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There’s something fishy about flake sold in South Australia
It is a popular takeaway choice at fish and chip shops, but new research has revealed threatened species of shark are being sold as flake at some outlets across South Australia.
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Gene-drive strategy could suppress invasive mice on islands
Invasive rodents pose a significant threat to global biodiversity. Current control methods, such as poisoning, trapping, biological control with additional introduction of competitors or predators are often ineffective, costly, and not species specific. Genetic biocontrol has considerable potential to control invasive populations but has not been developed in any vertebrate pest species.
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New Biodiversity Council to Fight the Extinction Crisis
The biodiversity crisis is resulting in catastrophic declines in the unique plants, animals, and ecosystems of megadiverse Australia.
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Director's end of year message
As we all prepare to head off for the Christmas break after a busy and exhausting year, I just wanted to say thank you for your hard work to support the Environment Institute this year. With so many dedicated researchers and initiatives developing, it has been an honour and a privilege to be interim Director of the Environment Institute during 2022.
Art competition celebrates marine life education
Winners have been announced in a state-wide school art competition aimed at increasing young people’s knowledge of South Australian marine life and Australian Marine Parks. The students were inspired to create their art following a University of Adelaide organised roadshow.
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Growing resilient communities from the home garden
Do you have a backyard veggie patch? Are you concerned about climate change? Our researchers want to learn about South Australian homes' perceptions of both!
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Outstanding alumni receive top awards
Seven outstanding University of Adelaide graduates have been recognised for their significant contributions to their professions and communities with Distinguished Alumni Awards.
Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia announces new Fellow
Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia announces 34 new Fellows. Congratulations to the Environment Institute's Professor Peng Bi from School of Public Health who was elected as a new Fellow.
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Playing sea soundscapes can summon thousands of baby oysters – and help regrow oyster reefs
Imagine you’re in a food court and spoilt for choice. How will you choose where to eat? It might be the look of the food, the smell, or even the chatter of satisfied customers.
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