21 January 2025

AGRS e-News

Message from the Director

and – as always – emails from the Grad School and/or the AU Research Domain. Updates and Frequently Asked Questions can also be found on the Adelaide University website.

Additionally, please be reminded, the Grad School is here to support all of you, either face-to-face in the Schulz Building on Level 10 between 9am and 5pm or by email graduate.research@adelaide.edu.au and phone at 08 8313 5882. We will also continue with our informal lunchtime catch-ups every first Friday of each month. This is an opportunity to hear from us but also for you to ask any question about your study. Watch out for Zoom details to be sent on the day.

In 2025, we will continue with all the initiatives that were implemented in 2023/2024 such as the HDR social networking events, the HDR achievements awards, the HDR experience survey and the peer mentoring program.

Best Wishes,

Director | Adelaide Graduate Research School

Division of Research and Innovation

Tip of the Month

Start your year with a strategic plan! Break your year into quarters and set specific, achievable goals for each. 

Bonus Tip: Review your plan monthly and stay flexible—research rarely goes exactly as planned!

Celebrating Students' Success

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

• Taseef Farook – Adelaide Dental School

• Emily Filmer – School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences

• Zi Goh – School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences

• James Manson – School of Agriculture, Food and Wine

• Samira Pourhedayat – School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

• Simon Wildermuth – School of Psychology

HDR International Student Welcome Session

Date:                   Wednesday, 26 February 2025

Time:                10:00am - 12:00pm

Location:          Hughes 113

Students are invited to join Adelaide Graduate Research School (AGRS) and International Student Support (ISS) to:

• Find out important information on managing your candidature, leave conditions, support services, scholarships and more
• Hear from current HDR students about their experiences
• Network and make connections with other new HDR students

Register here

All international students who have commenced in the past three months are invited to attend.

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.

What can you expect?

• Dedicated, focused writing time
• Morning tea
• An opportunity to set personal goals and track your progress alongside peers

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.

You can find the dates for the next sessions here. Keep an eye on the website for updates!

Industry

Codan Founders' PhD Scholarship

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

PhD Internship Scholarship - Supashock

Are you a student from SET considering an internship? An opportunity, supported through an internship scholarship at a rate of $1,200 per week is available with Supashock.

An Australian advanced technology business, specialising in engineering design, validation, testing and manufacture of products for Defence, autonomous, mining and automotive markets, you will join Supashock’s Engineering team to design, test and develop products for Supashock’s advanced defence products. Students will become integral to the engineering team, contributing directly to deliverable products.

During the internship, you will undergo extensive mentoring in product development exposing you to design, product testing and manufacturing processes.  You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience while working on Supashock’s active suspension system for military vehicles. https://bit.ly/3C6cYYB

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.

2025 Endowment Funded Travel Scholarship Round

Are you presenting at a conference, collecting data or needing to purchase equipment in 2025?

The 2025 Endowment Funded Travel Scholarship Round is now open for applications. A range of scholarships are available to support HDR students with research costs such as travel, equipment, data, and data collection.

The following scholarships are on offer:

• Aldermann Kleeman Research Travel Scholarship in Geoscience
• AUGU/RC Heddle Award
• Bill Stuart Memorial Research Travel Scholarship in Petroleum Geoscience and Petroleum Engineering
• Charles and Frank Fenner Research Scholarship in Geographical and Environmental Studies
• Constantinos Moraitis Research Travel Scholarship in Classics, Archaeology and Ancient History
• Eric Rudd Memorial Research Travel Scholarship in Mineral and Petroleum Exploration
• Frank Perry Research Travel Scholarship in Engineering
• T.G. Wilson Research Travel Scholarship in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Further information, can be found at https://scholarships.adelaide.edu.au/Scholarships/postgraduate-research/all-faculties/endowment-funded-travel-scholarship-round.

Applications close 28^th February 2025.

Australian Federation of University Women SA Inc. (AFUW-SA) Graduate Women SA Trust Scholarships

Applications are now open for scholarships from the Graduate Women SA Trust Inc for women who are Australian citizens or permanent residents who are enrolled in a postgraduate Masters degree or who are undertaking a PhD. There are two available Masters scholarships valued at $3000 each and four available PhD scholarships valued at $6000 each. There are no restrictions on the field of study. The scholarships are intended to help students in the critical stages of completion of studies and selection criteria includes financial need, impact on progress, referee’s comments, how the funds will be spent and applicants’ academic profile and contribution to the academic and wider community. Closing date for applications is 31 March 2025. Please visit Graduate Women SA Trust Inc for more information and to download an application form.

University Library

Library training for HDRs

The Library has a range of training courses available for HDR students.

• Library Essentials for HDR Students: Learn how the Library supports HDR students. Enrol here.
• Copyright for HDR Students: Learn to identify copyright issues and make informed decisions about your research. Enrol here.
• Introduction to Advanced Searching: Learn to conduct systematic searching in a range of databases. Enrol here.
• Systematic Review Fundamentals: Learn the steps and workflow of a systematic review and troubleshoot search strategies. Enrol here.
• Managing your Research Data: Learn to prepare, organise, analyse, keep, and share your digital research data. Enrol here.
• Library EndNote Essentials: Learn how to use EndNote to manage your references. Enrol here.

Courses are self-enrolled and self-paced, with CaRST points available.

Other Library workshops for February

The Library’s 2025 program of workshops for researchers starts in February!

Data Management Planning Essentials - 11 February, 11.00am

Find out the benefits of data management planning, your planning obligations at the University of Adelaide, and how a data management plan can help you as a researcher; register here.

Introduction to Searching for Systematic Reviews (Health & Medical Sciences) – 27 February 11.00

Explore the systematic review process, focusing on literature searching in health; 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

Non-Library (relevant training)

Graduate Digital Research Fellowship 2025: Language Data Commons of Australia

The Language Data Commons of Australia invites applications for their 2025 Graduate Digital Research Fellowship program, which supports research students to explore the possibilities of digital scholarship.

During the 12-15 week program fellows learn digital skills to enhance their research/thesis topic or work on an independent project. Digital research methods include: computational text analysis, social media analytics, spatio-temporal mapping, Indigenous perspectives on digital research, or building relevant software tools.

Fellows participate in seminars and training, reading groups and independent study, meet regularly and have access to mentors. The program will be conducted online and students from any Australian university are eligible. 

Read about the 2024 program here. Applications due 14 February 2025, program starts in March. Submit an EOI. 

Wellbeing

Neurodivergent Study Skill Workshops Semester 1 2025 

Registrations are now open for the Neurodivergent Study Skill Workshops. The Neurodivergent Study Skills Workshops are facilitated by The University of Adelaide's Disability Support Services. These workshops are taught from a neuro-affirming and strength based approach by a neurodivergent facilitator and are a space for students to build community and learn from one another. The workshops discuss neurodivergent learning strategies broadly for all program types but have also incorporated some Higher Degree by Research strategies.  These workshops are open to all students, no matter their diagnosis status, and you do not need to be registered with Disability Support to attend.  Please feel free to refer your students to these workshops. Registrations and further information can be found here

Introducing the Upcycle Adelaide Closet – Opening February 4^th.

Are you prepping for a job interview, internship or professional event but need something new to wear?
The Adelaide Upcycle Closet provides free business and professional clothing to help you look and feel your best. We know that feeling confident in your appearance can make a difference, and we are here to ensure you are set for success.

Visit us in Napier Room 416 during semester from 12-3pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

**starting February 4^th, 2025

Browse our collection and take what you need – completely free of charge!

Further details available at the website: Upcycle Adelaide Closet | Student Health and Wellbeing | University of Adelaide

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

• Adelaide Graduate Research School Website
• Adelaide Graduate Research School Newsletters