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Environment Institute Celebrates 25 Years of Science Meets Parliament

SMP 2025 group photo

The Environment Institute Reflects on the 25th Science Meets Parliament Event, hosted by Science and Technology Australia.

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Championing Conservation: Dr Nina Wootton Recognised for Environmental Research Excellence

a member of the Environment Institute, has been awarded with the , from the Australian Academy of Science.

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"Preserving Biodiversity" Research Tuesdays Recap

Research Tuesdays Preserving Biodiversity

Watch Professor Andy Lowe deliver his presentation on Preserving Biodiversity, followed by a panel discussion with panellists and .听

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Facing Urgent Issues this World Wildlife Day with John E. Scanlon AO and Professor Phill Cassey

world wildlife day

Spend your afternoon at the 米兰电子 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

paul martinson/Te Papa (2006-0010-1/17)

Deputy Director of the Environment Institute, , co-authored a examining the impact of human settlement and hunting on the extinction of New Zealand鈥檚 giant flightless birds, the moa.

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Tracking Wombats and Rabbits from Space

wombat michael jerrard

New research by PhD candidate , an Environment Institute Member, has found that satellites can track wombat and rabbit burrows from space.

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How Green Spaces Could Impact Joint Health- Dr. Jessica Stanhope's Research

Green Space

Using data from the North West 米兰电子 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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Why Australia Needs Urgent Environmental Law Reform

Environmental Law Reform

With climate challenges increasing, Professor Patrick O'Connor听discusses why effective environmental laws and strategic conservation funding are essential for long-term economic resilience.

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The Reintroduction of the Murray Crayfish in South Australia

Murray Crayfish

After 40 years, Murray crayfish are being reintroduced to South Australia.听As a keystone species, their return could bring major ecological benefits, but long-term success will require continued effort.听

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Rethinking artificial lawns: The impact on 米兰电子 urban heat

Artificial Lawn

With climate change intensifying heatwaves, we need better urban planning to keep our cities cool and liveable. Should councils restrict artificial turf use? What鈥檚 your take?

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