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IAE researchers help in world first sequencing of the koala genome
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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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Children’s Tales for Courageous Conservation
Children’s Tales for Courageous Conservation
Bedtime fables often teach young children about morals, hope, or love. But what can The Magic Pudding story ...
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UC to host National eDNA Reference Centre on campus
The University of Canberra will establish a National eDNA Reference Centre on campus and provide a number of supporting services to the Australian Government’s National Environment DNA (eDNA) Testing Program in a new partnership agreement.
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Interdisciplinary team investigates new fossil site to better understand past climate changes
Scientists from the University of Canberra and the Australian Museum have received a rare glimpse into yesteryear, after investigating a new fossil site in central New South Wales.
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UC researchers support open letter to remove feral horses in Kosciuszko
Researchers from the University of Canberra have joined scientists across Australia in the call to prevent further ecological damage in Kosciuszko National Park and other parks.
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UC’s Krebs Lecture 2021: Accelerating species recovery through the application of genomics – a tale of the Tasmanian devil and the koala
Professor Kathy Belov will deliver this year’s Krebs Lecture at the University of Canberra, outlining her extensive research into using genomics applications to save endangered species – and touching on fascinating evolutionary adaptations with far-reaching implications.
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Climate change likely to outpace species adaptation
Analysing past rates of evolution, University of Canberra researcher Dr Joanne Bennett has found that many species won’t be able to adapt their physiologies fast enough to respond to climate change.