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| 27 MARCH 2015 |
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| NOTICES |
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Award for Reduction in the Use of Animals in Research
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The 2014 Award for the Reduction in the Use of Animals in Research was awarded to Dr. Hui Xin Ong, for the development of a novel in vitro air interface Calu-3 bronchial epithelium.
Relevant to: Animal ethics
The 2014 Award for the Reduction in the Use of Animals in Research was awarded to Dr. Hui Xin Ong, for the development of a novel in vitro air interface Calu-3 bronchial epithelium. The selection panel agreed unanimously that Dr Ong’s application stood out both for its novelty and potential for immediate impact on the reduction of in vivo studies undertaken during the development stages of novel inhalable formulations, resulting in vast cost savings. The simplicity and robustness of the Calu-3 model provides tremendous benefits, especially during the early phases of research and development of novel molecular therapeutics. This award promotes the replacement and reduction of animals in research and teaching, and is offered by the University as part of its commitment to the ethical principles of the Code. The award will be presented to Dr Ong by the DVC (Research) at the Senior Executive Group Research Committee meeting 14 May 2015.
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University of Sydney shows strong leadership in new national academy
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University of Sydney Researchers feature prominently in the newly formed Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences, which launched this week, brings together the nation's leading experts who will play an important role in the health and medical science policy landscape in Australia.
Relevant to: Health and Medical research and policy
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High Performance Computing (HPC) now has a name!
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The University’s new HPC (High Performance Computing) service, planned to be available from Tuesday 31 March, will now be called ‘Artemis’. To access Artemis, researchers will need to have an approved Research Data Management Plan (RDMP).
Relevant to: all researchers interested in High Performance Computing.
The new HPC service will be called ‘ Artemis’. This name was chosen by the Research Computing Steering Group from the nearly 60 submissions to the naming competition. The winning entry was submitted by Associate Professor, Ahmad Jabbarzadeh, of the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering. Ahmad suggested Artemis, as “ 2015 is The United Nations International Year of Light and Light-based Technologies and Artemis, the Greek Goddess of Light, is chosen to honour this”. Ahmad has received a $200 Westfield Gift Card. Thank you to everyone who took the time to enter. Getting ready to access Artemis Artemis will be available to all University of Sydney researchers with a UniKey and an approved Research Data Management Plan (RDMP). The RDMP process now allows HPC access to be requested. Once your plan has been approved by the Chief Investigator and the Research Data Manager, ICT will provision your research project’s storage and provide access to Artemis. The HPC website provides further information and FAQs.
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Updated guidance on reporting non-traditional research outputs (NTROs)
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A wide range of non-traditional research outputs is eligible for inclusion in the annual publication collection and ERA submissions, including outputs of creative work as research and non-traditional outputs of traditional research. The SEG Research Committee endorsed revised guidelines on NTROs in November 2014. The NTRO website has been updated to align with these revisions.
Relevant to: researchers across the university, and particularly those working in creative disciplines.
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| FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES |
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Diabetes Australia Research Grants for 2016
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The Diabetes Australia Research program will provide over $3.5 million to vital diabetes research projects across Australia. Project applications will be considered across all diabetes research areas including type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and pre-diabetes.
Relevant to: Diabetes research.
The Diabetes Australia Research program will provide over $3.5 million to vital diabetes research projects across Australia.
Project applications will be considered across all diabetes research areas including type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and pre-diabetes. Projects focused on self-monitoring & self-management of diabetes, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and diabetes are encouraged.
Diabetes Australia are offering two $150,000 Millennium Awards - one for type 1 diabetes and one for type 2 - and an unspecified number of General Grants, up to $60,000 each.
Applications close Friday, 1 May 2015. Please contact Sophie Carruthers for assistance with your application.
Application forms and further information are available at Diabetes Australia.
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Australian Museum Eureka Prizes - deadline approaching
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Presented annually by the Australian Museum, the Eureka Prizes reward excellence in research. This year there are 16 prizes on offer including two new prizes. Entries must be submitted by 1 May 2015.
Relevant to: Research & Innovation, leadership, science communication.
Presented annually by the Australian Museum, the Eureka Prizes reward excellence in the fields of:
- Research & Innovation
- Leadership
- Science Communication & Journalism
- School Science
This year there are 16 prizes on offer including two new prizes.
University of Sydney applicants are encouraged to contact Jenny Turner for assistance with their entry. Entries for each award must be submitted by 1 May 2015. For further information please contact the Australian Museum.
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The Australia-Korea Foundation grant round is now open
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The Australia-Korea Foundation was established by the Australian Government in 1992 to promote bilateral relations between Korea and Australia. The Foundation supports cultural and academic pursuits, business and community exchanges, and partnerships and collaborations.
Relevant to: literacy, innovation, and economics and sports diplomacy.
The Australia-Korea Foundation was established by the Australian Government in 1992 to promote bilateral relations between Korea and Australia. The Foundation supports cultural and academic pursuits, business and community exchanges, and partnerships and collaborations. The Foundation’s strategic plan highlights the following key areas:
- Geopolitical Relations
- Economics and Trade
- Education, Science and Technology
- Society, Culture, Arts, Sports and Media
Standard grants are valued around $20-30,000. The grants round closes at 4pm AEST Thursday, 16 April. For assistance with your application please contact Sophie Carruthers , or the Foundation.
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| EVENTS |
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ASMR NSW Scientific Meeting
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The next Australian Society for Medical Research NSW Scientific Meeting will be held at the Powerhouse Museum, Sydney. Present your novel work to an audience of engaged principal investigators, postdocs and graduate students with prizes for the best presentations.
Relevant to: Medical researchers
The next Australian Society for Medical Research NSW Scientific Meeting to be held at the Powerhouse Museum, Sydney. The Meeting boasts an outstanding line up of internationally recognised speakers, including: plenary speaker Professor Michelle Haber, AM (Children’s Cancer Institute), the 2014 NSW Outstanding Cancer Researcher of the Year; and invited speakers Prof. Sarah Palmer (Westmead Millennium Institute), A/Prof. Stuart Tangye (Garvan Institute), Prof. Gary Housley (UNSW) and Prof. Sally Dunwoodie (Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute). There will also be 20 oral presentations selected from abstracts and over 100 abstracts selected for posters. Present your novel work to an audience of engaged principal investigators, postdocs and graduate students with prizes for the best presentations.
When: 8am - 6pm
Where: The Powerhouse Museum, Darling Harbour. Cost: From $75 for ASMR student members. More info and registration: ASMR event page
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Hong Kong Inside Outside - Michael Wolf
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In a new exhibition at the University of Sydney's Tin Sheds Gallery, artist and photographer Michael Wolf presents the works from two previous collections, Architecture of Density and 100 x 100 in Hong Kong Inside Outside. The exhibition will run until 17 April.In a new exhibition at the University of Sydney's Tin Sheds Gallery, artist and photographer Michael Wolf presents the works from two previous collections, Architecture of Density and 100 x 100 in Hong Kong Inside Outside. Having lived in Hong Kong for over 15 years, the city naturally became his visual playground and the subject of several of his series. In Architecture of Density, he focuses on the unique architecture of his adoptive city. For this series, Wolf created a “no exit” visual style by flattening the perspective and cropping out the sky and the ground. The resulting images transform these urban skylines into seemingly infinite abstractions that uncover the beauty in the city’s monotonous, brutalistic architecture.
When: 26 March - 17 April, 11am to 5pm.
Where: Tin Sheds Gallery, 148 City Road. Contact: Tin Sheds GalleryFurther info: The exhibition. Michael Wolf.
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