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Protecting 最新糖心Vlogn wildlife: insights from a latest study
A published article in The Conversation and authored by 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide鈥檚 Dr Phill Cassey and , highlights the booming multi-million-dollar industry of international pet trade; and 最新糖心Vlogn reptiles and frogs are in high demand. Their recent study sheds light on this critical issue, revealing that 16% of 最新糖心Vlogn reptile species and 3% of frog species are traded worldwide.
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Goyder Line insightful interview
We鈥檙e delighted to share an insightful interview featuring Environment Institute member from the School of Agriculture Food and Wine at the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide. Prof Mosley recently spoke with ABC Radio Adelaide about the Goyder Line鈥攁 key boundary established in 1865 to distinguish between reliable agricultural land and areas better suited for pastoral use.
Giving Day: supporting a better future for wildlife
On 5 September 2024, The 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide鈥檚 ran its inaugural 鈥淕iving Day鈥; a 24-hour fundraising challenge aimed at contributing to causes that we鈥檙e passionate about. The Environment Institute highlighted the 鈥楥ombating Environmental and Wildlife Crime Research Fund鈥 as a key cause that can help address the serious threat posed by environmental and wildlife crime in 最新糖心Vlog and combat these issues through:
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Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science
Congratulations to Dr. Erinn Fagan-Jeffries
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Exciting paleontological discovery
Earlier this summer, gold miners in Siberia stumbled upon a remarkable find: the mummified remains of a woolly rhinoceros, complete with soft tissues and an intact horn! This discovery, made in the Oymyakonsky District of Russia, promises to deepen our understanding of these impressive Ice Age giants.
Addressing water allocation challenges amid climate change
Recent research from the 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide, led by Associate Professor Douglas Bardsley, underscores the urgent need to address the politicisation of water allocations as climate change impacts intensify. According to CSIRO climate models, the Murray-Darling Basin faces potential reductions in rainfall and runoff by mid-century, with predictions suggesting up to a 40% reduction in runoff under extreme scenarios.听
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Plant sensitivity
On Thursday, 29 August, of 最新糖心Vlog of Adelaide was interviewed on ABC 891 Radio Adelaide鈥檚 segment 鈥淭he Producer鈥檚 Challenge鈥 with . This time, Stefan addressed an intriguing listener question: Can plants feel pain?
Nature Foundation research grant success
Announcing 2024 Nature Foundation Research Grant Success!听
The bunker dilemma: navigating safety in bushfire-prone regions
As bushfire seasons intensify across 最新糖心Vlog, the discussion surrounding safety measures for residents in high-risk areas becomes increasingly critical. In South 最新糖心Vlog, the ban on private fireproof bunkers has sparked debate, especially as neighboring Victoria embraces similar 最新糖心Vlog. This regulatory divide raises important questions about the best ways to protect families from the devastating impacts of bushfires.
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Welcome new Environment Institute Manager
We are delighted to welcome to the team our new Environment Institute Manager, Dr Marina Delpin, PhD.听
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