Search results for Australia environment

Evolution May 14, 2025

Fossil discovery pushes origin of Australian tree frogs back 22 million years

Newly discovered evidence of Australia's earliest species of tree frog challenges what we know about when Australian and South American frogs parted ways on the evolutionary tree.

Economics & Business May 6, 2025

New financial model promises to steady the ship for Australia's naval fleet

A new planning formula to optimize the lifecycle value of Australia's warships in an era of geopolitical instability has been proposed by researchers at the University of South Australia.

Ecology May 5, 2025

Newly discovered tropical oyster reefs are thriving across northern Australia—they deserve protection

Oysters are so much more than a seafood delicacy. They're ecosystem engineers, capable of building remarkably complex reefs. These structures act as the kidneys of the sea, cleaning the water and keeping the coast healthy, ...

Political science Apr 30, 2025

Renewables, coal or nuclear? Generational preferences in Australia may play a surprising role

In an otherwise unremarkable election campaign, the major parties are promising sharply different energy blueprints for Australia. Labor is pitching a high-renewables future powered largely by wind, solar, hydroelectricity ...

Social Sciences Apr 14, 2025

Struggling Ph.D. moms: The need for a supportive environment for mental well-being

Pursuing a Ph.D. can empower women by advancing their careers and driving social change. Doctoral studies also provide a space for them to reach their potential and follow their passion for academic work.

Plants & Animals Apr 2, 2025

Drought shrinks breeding range for California's wild salmon

An international team of researchers has found that climate change is negatively impacting the Californian wild salmon population, which should serve as a warning to Australia.

Education Apr 1, 2025

School inclusion still failing autistic students, say researchers

Research from the University of South Australia shows that autistic students are still struggling at school, despite efforts to improve services and supports.

Plants & Animals Mar 27, 2025

Master architects of spider world discovered in northern Australia

A team of scientists led by The University of Western Australia has discovered two new species of trapdoor spiders in the Kimberley region, marking the first time members of the species have been found in northern Australia.

Ecology Mar 26, 2025

Sustainable seaweed farming could be the way of the future

Seaweed farming could be the sustainable solution the world has been looking for, but new research from Monash University and the University of the Sunshine Coast suggests Australia has a long way to go before it can capitalize ...

Earth Sciences Mar 26, 2025

Concern for groundwater management as summer heat and drought strain Perth's ecosystems

New research from the University of Western Australia has highlighted the impact of the 2023–24 summer's extreme heat and drought on Perth's ecosystems.

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