Anatomical Sciences at Adelaide
The Discipline of Anatomical Sciences encompasses the study of the morphology
of the body at macroscopic and microscopic levels and illustrates how structure
relates to function. A knowledge of anatomy provides the foundation for careers
and research in medical, dental, and allied health professions. An understanding
of the complex relationships between structure and function is fundamental for
research in the areas of neuroanatomy, reproductive and developmental biology,
Mission
To advance and promote Anatomical
knowledge relevant to the practice of medicine, its allied professions
and the life sciences, through research, education and service to the
community.
The Discipline of Anatomical Sciences:
- Has a staff of highly skilled
and motivated people and is recognised nationally and internationally
in education, research and service.
- Is the only university
department in South Australia that has an extensive range of anatomical
and histological specimens available for undergraduate and postgraduate
courses in anatomical sciences
- Is the only discipline in South Australia that offers expertise in techniques
that show structure and function relationships from the gross anatomical level
to the sub-cellular level.
Student
Information
The Discipline of Anatomical Sciences offers undergraduate courses, Honours,
and postgraduate programs.
Research Information
The Discipline of Anatomical Sciences has an international reputation for its
research, particularly in Biological Anthropology
and Comparative Anatomy, Gut Microbiome, Reproductive Biology,
and Neurobiology.
Surgical Workshops
The Discipline offers commercial and contract research services
to industrial organisations, professional bodies, and educational institutions.
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