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Citizen scientists: The willing and able who are helping drive research forward
In this episode host Professor has a delightful conversation with Dr Erinn Fagan-JeffriesÌýand Professor 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 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
ÌýCongratulations to 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 - , , , , , and Environment Institute Director, Professor .
Eat The Invaders: Available for streaming now
"Eat the Invaders" a new show hosted by Tony Armstrong is a six-part series, identifying the impacts that introduced species have wrought upon the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n landscape and its ecosystems. The show features scientific guidance every episode from our very own Director Professor , and Environment Institute member, Professor Phill Cassey.ÌýÌýAll six episodes are available for streaming now!
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Changing perceptions: Embracing flying foxes as part of ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s biodiversity
Professor , member, discusses the misinformation around the endangered species of flying foxes, having his work featured in , and .
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