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New ARC research funding: Over $1.9M in support for projects led by members of the Environment Institute
The (ARC) has announced funding outcomes for new projects in their Discovery Scheme that aim to advance ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥'s knowledge and contribute to a wide range of scientific, environmental, and social benefits.
The environment impact of wind farms in Queensland
As renewable energy continues to expand across Queensland, with 64 wind farm projects at various stages, concerns about the environmental impact are front and centre.
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Exciting announcement: New advisory board members join the Environment Institute
We are thrilled to welcome three highly esteemed individuals to our Advisory Board, each bringing invaluable expertise in sustainability, climate action, and environmental advocacy:
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Empowering young people through housing, support, and green spaces
In a heartfelt story of resilience and hope, Hailie Hansen and Xander Parker, both 19, have found stability and community in an affordable housing program in Adelaide, designed for young people at risk of homelessness.
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Urgent action needed to protect ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s freshwater fish species from extinction
A groundbreaking study has revealed that 35 freshwater fish species across ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ are at risk of extinction, including the Kangaroo River perch, which hasn’t been seen in the wild for over 26 years.
The cycle of influence, laws and nature
What is the Law's role, locally and internationally, in implementing good practises and emerging technologies to remedy declining biodiversity and a changing climate? Are legal systems too cumbersome to act with the urgency demanded by academia, community and industry?
New study to investigate PFAS in ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n livestock
The is embarking on a critical national research project to understand the prevalence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n livestock.
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Global wildlife enforcement – Policy, challenges, and opportunities for change
On 12 November, the was delighted to host a Special Seminar by : Global Wildlife Enforcement – Policy, Challenges, and Opportunities for Change presented to the 's Research Community.
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Cosmic radiation could degrade medications on long space missions
New research published in Advanced Healthcare Materials highlights a significant challenge for deep space missions: cosmic radiation may rapidly degrade medications, turning them into potentially harmful substances.
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The extreme floods which devastated Spain are hitting more often. Is ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ ready for the next one?
The ’s Professor has co-authored an article in The Conversation that reveals some startling figures about the risk of extreme flooding in ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥.
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