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When the invaders are locked out: bringing back threatened native species in outback Australia
In the latest Eco Futurists episode, Director Professor Andrew Lowe chats with Katherine Tuft and Nathan Manders of Arid Recovery, a non-profit dedicated to conserving threatened species in South Australia’s Roxby Downs.
Mosquito Control and Ecosystem Health: Insights from Prof. Philip Weinstein
Professor Philip Weinstein, Environment Institute member, emphasised the need for mosquito control methods that don't eradicate the species, highlighting their role in ecosystems and the broader impact on human health.
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Exposing Gaps in Wildlife Trade: 30,000 Species Traded in the U.S. Without Global Oversight
An international study, involving the University of Adelaide, reveals over 30,000 wild species traded in the U.S., uncovering critical gaps in global wildlife trade regulations and underscoring the need for stronger protections to preserve biodiversity.
Is Explainable AI (XAI) in Hydrology Living Up to the Hype?
Professor Holger Maier's recent work warns that while Explainable AI (XAI) holds promise for hydrology, it doesn't always improve decision-making.
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Sprigg Ediacaran Fossil Collection Recognised by the International Commission on Geoheritage
Diego García-Bellido Capdevila of the University of Adelaide’s Environment Institute was key to securing global recognition for the Sprigg Ediacaran fossil collection. Now among the top 11 geological collections worldwide, it offers vital insights into the origins of complex life on Earth.
A walk in the park? The park systems that help shape our cities, cultures, and civic identities
Eco Futurists episode 15 is out now: hear from Host Environment Institute Director Prof Andy Lowe, joined by Matthew Skjonsberg, Director of the Praxis Institute in Switzerland.
Celebrating Australia’s Remarkable Echidnas and Citizen Science
Learn how you can help researchers by sharing your echidna sightings!
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Citizen Scientists: the willing and able who are helping drive research forward
In this episode host Professor Andrew Lowe has a delightful conversation with Dr Erinn Fagan-Jeffries and Professor Frank Grutzner about the lessons learned in the evolution of Citizen Science projects, echidna poo, and a new insect named ‘Oreo’.
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Sea Snakes Regain Colour Vision: A Fascinating Evolutionary Discovery
A recently published journal article by Environment Institute member Associate Professor Kate Sanders, led by PhD Candidate Isaac Rossetto, follows nine species of sea snakes that are identified as having genetic traits for advanced colour vision. A trait that was lost nearly three million years ago due to evolutionary pressures has now returned.
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"Urban green space provision: the case for policy-based solutions to support human health" Now Published
Congratulations to Environment Institute members for the publication of their recent paper "Urban green space provision: the case for policy-based solutions to support human health".
This paper was formed from the Urban Greening Workshops held by HEAL and Dynamic State. Authors included members of the Environment Institute - Shannon Evenden, Stefan Caddy-Retalic, Carmel Williams, Yonatal Tefera, Veronica Soebarto, and Environment Institute Director, Professor Andrew Lowe.
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