20 February 2008

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Support for Parliamentary Apology
Celebrations were held across three campuses last week in recognition of the Prime Minister's parliamentary apology to the stolen generation.

University news

Victorian College of Pharmacy adopts new E notebook system
The Centre for Drug Candidate Optimisation (CDCO) at the Victorian College of Pharmacy is one of the first Australian education institutions to adopt an electronic lab notebook system to capture and centralise research data.

MSI moves to a greener environment
Monash Sustainability Institute (MSI) has kicked off 2008 by relocating into a building at the Monash Science Centre that was specially renovated to make it environmentally sustainable.

Recognition for OT lecture
Department of occupational therapy senior lecturer Rebecca Allen has received the Sylvia Docker award.

>>More University news

No booze during pregnancy the safest option, say Monash developmental scientists
A thirsty nine months is the safest choice for expectant mothers, say senior developmental researchers at the Monash School of Biomedical Sciences.

MTI's mining success
The coal mining industry shows its commitment to mine safety by getting behind research being carried out by the Maintenance Technology Institute.

Research awards on offer
2008 research funding now on offer.

Priestley Award
One of the University’s best known climate researchers continues to receive recognition for her contribution to the science.

UNESCO supports science
Monash researcher and Science Centre Director, Professor Pat Rich selected as one of only two Australians to attend an international science education forum.

Around Monash

Records topple again for Portsea Classic swimmers
Team Monash in the swim at the annual classic at Portsea.

Master Woodcarver on show at Switchback
The Switchback Gallery is currently featuring the work of an inspiring young designer who is well on his way to carving out a career.

60 seconds with ...

Ilana Snyder
Ilana Snyder has just released her latest book and spends time with us this week to discuss the challenges of her role as Associate Dean, Faculty of Education.

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