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Goyder Line insightful interview

We’re delighted to share an insightful interview featuring Environment Institute member Prof. Luke Mosley from the School of Agriculture Food and Wine at the University of Adelaide.
Giving Day: Supporting a better future for wildlife

On 5 September 2024, The University of Adelaide ran its inaugural “Giving Day”; a 24-hour fundraising challenge aimed at contributing to causes that we’re passionate about.
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Eureka prize for innovation in citizen science

Congratulations to Dr. Erinn Fagan-Jeffries
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Exciting paleontological discovery

Earlier this summer, gold miners in Siberia stumbled upon a remarkable find: The mummified remains of a woolly rhinoceros, complete with soft tissues and an intact horn!
Addressing water allocation challenges amid climate change

Recent research from the University of Adelaide, led by Associate Professor Douglas Bardsley, underscores the urgent need to address the politicisation of water allocations as climate change impacts intensify.
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Plant sensitivity

On Thursday, 29 August, Stefan Caddy-Retalic of the University of Adelaide was interviewed on ABC 891 Radio Adelaide’s segment “The Producer’s Challenge” with Nikolai Beilharz.
Nature Foundation research grant success
Announcing 2024 Nature Foundation Research Grant Success!
The bunker dilemma: Navigating safety in bushfire-prone regions

As bushfire seasons intensify across Australia, the discussion surrounding safety measures for residents in high-risk areas becomes increasingly critical.
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Welcome new Environment Institute Manager
We are delighted to welcome to the team our new Environment Institute Manager, Dr Marina Delpin, PhD.
Scheme round 1, Discovery Early Career Research Award 2025

Exciting news! On Saturday (24 August), the Australian Research Council announced the outcomes for Scheme Round 1, Discovery Early Career Research Award 2025.
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