Media Releases : Archive
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[ 31 Aug 2004 ] A little knowledge is a dangerous thing in Australias job market
Data identifying a growth of knowledge workers in Australias job market is masking a more complex shift in occupation trends, according to a new University of Melbourne study. [ 30 Aug 2004 ] John Seybolt announced as Dean of Melbourne Business School
Professor John Seybolt was announced today as the new Dean of Melbourne Business School (MBS) by Board Chairman, Mr Ron McNeilly. The decision brings to an end the intensive search by MBS to fill the position of Dean after Mr Paul Rizzo's resignation due to ill-health in March this year. [ 28 Aug 2004 ] University honours Richard Pratt
Leading Australian businessman and philanthropist, Mr Richard Pratt's important contribution to Australia, and to the University of Melbourne, has been recognised by the University with its highest award, the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws. [ 27 Aug 2004 ] Yoghurt not the answer to thrush
The curative power of yoghurt to prevent cases of thrush when taking antibiotics has been debunked by a University of Melbourne researcher. [ 26 Aug 2004 ] You look so much like your mother! 21st century genetics
The importance of genetics in the 21st century, the influence that genetics will have on us throughout our lifespan and the increasing desire for a genetics education for everyone will be the focus of a free public lecture at the University of Melbourne on Wednesday, September 1. [ 25 Aug 2004 ] Australias medical schools launch Indigenous health curriculum
A nationally agreed curriculum framework for the inclusion of Indigenous health in medical curricula will be launched by former Governor-General, Sir William Deane and senior Indigenous health authority, Professor Lowitja ODonoghue, at the Koorie Heritage Trust on Friday August 27. [ 24 Aug 2004 ] Microwaves furnish fine quality timber
The development of a new microwave technology for drying wood could revolutionise the timber industry and lead to cheaper wood in the future. [ 24 Aug 2004 ] Just how accountable is local government?
A leading expert in the field of accounting will critically examine the accountability of local governments and whether their accounting methods are providing a true indication of municipal viability in a free public lecture on August 31. [ 24 Aug 2004 ] Making our schools better
International and Australian experts will investigate whether or not Australian schools are properly equipped to prepare the next generation for the challenges they will confront, in a conference at the University of Melbourne on Thursday and Friday (August 26 and 27). [ 23 Aug 2004 ] Australian engineers focus on renewable energy in developing countries
Three Australian engineers will give an insight into the role that Australians are playing in the implementation of renewable energy systems in developing countries at a panel discussion tomorrow, Tuesday August 24. [ 23 Aug 2004 ] The art of stripping
Previously hidden artistic masterpieces on Melbournes walls are being unveiled with the help of a new scientific paint stripper developed by a University of Melbourne researcher. [ 20 Aug 2004 ] Glenormiston students get some tips in picking a good steak
Students from The University of Melbournes Glenormiston campus recently headed to Radford and Sons meat processor in Warragul, Gippsland to practice picking a prize beef steak. Led by lecturer Rob Durant, the group also visited the Rainbow Meats retail store at Chirnside Park to improve their knowledge of retail and marketing strategies in meat processing. [ 19 Aug 2004 ] Snail toxins provide pain relief
A beautiful, but often deadly, snail from the sea has been revealed as a largely untapped source of natural healing powers for a range of illnesses from chronic pain to diseases of the brain. [ 19 Aug 2004 ] $2m streamline for University's web learning
The University of Melbourne is streamlining access to learning materials across the University community with the $2 million implementation of a new learning management system (LMS). [ 18 Aug 2004 ] Light research wins Victoria prize for Melbourne Uni physicist
A physicist from the University of Melbourne, Professor Keith Nugent, was today awarded the prestigious $50,000 Victoria Prize in recognition of his groundbreaking research into the way we see and measure images using light. [ 18 Aug 2004 ] University celebrates its share of a $22.5 million gift
A University of Melbourne lecturer is one of only 13 Australians to receive a share of a $22.5 million (900,000 Euro), 13-year endowment established by the Cassamarca Foundation in Italy to promote the teaching of Italian language and culture in Australia. [ 18 Aug 2004 ] Spread knowledge not fear
University of Melbourne group Researchers for Asylum Seekers (RAS) is hosting a public debate, inviting political parties to discuss their policies on asylum seekers on Tuesday, August 24. [ 17 Aug 2004 ] Don Watson to give key media address
Writer and historian, Don Watson, will speak about The Media and the Language when he gives the University of Melbournes A N Smith Memorial Lecture in Journalism on Thursday 19 August. [ 17 Aug 2004 ] Victorias Outstanding Vocational Student of the Year
A University of Melbourne student, Ms Claire Wallace, was recently awarded the Optus Outstanding Student of the Year Award for her high academic results in the Certificate 3 and 4 of Agriculture (Dairy). [ 16 Aug 2004 ] Linking illicit drugs to mental health
An eminent University of Melbourne Psychiatry Professor will lead a conference detailing the latest research findings on the link between marijuana and mental health. |
