Salmon farming potential solution to fuelling giant kelp forests
Giant kelp sucking up the nutrients of fish farming could be the solution to restoring forests, with early research results revealing 10 times the growth rate.
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‘Just dive in’: UTAS students in the midst of O-week
Student numbers across many categories have increased compared to last year as orientation week at UTAS starts to wrap up. The words of advice for new students.
Tasmanian project tries to solve Parkinson’s puzzle
A new world-class Tasmanian project will attempt to solve the mysteries behind Parkinson’s, but it needs help.
Massive black holes and jets: Life of a young Tassie science whiz
Georgia Stewart is part of a team uncovering the brightest mystery of the cosmos – which produces the most energetic outbursts observed in the universe since the Big Bang.
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Big visa change to fill Aussie skills shortage
Australia’s visa process is set for a major shake-up as part of a federal government policy reform. See what it means.
UTAS Masters graduate’s fascination with giant kelp
Nicole Currie’s unshakeable curiosity about giant kelp made her make the big leap to Tasmania to complete a Masters degree.
Leading scientist receives nearly $1m research grant
A leading University of Tasmania scientist has been awarded a prestigious grant to research Antarctic fast ice and develop new mapping and climate models.
Bazinga: Leading Tassie scientist nominated for top gong
A leading UTAS neuroscientist has been short-listed for a prestigious award deemed the Oscars of Australian science.
From car salesman to frontline worker: 63yo graduates as paramedic
Crowned the oldest student in his cohort, former car salesman- turned-paramedic Bob Muller has proven its never to late for a career change. PICTURES >>
The subjects that pay uni grads quarter of a mill
A graduate job finder says some companies are so desperate for graduates they are paying up to $250,000. Find out which uni subjects pay the most.
Students ‘forced to choose between work or study’
Students in two new masters-level courses are demanding answers after learning they were ineligible for government support despite under severe financial stress. Read the uni’s response.
Political heavyweight hired as UTAS ‘spin doctor’
The University of Tasmania has recruited Sue Hickey as a “spin doctor” to spruik their move to the inner city. WHAT HER ROLE WILL ENTAIL >>
Law Society: ‘The University has listened to the concerns’
After outrage from legal practitioners over potential changes to the University of Tasmania’s law program, a fresh announcement has given new hope for the future. SEE ANNOUNCEMENT >>
‘Save UTAS Campus’ petition rakes in signatures
Since its launch on Tuesday morning, a petition against the University of Tasmania’s campus relocation has drawn a sea of signatures.
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