Attention writers! Applications for our Hedberg Writer-in-Residence program are now open.

This exciting opportunity is designed for an established Australian author looking to focus on their craft and explore new or existing projects.

🔗Find out more: utas.au/HedbergWriters…

They're on Hobart's coat of arms, but did you know that emus have been extinct in Tasmania since the mid-1840s? Researchers believe it could be time to bring the emu back to Tasmania, assisting with rewilding the state's open landscapes. Read more at utas.au/emu 🌱

Congratulations to everyone from the University of Tasmania who graduated in Burnie this week. 🎓
We wish you all an exciting and prosperous future after graduation. Watch the ceremony on the University's YouTube channel: 👉utas.au/u

Recently released modelling from Menzies Institute for Medical Research  and Deakin University suggests that a minimum of 160,000 Australians will be experiencing Long COVID in early December, over 35,000 of whom will find their daily lives significantly impacted by illness. Read more: fal.cn/3u25d

Thanks to a funding boost, we will be helping to tackle cyber bullying, grooming, and image-based abuse among adolescents with Dr Joel Scanlan's Chatbot enabled Cyber Safety for Adolescents project. Read more about the project here👉fal.cn/3tDsA

We are on the road with Tasmanian and the Youth Network of Tasmania for The Great Tasmanian Coordination game. We are inviting all Tasmanians to drop by, learn about the Tasmanian Youth Story and get involved.
Dates and locations here👉fal.cn/3tD1T

Good morning! See you soon at our Forthside Field Day. Our sessions start at 10am, and wrap up at 3pm. Don't forget Bombshell Coffee will be ready to warm you up with a barista-made hot drink. Coffee, morning tea and lunch are on us. #ForthsideFieldDay2022

A study of carnivorous scavenging activity led by researcher Dr Matthew Fielding and CABAH has highlighted the significance of carnivore conservation and the potential benefits of rewilding for small prey species. Read more here: fal.cn/3tyR5

Congratulations to our Alumni Award recipients.👏 From influential careers in psychology, diplomacy and policing to on-the-ground humanitarian work in Ukraine, our graduates are making immense contributions to the world. Read more about the winners here: fal.cn/3tvvX

Today is the big day for the University of Tasmania UTAS Cradle Coast 'Celebrating the impact of regional research and education' conference in Devonport. utas.edu.au/about/events/c…

#CIRRC2022

Mel Wells presenting on our awesome little penguins. Mel's presentation is focusing on their health as a sentinel of the Tasmanian ecosystem health. UTAS Cradle Coast is so lucky to have little penguins on their doorstep.

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Do you live with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis? Researchers from the School of Psychological Sciences are looking for volunteers in Tasmania to participate in a clinical trial. Find out more here👉 fal.cn/3toze

The diversity of education and research conducted in regional Australia will be showcased at the Celebrating the Impact of Regional Research and Education Conference on Friday, 11 November. For more information and tickets, see: fal.cn/3tbwo

Thinking about studying with us next year?

Our 2023 #Scholarship program is now open for applications. You have until 31 October 2022 to apply 👇
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Join Dr Kristen Hynes on Thursday, 27 October, and discover how you can contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all Tasmanians. Register here: fal.cn/3sMoB

Find out more about protecting your business from cybersecurity attacks at sessions in Devonport and Burnie this week bit.ly/3CQOaSA
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Researchers have been working with Tasmanian Land Conservancy  to help increase the population of eastern quolls in Tasmania's Highlands. They are also learning lots about the Tassie devil; here is Rowena Hamer releasing an inquisitive devil that wanted to get involved. #ThreatenedSpeciesday

Young Tassie Scientists (YoungTassieScientists) have inspired Tasmanians for over 20 years, with PhD candidates and early career researchers presenting science talks and activities to schools around Tasmania. They kicked off the 2022 National Science Week tour on Flinders Island yesterday.

It's National Stroke Week. Learn the signs of stroke FAST. You could save a life.

When it comes to climate change, we cannot be complacent and must reduce emissions across the entire economy to achieve the net-zero 2030 emissions target. Our first annual independent review of Tasmania’s greenhouse gas emissions is online now: fal.cn/3qS29