Supporting South Australia’s future prosperity

Supporting South Australia’s future prosperity Working in partnership to help deliver the State’s economic priorities

The University of Adelaide is supporting South Australia’s future prosperity in partnership with government, industry and the community.

Driving South Australia’s economy

As a leading centre of learning and innovation, we are acutely aware of the University of Adelaide’s role in the State’s economic future.

Through innovative research and outstanding education we are helping to develop new industries and grow existing ones.

And we are working together across all faculties and institutes to help bring the South Australian Government’s economic priorities to fruition and boost the revitalisation of our remarkable State.

The challenges for South Australia are great— the opportunities even greater.

Professor Warren Bebbington Vice-Chancellor and President

The University of Adelaide contributes: >> $460 million per annum to the Gross

State Product. >> $165 million per annum to the State’s

export income in international student fees. >> $200 million per annum from international

student economic activity in Adelaide. >> 3,800 direct jobs for South Australia and

a further 2,600 indirect jobs.

>> $270 million per annum in external

grant income. >> Two-thirds of all basic research income

in the state. >> Over $100 million per annum in applied

research in the state. >> 12 per cent of all education activity in

the state.

Resources, energy and renewable assets State Government Economy Priority 1 Unlocking the full potential of South Australia’s resources, energy and renewable assets

The University of Adelaide delivers integrated research, education, professional development and consulting services for all aspects of the resources industry from exploration and processing to international trade.

Unlocking resources We are establishing a major research hub to develop, test and commercialise new ways to separate uranium from copper concentrate to support SA’s $6 billion copper industry.

Sustainable development Together with BP we are working on the $20 million Great Australian Bight Research Program to better understand the environmental, economic and social value of the Bight.

And as part of the Spencer Gulf Ecosystem Development Initiative, we are examining the impact of development on that region and offering evidence-based data for future developers. Major industry partners on this project include: BHP Billiton, Santos, Arrium, Flinders Ports, Centrex Metals, Alinta Energy and the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation.

We are leading research to unlock South Australian unconventional gas resources in partnership with Beach Energy, BG Group, Halliburton, Santos, Senex Energy, and the Department for State Development.

Professor Stephen Grano Director, Institute for Mineral and Energy Resources

In partnership with Adelaide Airport, we are working to significantly reduce the airport’s carbon footprint.

Professor Gus Nathan Director, Centre for Energy Technology

Premium food and wine State Government Economy Priority 2 Premium food and wine produced in our clean environment and exported to the world

The University of Adelaide is recognised internationally for hosting the largest concentration of agricultural science research, education and product development in the Southern Hemisphere at the Waite campus.

Wine innovation Our Wine Economics Research Centre is analysing global market trends and setting strategy development standards for the Australian wine industry.

Food security Our Animal and Veterinary Sciences staff and students are conducting research to improve the health, food safety and efficiency of production in the pork, poultry, beef and dairy industries.

Cutting-edge disease management research at the Roseworthy campus is supporting bestpractice trade access for food products of animal origin and enhancing the nation’s biosecurity.

Our Global Food Studies team is focused on economic, agribusiness and policy issues facing global and local food systems. Our integrated approach means we can work seamlessly with industry, government, and NGOs and deliver the kind of results that really make a difference.

Associate Professor Wendy Umberger Director, Global Food Studies Program

Feeding a hungry world…

The Waite campus’ ARC Centre of Excellence in Plant Cell Walls, a $32 million biotechnology centre, is examining the fundamental role of cell walls in plants - in particular grasses and cereal crops - and how they can be better used to produce more sustainable varieties.

Health and medical research State Government Economy Priority 3 A globally recognised leader in health research, ageing and related services and products

Health and medical research represents over 50% of the University of Adelaide’s research grant income and is directed towards the most serious health issues facing our community.

Healthy ageing We lead ageing research through a transdisciplinary approach focusing on frailty and many chronic conditions including heart disease, cancer, diabetes and obesity.

Caring for mothers and babies Our Robinson Research Institute has over 400 staff looking at human reproduction, pregnancy and child health.

It’s a privilege to be leading medical research here in South Australia.

We have the best minds, based in the best facilities, all working together towards a common goal – improving health outcomes across all generations.

Professor Sarah Robertson Director, Robinson Research Institute

SA Health and Biomedical Precinct Our collaborations with Adelaide’s public hospitals, SA Pathology and the new South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) underpin pioneering research outcomes.

The SA Health and Biomedical Precinct in the West End is augmenting the capacity of University research, teaching and clinical partnerships through co-location.

The Adelaide Medical and Nursing Schools Project Through world-class teaching programs, the University produces outstanding graduates in medicine, nursing, dentistry, health sciences and psychology. The new Adelaide Medical and Nursing Schools building, due to be completed in 2017, will support more than 1,500 medicine and nursing students and nearly 1,100 University health sciences researchers in the new South Australian Health and Biomedical Precinct in the City’s West End.

Education and innovation State Government Economy Priority 4 The Knowledge State – attracting a diverse student body and commercialising our research

With 26,000 students including 7000 studying from more than 90 different countries, the University of Adelaide is truly a global centre for learning excellence.

As one of Australia’s most research-intensive universities we are perfectly positioned to work with industry to realise our most innovative discoveries.

A student body of democratic breadth The Wirltu Yarlu Aboriginal Education unit provides specialised support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students while programs like Compass and Children’s University are helping disadvantaged communities build aspirations and encourage participation in lifelong learning among the next generation.

The first students were not the sons of wealthy British gentry but the locally-born middle class, and before long included women, who took degrees at Adelaide 40 years before they could at Oxford.

Beacon of Enlightenment 2012 Rebecca Richards, Australia’s first Indigenous Rhodes Scholar, now teaching at her alma mater, the University of Adelaide.

Commercialising exceptional research outcomes Our commercialisation arm – Adelaide Research and Innovation (ARI) – provides industry, business and government access to world-class research expertise and facilities.

ARI supports over 600 agreements between the University of Adelaide and the private and public sectors, amounting to over $40 million in revenue.

Bold ideas, new enterprise State Government Economy Priority 6 Growth through innovation

Leading innovation in South Australia

Collaborating with manufacturing companies and the Department of State Development on the SMART Workplaces Project we support new high-performance workplace systems and the development of a change management programs.

Our ThIncLab Commercialisation Accelerator helps student commercialise their research while the Manufacturing Business Innovation Training Programs enhance the innovation capability of small to medium enterprises in South Australia.

We play a pivotal role in the new Stretton Centre at Munno Para West which will be a regional hub for integrated industry, workforce and urban development, addressing challenges and pursuing opportunities through research, collaboration and innovation.

In 2013, the University of Adelaide contributed $40 million in commercial innovation with local and international business partners.

This centre will be at the cutting edge of effective planning and urban development on an international scale, and will play a major role in informing policy and planning at a local, state and national level over years to come.

Associate Professor John Spoehr Director, Australian Workplace Innovation and Social Research Centre

Shoulder to shoulder with SA industry State Government Economy Priority 7 South Australia – the best place to do business

The University of Adelaide has a proud tradition of partnering with South Australian industry.

Sharing ideas, creating opportunities and jobs The Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing is working with the Government of South Australia to connect local companies with emerging photonics technologies through the Photonics Catalyst Program.

University of Adelaide-bred varieties of barley represent over 50 per cent of national production – worth more than $800 million.

Our 3D printer is offering local manufacturers and industry the opportunity to gain a competitive edge in product development and improvement.

The Muradel story‌ South Australian based company Muradel is establishing a commercial scale demonstration plant in Whyalla to showcase their unique technology that produces biofuel from marine microalgae.

Muradel is a start-up company that originated from a joint research project undertaken between the University of Adelaide, Murdoch University and SQC.

Business and organisations are increasingly seeing the value of engaging with researchers. And researchers value that engagement too: for the opportunity to translate their ideas to action and to engage with real world problems. It is these partnerships that enable innovation to have impact.

Rob Chalmers Director, ARI

Central to Adelaide’s city life State Government Economy Priority 8 Adelaide – the heart of the vibrant state

The social life at Adelaide is great. Being centrally located, everything is accessible by walking or public transport.

Nikki Good Bachelor of Science

Central to city life The University of Adelaide’s main campus is in the heart of the city’s central business district, nestled between the River Torrens and the North Terrace cultural boulevard.

140 years of arts and culture on campus With free lectures and exhibitions every week, guided tours and over 30 public art installations, the University offers much to City of Adelaide regulars and visitors alike.

The Elder Conservatorium of Music presents a range of free or low-cost public performances throughout the year in Elder Hall while Radio Adelaide, Australia’s first community radio station, brings the best of campus and city life to a wide audience, supported by over 400 volunteers.

International connections and engagement

Internationalisation strategy

State Government Economy Priority 9

North Carolina State University (USA) The University of Alberta (Canada) Harbin Institute of Technology (China) Nagoya University (Japan) University of Texas (USA) Fraunhofer Gessellschaft (Germany) Linköping University (Sweden) University of Kent (UK) University of Westminster (UK) Bogor Agricultural University (Indonesia)

Promoting South Australia’s international connections and engagement

Creating strong global connections is central to University of Adelaide’s 10-year strategic plan.

Our EU Centre on Global Affairs (funded by the European Union) focuses on global trade and international policy and the Indo Pacific Governance Research Centre provides a forum for public and academic debate on issues related to the rise of that region.

Key global alliances

A University of Adelaide learning experience in Singapore…

Established in 1998, the Ngee AnnAdelaide Education Centre in Singapore is a joint venture between the Ngee Ann Kongsi and the University of Adelaide combining undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs with applied executive and professional development courses.

We are producing the next generation of global citizens in a borderless world. All students are encouraged to use the University of Adelaide’s extensive international learning opportunities to develop cross-cultural competence and networks.

Professor Pascale Quester Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic)

Supporting small business in SA State Government Economy Priority 10 South Australia’s small businesses have access to capital and global markets

The University actively engages with small and family businesses to help them make the most of national and global markets.

Engaging with small business In 2015, a dedicated entrepreneur competition will be introduced to our award-winning Australian e-Challenge program to help family businesses identify new opportunities and commercialise ideas.

We know how critical successful small to medium business enterprise is to SA. Through our research, industry collaboration and student internships we are working towards strengthening family owned businesses so they thrive for the long-term.

Dr Jill Jones Adelaide Business School, and Co-Founder of the Family Business Education and Research Group

Would you like to know more about the University of Adelaide and supporting South Australia’s future prosperity?

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