Cracking the koala's genetic code

IAE researchers help in world first sequencing of the koala genome

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World Class Ecology Research

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

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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.
The Institute operates within two specialised centres: the Centre for Conservation Ecology and Genetics, and the Centre for Applied Water Science.

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IAE Seminar Series - Sem 1 2024

Each week the IAE hosts a seminar on a broad range of topics, such as environmental management, genetics, water science, ecotoxicology and conservation ecology. Speakers are drawn from external organisations... Event details IAE Seminar Series - Sem 1 2024

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Earth Day

Kicking off Stress Less Week with some mindfulness, UCX has a range of activities for you to enjoy on the concourse lawns to celebrate Earth Day.

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    Using DNA to unlock the legend of the Loch Ness Monster

    An international team of scientists are heading to Scotland in June to test the murky waters of the legendary Loch Ness. They will ...

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  1. An Australian river with eucalypts

    Water Dreaming sees UC scientist challenge Parliament

    Brad Moggridge’s research into traditional Aboriginal knowledge of water may deliver better ways to survive in one of the world’s driest continents

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  2. An aerial view of the South Coast

    Turbulent future for Australia’s coasts: UC public lecture

    Leading researcher Emma Johnston has warned that climate change and increased nutrient flows are impacting Australia’s coastal zones

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  3. A sugar glider emerges from a hollow in a tree

    UC led-study identifies not so sweet Tasmanian invader

    New University of Canberra-led research has found the sweet-faced sugar glider is an introduced pest in Tasmania

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  4. An elevated photo of sunrise over the Amazon with the river and several stream visible in the early light

    Small streams essential to freshwater ecology: UC expert

    UC researcher highlights the need to protect small streams, even in large water catchment areas, to conserve vulnerable species

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  5. An Australian Bearded Dragon

    UC researchers peek inside the dragon’s egg

    University of Canberra researchers discover more about Australia’s sex-reversing bearded dragons catching them with their pants down

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