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Floods expert from University of Melbourne available for comment to media
River and water management expert Professor Rodger Grayson of the University of Melbourne lives in Lakes Entrance and is available for comment to the media.

Latest University of Melbourne research results showcased
The latest edition of Research Review features sample stories from among more than 6000 staff and higher degree research projects underway at the University of Melbourne.

Internationally renowned educator challenges the ‘new alliance’ of conservative educationists
Professor Michael W Apple, a visiting scholar from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, will next week present his views on the effects of rising conservatism on school systems, as part of the Faculty of Education Dean’s lecture series.

Australia’s only corporate-focussed Confucius Institute opens at the University of Melbourne
China’s Consul General for Victoria, Mr Liang Shugen today officially launched the Confucius Institute at the University of Melbourne.

University Aids Drought Recovery of Regional Wool Growers
The University of Melbourne will help get drought affected wool growers back on their feet with a ‘Wool Harvesting and Drought Recovery Seminar’ on Thursday July 5.

HUME TRAFFIC DIVERTED FOR THREATENED SQUIRREL GLIDERS’ OWN OVERPASS
Traffic will be diverted both sides of the Hume Highway near Benalla on Saturday 23 June when the first of three rope bridges and three “glider poles” will be installed to allow a means for squirrel gliders, possums and other native animals to pass safely across the road.

The University of Melbourne to Host Global Economic Conference
The University of Melbourne will spur contentious debate on world economic issues, from migration and globalisation to China’s growing global presence, when it hosts the 12th Dynamics, Economic Growth and International Trade (DEGIT) Conference.

Immune system’s fat problem solved
University of Melbourne and Monash University scientists have helped unlock a 15-year mystery and advanced understanding of how the human immune system fights disease.

University of Melbourne to host lecture on APEC Leaders Summit
The University of Melbourne will take a closer look at the key issues facing APEC members at this September’s APEC Leaders meeting when it holds a free public lecture at the Sidney Myer Asia Centre on June 26.

The Future of Australian Education and Science Policies to be discussed in new Public Seminar Series at the University of Melbourne
In a crucial year for public policy in Australia, the University of Melbourne is holding five free public seminars on the key issues of education, research and science. The seminars will be addressed by leading national and international thinkers and policy makers, and will encourage a lively discussion between speakers and audience. The seminars will also feed into the larger discussion taking place around Australia in this federal election year.

Asia Pacific first for international "IB" programme
In a regional first, the University Of Melbourne will offer an academic qualification in teaching the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.

Pay attention! University of Melbourne brain study puts attention in the spotlight
University of Melbourne researchers have shed new light on the activity in the brain which enables us to pay attention to some of the things we see, while barely noticing others.

18 June re-opening for University Children's Centre
The University of Melbourne has had to delay the re-opening of its Queensberry Children's Centre which was closed this week after fragments of cement sheeting containing asbestos from a neighbouring demolition site were found in the playground.

Climate Change and Nuclear Power: Public Lecture with Dr Ziggy Switkowski
Dr Ziggy Switkowski, Chair of the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation, will discuss the issue of nuclear power as a viable option to combat climate change in Australia, at a public lecture, 6.30pm, Tuesday 12 June at the University of Melbourne.

Pre-school the cornerstone of education: US expert
Intelligence is determined by the linked effects of both heredity and environment, according to a leading US public policy commentator and educator who will speak about the importance of universal, publicly-funded pre-school education in a lecture at the University of Melbourne this Thursday, 7 June.

Psychological Impact of the Kerang Train Crash
The accident at Kerang could have psychological consequences for people beyond those involved in the actual collision, according to the Australian Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health (ACPMH) at the University of Melbourne.

A family study to investigate causes of childhood allergies and their long term impact, wins NHMRC Healthy Start to Life award
A University of Melbourne longitudinal family study investigating risk factors for childhood allergic disorders and their consequences, has received $850,000 from the National Health and Medical Research Council, announced by the Commonwealth Government last week.

Exposing cancer risk wins University of Melbourne research commendation at Premier’s Awards for Medical Research
A University of Melbourne Research Fellow who demonstrated the link between large waist measurements and increased cancer risks has been commended in the 2007 Premier’s Awards for Medical Research.

University courseware set to go global
AN after-hours dash to find information for a chemistry tutorial has led to a major new distribution deal for the University of Melbourne’s exciting range of educational courseware products.