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The Woolly Mouse and The Future of De-Extinction
Deputy Director of the Environment Institute Associate Professor Damien Fordham, comments on the advanced gene-editing techniques used in the resurrection of extinct species.
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Ancient DNA Uncovering the Secret Past of Penguins
Dr. Jamie Wood, a member of the Environment Institute, leads groundbreaking research uncovering ancient DNA from Antarctica, revealing how Adélie penguins and southern elephant seals have adapted to environmental changes over the past 6,000 years.
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Millions of Locusts Threaten NSW: What You Need to Know
Environment Institute member and Entomologist Andy Austin is advising action as millions of locusts could soon descend on parts of NSW, threatening crops and grazing lands. Early detection and control are crucial to prevent devastating swarms.
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How To Drive Change In Wildlife Protection with John E. Scanlon AO
In the latest episode of Eco Futurists, host Professor Andrew Lowe is joined by international environmental leader John Scanlon AO, who has dedicated his career to protecting wildlife and ecosystems. As the biodiversity crisis worsens, we find ourselves asking: is it too late to turn this urgent issue around?
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Eat The Invaders Event Recap
Read about our amazing event and watch the Eat The Invaders Panel Discussion, available now for streaming!
World Wildlife Day with Wildlife Crime Experts
As part of UN World Wildlife Day, on Monday, March 3rd, John E. Scanlon AO, an international environmental leader, and Professor Phill Cassey, head of the Wildlife Crime Research Hub, presented a discussion on the scale, nature, and impact of wildlife crime on global biodiversity, as well as the efforts being made to prevent and combat these crimes.
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The Cost of Preventing Species Extinctions in Australia: New Paper Released
A new study co-authored by Jessica Marsh, a member of the Environment Institute, highlights the staggering financial commitment required to halt extinctions for Australia’s priority species.
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SA Environment Awards Nominations Now Open!
The University of Adelaide’s Environment Institute is proud to partner with Conservation Council SA, Green Adelaide, and the Department for Environment and Water to present the 2025 SA Environment Awards. Nominations are now open and close at 5 pm on Friday, 14 March across six categories!
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