News
Position Available: Research Fellow in Soil Science
Seeking a Research Fellow to contribute to a GRDC funded project investigating strategies to improve phosphorus use efficiency in high P-fixing soils across the southern and western grain-growing regions of Australia.
Article: Latest Horizon scholars ready to shape agriculture
18 students received 2026 AgriFutures Horizon Scholarships last week. The recipients, including those from AU, receive support through their final two years of their undergraduate degree.
Biometry Hub Statistical Workshops for October 2026
The Biometry Hub is offering four statistical training workshops from 21 to 27 October 2026, designed for researchers working across agriculture, agronomy, viticulture and wine science.
Participants needed for Wine Tasting Research Study
Researchers from Adelaide University’s School of Marketing and School of Agriculture, Food and Wine are seeking participants for a wine tasting sensory study here on campus.
Article: The Science of Pyrazines in Wine
An article was posted featuring A/Prof David Jeffery and his contributions to the field. His research has explored how different rootstocks can influence methoxypyrazine concentrations in Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and stems.
ON Accelerate 11 applications are now open
ON Accelerate is designed for researchers or research based start-ups looking to de-risk commercial assumptions, engage with customers/industry partners and build the market evidence needed to develop a high-potential innovative venture.
WRI Seminar Series – Upcoming speakers
Bringing together research and ideas from across the Waite campus and beyond, our seminar series features leading researchers, industry experts and visiting speakers exploring a wide range of topics. Check out our upcoming speakers and mark your calendars to join us for these engaging talks.
Events
Traces – SALA Festival 2026 at Waite Campus
Traces - embodies the imprints of the historical Urrbrae House and the Waite Arboretum. A group exhi...
Aug 3, 10:00 am - Aug 26, 3:00 pmSynthetic Biology Australasia (SBA) Adelaide Node Seminar
It is not too late to join the SBA seminar! Prof. José-Antonio Daròs from the Institute for Plant ...
Aug 18, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pmWRI Seminar Series: Prof Jenny Mortimer, Deputy Director of the WRI; SAFW, Adelaide University
Join us for an exciting seminar by Professor Jenny Mortimer, Deputy Director of the Waite Research I...
Aug 20, 10:00 am - 11:00 amAPBA Networking Event: Cultivating Connections in Plant Breeding
The Australian Plant Breeding Academy (APBA) would like to invite you to their upcoming networking e...
Aug 27, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pmAUSA presents: Crepes, Coffee & Craft at the Waite
AUSA is coming to Waite with free crepes, coffee and crafty fun. They’ll be setting up on the McLe...
Sep 1, 11:30 am - 1:30 pmWRI Seminar Series: Professor Kerry Wilkinson, SAFW, Adelaide University
Professor Kerry Wilkinson is an engaging wine educator and a world-renowned wine scientist. As an AR...
Sep 3, 10:00 am - 11:00 amWRI Seminar Series: Dr David G. Schmale III, Fulbright AUKUS Scholar; Professor and Director, Translational Plant Sciences Center Virginia Tech University
David Schmale III is the first Scholar to visit Australia through the new Fulbright AUKUS Scholarshi...
Sep 24, 10:00 am - 11:00 amWRI Seminar Series: Prof Mark Tester, KAUST, Saudi Arabia
Mark Tester is a Professor of Plant Science at KAUST, Chair of the Center of Excellence for Sustaina...
Oct 8, 10:00 am - 11:00 amWRI Seminar Series: Dr Nari Wilson, Forestry Centre of Excellence, Adelaide University
Dr Williams is a forest pathologist with expertise in forest biosecurity, disease ecology, and fores...
Oct 15, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Campus Notices
Biometry Hub Statistical Workshops for October 2026
The Biometry Hub is offering four statistical training workshops from 21 to 27 October 2026, designed for researchers working across agriculture, agronomy, viticulture and wine science.
Participants needed for Wine Tasting Research Study
Researchers from Adelaide University’s School of Marketing and School of Agriculture, Food and Wine are seeking participants for a wine tasting sensory study here on campus.
WRI Seminar Series – Upcoming speakers
Bringing together research and ideas from across the Waite campus and beyond, our seminar series features leading researchers, industry experts and visiting speakers exploring a wide range of topics. Check out our upcoming speakers and mark your calendars to join us for these engaging talks.
Australian Space Week 2026 at the Waite
Plants 4 Space will be hosting a workshop as part of Australian Space week 2026. Learn how P4S is transforming plant performance and sustainability through the development of new plant forms, products, and uses.
Applications open: Australia-China Winemaker Immersion Program
The Australia–China Winemaker Immersion Four positions available for early career winemakers and viticulturists. This program is an industry-first exchange initiative designed to strengthen collaboration, technical learning and long‑term relationships between the Australian and Chinese wine industries.
The Waite Winery new label launch
Last week, the Waite Winery held a launch event for their inaugural Adelaide University labelled wine. The new releases are now available for purchase through their website!
NCRIS Synthetic Biology Voucher Scheme – Applications Open
Bioplatforms Australia are excited to launch Round 2 of the NCRIS Synthetic Biology Voucher Scheme, designed to support cutting-edge, multidisciplinary research using synthetic biology infrastructure across Australia’s national research network.
Guided tours at Waite Arboretum
Discover the University’s Waite Arboretum on a free guided tour, held on the first Sunday of each month from February to December (weather permitting). More details are found here for anyone who might enjoy learning about the remarkable tree collection on campus.
TERN article: ‘A purpose-built treasure trove’ – TERN’s soil collections
Read here about TERN’s soil collection and facility right here on campus. The TERN building facilitates complex research into the relationships between soils, plants, carbon and environmental conditions.
NAIDOC Week 2026
Join AU for NAIDOC Week for a series of events, activities and opportunities that recognise and celebrate the histories, cultures, achievements and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.