie Wu - School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences

Shut up & Write!

Attention HDR students! Looking for a focused, supportive environment to work on your thesis? Our ‘Shut Up & Write!’ sessions are designed to help you stay on track and make meaningful progress. These fortnightly sessions alternate between in-person meetings and online via Zoom, providing both flexibility and convenience.

What can you expect?

Dedicated, focused writing time
Morning tea at in-person sessions
An opportunity to set personal goals and track your progress alongside peers

Whether you attend in person or join us online, these sessions offer a valuable space to concentrate on your writing and share your journey with fellow students. Take this opportunity to move closer to completing your thesis.

Register for our first face-to-face session - https://events.humanitix.com/shut-up-and-write-session-6-november

The 2024 online Annual Review of Progress is now live!

The 2024 Annual Review is due by no later than 31 October 2024. We ask that you check your candidature record in MyAdelaide to see whether you are required to complete this milestone.

To inspire timely completion of the Annual Review, the Adelaide Graduate Research School (AGRS) is offering prizes from Just Bliss Chocolates: https://www.justbliss.com.au/ for the 1st, 50th, 100th, 200th, 300th, 400th and 500th annual reviews completed and submitted to the AGRS. An additional 3 students, randomly selected from amongst those completing their reviews prior to 31 October 2024, will also receive prizes.

Comprehensive information about the Annual Review can be found on the Adelaide Graduate Research School website, including our frequently asked questions.

HDR Social Networking

The AGRS are very happy to announce our HDR Social Networking events scheduled for October. These events are a fantastic opportunity for you to connect and engage with other HDR students not only from your school but also across your entire faculty. Please come and join us!

Why should you attend?

Networking: Meet and interact with fellow HDR students. Share your experiences, discuss your research, and learn from each other.
Collaboration: Discover potential areas of collaboration and broaden your academic network.
Refreshments: Enjoy light refreshments as you mingle and form new connections.

To find out more details and to register for an event within your faculty, please click on the following link: HDR Social Networking

Upcycle Adelaide Closet

Are you preparing for a job interview, internship or professional event but don't have the right attire? The Upcycle Adelaide Closet is here to help.

As part of the Student Health and Wellbeing team's World Mental Health Day event, The Upcycle Adelaide project's soft launch was held at the Barr Smith Lawns on 10^th of October. The pilot project, supported by Learning and Teaching, the Student Wellbeing team, and the Media Department, sources new or gently used professional clothing from faculty and staff to provide students with free garments for interviews, internships, and conferences. It's led and managed by six dedicated HDR students and alumni (Kate Roff, Megan Moon, Elmira Nouri, Ranjani Ragotham, Robert Boucaut, and Sebastian Morrison). With empty racks by the end of the day and a lot of interest, the soft launch was a huge success, and the team look forward to opening a permanent "closet" for the project in the Napier building soon. For more information, visit here.

Industry

Codan, a global leader in electronics solutions, is supporting exceptional PhD candidates in the fields of electrical and mechanical engineering to undertake applied research programs at the University of Adelaide, through the Codan Founders’ Scholarship program. The AGRS welcomes applications for an open opportunity under this program, for an industry PhD with Minelab, a leading manufacturer of hand-held metal detection technologies. The successful candidate will work with specialists at the University and Minelab to explore the use of semi-autonomous robots in metal detection. The successful candidate will receive a Codan Founders' Scholarship of $42,500 p.a., for 3.75 years, and undertake an internship at Minelab.

For more information including eligibility criteria please visit - https://bit.ly/3M200Nj

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.

Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) Grants

Applications are now open for the Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) 2024-2025 Grant Round. Up to $300,000 is available for both one-year and multi-year grants.

COALAR aims to enhance and strengthen links between Australia and Latin America in the priority areas of business, education, sustainability, tourism and cultural promotion.

Applications are open until 11:59pm (AEDT), Friday 25 October 2024.

Mawson Lakes Fellowship Program

The application deadline for the Mawson Lakes Fellowship Program (MLFP) has been extended until Friday 1 November 2024. Grants are available for the development of research collaboration in urban planning, urban design, environmental management and related disciplines between the three South Australian universities and three universities in Japan – Nagoya, Tsukuba and Waseda. For more information about the Program and application guidelines, please visit the MLFP website.

Australian Rotary Health PhD Scholarship Opportunity – Prevention of Chronic Disease within Aboriginal Communities

Australian Rotary Health is providing a scholarship opportunity to PhD students of Aboriginal Heritage undertaking research in prevention of chronic diseases within Aboriginal Communities. Scholarships are valued at $30,000 and are available from 1-3.5years, upon satisfactory annual progress reports. For more information, please visit: Australian Rotary Health PhD Scholarship Opportunity – Prevention of Chronic Disease within Aboriginal Communities | University Scholarships (adelaide.edu.au)

Applications close on 29 November 2024

Gates Cambridge Scholarship - Applications for 2025-26 entry now open

Scholarships for graduate study/research from one to four years at the University of Cambridge. Covers full cost of study at Cambridge plus airfare to and from the U.K. The selection criteria includes: outstanding intellectual ability; reasons for choice of course; a commitment to improving the lives of others; and leadership potential. The aim of the programme is to build a global network of future leaders committed to improving the lives of others. The closing date is dependent on your course – either 3 December 2024 or 7 January 2025. More information

University Library

Library research support workshops

The Library is running the following upcoming workshops.

Understanding predatory publishing - 28 October, 11:00am

Learn how to assess a journal or conference to identify whether it is legitimate, or might be predatory. Register here.

Advanced troubleshooting & translating searches for systematic reviews - 30 October, 11:00am

Advanced-level troubleshooting for researchers with a basic knowledge of systematic review searching techniques. 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.

Visualise your thesis 2024 Competition

Congratulations to Mel Ngyuen (School of Agriculture, Food & Wine) who took first place in this year’s Visualise Your Thesis competition at the University of Adelaide, with From your kitchen food scraps to your kitchen food wrap. Mel will receive $1000 and the opportunity to participate in the International competition currently being held.

Hussain Ahmad (School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences) won second place and the People’s Choice Award, and Claudia Martinez (School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences) won third place.

See the full list of winners and the Visualise Your Thesis entries for 2024.

Wellbeing

Mental Health Awareness Month

Caring for your mental health and wellbeing is a personal journey, and it can take different forms for everyone. Explore over 30 FREE engaging events and resources this October to find what works for you. Mental Health Awareness Month | Student Health and Wellbeing | University of Adelaide

Student Wellbeing Advisory Group volunteer program

Do you want to make a positive impact on student wellbeing at the University of Adelaide? We want to hear from you! 2025 Student Wellbeing Advisory Group volunteer program are now open! Apply here https://bttr.im/137jz and read more about the program here Student Wellbeing Advisory Group | Student Health and Wellbeing | University of Adelaide

FREE Laughing Yoga Session

Take a break from studying and join us for a fun session full of laughter and mindfulness TOMORROW. 4pm Wednesday 23^rd October. Register here: Laughing Yoga (humanitix.com)

MATE: Become a Confident Bystander

A bystander takes proactive steps to prevent, intervene or help when inappropriate behaviours occurs. Register for the free 3 hour training on Tuesday 29^th October here: MATE: Become a Bystander

Beat Stress and Boost Performance

Beat stress and boost your performance with meditation and yoga breathing techniques. Discover simple practices to help you stay calm, focused and ready to tackle yours exams at this free event on the 31^st of October. Meditation and Yoga Breathing for beating stress and boosting performance (humanitix.com)

Feeling the pressure of exams and study?

Visit the Wellbeing Hub for practical tips and strategies to stay balanced, manage stress, and perform your best during this busy time Student Health and Wellbeing | University of Adelaide

Volunteer at the Chihuly in the Botanic Garden

Join Chihuly volunteering activities at the Adelaide Botanic Gardens while immersing yourself in the enchanting beauty of nature. This event will give volunteers the opportunity to engage visitors and explore the work of the world’s most celebrated glass artist, Dale Chihuly. The team is particularly looking for international students to lead tours in their native language! A great way to enjoy the outdoors, meet new people and be a part of something truly special!

More information: Volunteer | Botanic Gardens

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.