Media Releases : Archive
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[ 26 Apr 2007 ] From parasite to saviour- Bacteria breakthrough at the University of Melbourne
Bacteria that commonly infect insects have evolved from parasites to being a fertility aid. The bacteria could eventually be targeted as an option for pest control in order to kill common human disease carriers such as mosquitoes. [ 19 Apr 2007 ] Terry Hicks to Speak at Melbourne Law School
Terry Hicks to Speak at Melbourne Law School [ 19 Apr 2007 ] Stories a powerful tool for creating a better future
Important message for youth week [ 18 Apr 2007 ] The University of Melbourne to launch first Australian edition of the international science journal, The Triple Helix
In an Australian first, the University of Melbourne will tonight launch a local issue of the international science journal The Triple Helix. [ 17 Apr 2007 ] The Melbourne Model 2008 – the future of Australian education
The University of Melbourne today unveiled full details of the new Melbourne Model curriculum, which will be underpinned by a scholarship program of more than $100 million over three years to ensure the best and brightest students are able to attend the University, irrespective of their financial circumstances. The Model will be promoted through a major advertising initiative challenging prospective students to ‘dreamlarge’. [ 12 Apr 2007 ] Economic implications of climate change
Leading economists will shortly deliver their opinions on the underlying economic arguments for government intervention into the production and consumption of greenhouse gases at the Melbourne Institute Economics Forum series, held in both Melbourne and Canberra in coming weeks. [ 12 Apr 2007 ] New Online Video Magazine Launched by University
The University of Melbourne has never before been more connected with the wider community, following the official release of the first edition of its video podcast, ‘Visions’. [ 3 Apr 2007 ] Call for school retention push to tackle higher ed inequality
University of Melbourne Vice-Chancellor Professor Glyn Davis has called for a sustained national effort to alleviate socio-economic disadvantage in the higher education system by improving school retention rates. |
