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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. Prof Mosley recently spoke with ABC Radio Adelaide about the Goyder Line—a key boundary established in 1865 to distinguish between reliable agricultural land and areas better suited for pastoral use.
Giving Day: supporting a better future for wildlife
On 5 September 2024, The University of Adelaide’s ran its inaugural “Giving Day”; a 24-hour fundraising challenge aimed at contributing to causes that we’re passionate about. The Environment Institute highlighted the ‘Combating Environmental and Wildlife Crime Research Fund’ as a key cause that can help address the serious threat posed by environmental and wildlife crime in Australia and combat these issues through:
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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! This discovery, made in the Oymyakonsky District of Russia, promises to deepen our understanding of these impressive Ice Age giants.
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. According to CSIRO climate models, the Murray-Darling Basin faces potential reductions in rainfall and runoff by mid-century, with predictions suggesting up to a 40% reduction in runoff under extreme scenarios.
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Plant sensitivity
On Thursday, 29 August, Stefan Caddy-Retalic of University of Adelaide was interviewed on ABC 891 Radio Adelaide’s segment “The Producer’s Challenge” with Nikolai Beilharz. This time, Stefan addressed an intriguing listener question: Can plants feel pain?
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. In South Australia, the ban on private fireproof bunkers has sparked debate, especially as neighboring Victoria embraces similar structures. This regulatory divide raises important questions about the best ways to protect families from the devastating impacts of bushfires.
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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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