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We pride ourselves on the interdisciplinary nature of our work, and span a broad range of expertise.

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Cracking the koala's genetic code

IAE researchers help in world first sequencing of the koala genome

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Become an accredited AUSRIVAS assessor with this online and face-to-face workshop

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The Institute for Applied Ecology undertakes world class research to improve our understanding of the environment, and enhance decision-making for natural resource management and sustainable development.

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Upcoming Events

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 18:30:00 +11:00

Krebs Lecture

Join Landscape Ecologist and Conservation Biologist, Professor David Lindenmayer AO as he explores the new perspectives on the environmental impacts of multiple landscape transformations.

Gain new insights into the impacts of... Event details Krebs Lecture

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 11:30:00 +11:00

IAE Seminar Series: Effects of extreme events on ecosystem functioning in lake.

Lakes play a significant role in carbon cycling at a global scale. An increased frequency and severity of extreme storms may alter lake productivity by disrupting patterns of stratification and... Event details IAE Seminar Series: Effects of extreme events on ecosystem functioning in lake.

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    Celebrating major achievements of the IAE

    The Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) is celebrating its major achievements and the positive impacts they have had on the environment and how ...

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  1. Rod

    Eventful PhD journey draws to a close

    University of Canberra PhD graduate Rodney Ubrihien is celebrating the end of his university journey after juggling fatherhood with his study commitments

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  2. Dr Tariq Ezaz and Julie Strand are working on a project to develop cell lines for biobanking.

    New UC project could provide major boost for species conservation

    A research project at the University of Canberra’s Institute for Applied Ecology is focusing on the development of cell lines for biobanking.

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  3. Researchers and artists with their Shirty Science designs

    Getting Shirty with science

    University of Canberra academics have teamed up with local artists to spread the word about their research.

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  4. Koala

    UC scientists help crack genetic code of koalas

    Koalas could be less at risk of extinction after a team of scientists, including two from the University of Canberra, successfully completed the full sequencing of the animal’s genome

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  5. Stocky Galaxias

    Critically endangered fish fighting upstream battle against brumbies

    Researchers at the University of Canberra are concerned wild horses in the Kosciuszko National Park could wipe out a critically endangered species of fish

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