UofA #CaRST: Navigating AI in Higher Degree Research Thurs 13 Feb 10am. Do you want to learn about the basic concepts of AI, its benefits and limitations in research, and how to maintain integrity and ethical practices. Register

🎈Amazing news — Karolina Kaczorowska has submitted their thesis! A huge achievement after years of dedication and hard work. Wishing you well on the next chapter of your journey—celebrate this moment! 🎉👏 #Thesis #HDRSuccess #ABLE

Congratulations to Frankie Bray, winner of the 2024 Sybil Emslie Animal Law Scholarship! 👏 This scholarship honors Sybil Emslie’s lifelong advocacy and supports students & lawyers driving change for animals. #AnimalLaw #LawReform #HDRResearch #AnimalWelfare #ABLE

💡Keep up to date with everything HDR! The AGRS Newsletter and CaRST Newsletter bring you the latest updates, training opportunities, events, and resources to support your research journey. Check your inbox or visit our website 👉to stay connected!

💡Did you know the AGRS Manages: - Admissions - Enrolment - Candidature milestones - Scholarships - Industry engagement - Examination of HDR students Each School has a dedicated candidature officer and a scholarships officer

📢 Calling scientists aged 35 & below! The Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2025 is happening from 5-8 Nov 2025 in Hong Kong Meet Shaw Laureates, engage in world-class discussions, and explore cutting-edge science! 🗓️ Apply by 31 March 2025:

💡Familiarise yourself with the milestones in your HDR journey (e.g., proposal defense, mid-candidature review, and thesis submission). Each milestone involves specific deliverables and timelines, which are outlined in the student handbook.

HDR students at @‌UniofAdelaide! The Research Student Handbook is your ultimate guide to success. From milestones to tips, it's packed with resources to support your research journey. Check it out here 👉

CaRST tips: Did you know you can claim research seminars, conferences attendance, journal club, presentation for CaRST credits? Check out more activities outside of CaRST, you can claim for CaRST by visiting our experiential activities

📢Graduate Women SA Trust Scholarships 2025 Scholarships for women postgrads 🔍 Doctoral: $24,000 total (4 x $6,000) 🔍 Masters: $6,000 total (2 x $3,000) 📅 Applications close 31 March 2025. 📑 Details & forms: 📩 Submit to: info@gwsa-trust.com.au

📢The HDR Peer Mentoring Program is back! Whether you’re a first-year seeking guidance or an experienced student ready to mentor, this is your chance to grow, connect, and thrive. Apply now: Mentees: Mentors: Closes COB 28 Feb

💡Use your PGC as your support system: after your supervisors, the first person to go to for help. Don’t think you have to go it alone – it’s okay to acknowledge challenges or vulnerabilities.

🎈🎈🎈Big shoutout to Rasha Charrouf, Carajane Helen Millar and Isuru Mahagani Arachchige @isurudharmadasa for officially submitting their theses! 🎉 Wishing you all the best as you wrap up this journey and step into the next! 🙌 @UofA_SET #Thesis #NextChapter #GraduateLife #HMS

📢 2025 Endowment Funded Travel Scholarships are open! HDR students presenting at conferences, collecting data, or buying research equipment—apply for funding by Feb 28th! Apply here: #HDR #TravelScholarships

💡Tip of the week: Set Realistic Goals: Break down your work into smaller, manageable tasks. Setting weekly or monthly goals can help maintain progress and reduce overwhelm.

💡Plan Ahead for Conferences: Check for upcoming conference deadlines, explore funding opportunities and start preparing your abstracts or papers well in advance. Networking at conferences can be invaluable.

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💡Do you know who your HDR Student Rep is? Visit the AGRS webpage for the most current information

Are you thinking about a career in academia? Don’t miss the Careers in Academia panel discussion! 📅 22 January 2025, 10–11am 📍 Room 504, Ligertwood Hear from internal & external experts and gain insights into academic career paths. Open to all HDRs—spread the word!