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Facing Urgent Issues this World Wildlife Day with John E. Scanlon AO and Professor Phill Cassey
Spend your afternoon at the Adelaide Zoo this World Wildlife Day with wildlife crime experts, member Professor Phill Cassey and .
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What Moa Extinction Teaches Us About Conservation Today
Deputy Director of the Environment Institute, , co-authored a examining the impact of human settlement and hunting on the extinction of New Zealand’s giant flightless birds, the moa.
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Tracking Wombats and Rabbits from Space
New research by PhD candidate , an Environment Institute Member, has found that satellites can track wombat and rabbit burrows from space.
How Green Spaces Could Impact Joint Health- Dr. Jessica Stanhope's Research
Using data from the North West Adelaide Health Study, Dr Jessica Stanhope is investigating whether tree canopy cover and natural environments influence arthritis development, pain levels, and even our microbiome.
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The Cost of Preventing Species Extinctions in ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥: New Paper Released
A new study co-authored by a member of the Environment Institute, highlights the staggering financial commitment required to halt extinctions for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s priority species.Ìý
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Why ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ Needs Urgent Environmental Law Reform
With climate challenges increasing, Professor Patrick O'ConnorÌýdiscusses why effective environmental laws and strategic conservation funding are essential for long-term economic resilience.
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Project Factsheet Smart Stormwater Systems out now
The risk of flooding and heatwaves has been amplified by climate change; however, smart stormwater systems provide innovative solutions that can adapt to these changes, as demonstrated by research led by Environment Institute members Assoc. Professor Mark Thyer and Professor Holger Maier, supported by Ruijie Jerry Liang and Graeme Dandy of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide.
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WOMADelaide The Planet Talks 2025
We are thrilled to be presenting The Planet Talks at the 2025 Festival, check out our program!
SA Environment Awards Nominations Now Open!
The ’s is proud to partner with , , and theto present theÌýNominations are now open and close at 5 pm on Friday, 14 MarchÌýacross six categories!
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The Reintroduction of the Murray Crayfish in South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥
After 40 years, Murray crayfish are being reintroduced to South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥.ÌýAs a keystone species, their return could bring major ecological benefits, but long-term success will require continued effort.Ìý
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