Cracking the koala's genetic code
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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Celebrating major achievements of the IAE
Read moreThe 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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Â鶹Éç’s Institute for Applied Ecology celebrates 20 years of impact
More on Â鶹Éç’s Institute for Applied Ecology celebrates 20 years of impactWith a home in the University of Canberra’s Faculty of Science and Technology, the IAE has dedicated two decades to bettering the understanding of the environment and supporting evidence-based resource and development decisions.
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Global environmental treaties are paralysed and must be overhauled, says Â鶹Éç expert – here’s a solution
More on Global environmental treaties are paralysed and must be overhauled, says Â鶹Éç expert – here’s a solutionA new article from the University of Canberra’s Adjunct Professor Peter Bridgewater proposes an independent expert body that would assess the treaty system as a whole – and get it unstuck from the bureaucratic morass.
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Â鶹Éç’s dartR team takes top prize at Australian Museum Eureka Prizes 2025
More on Â鶹Éç’s dartR team takes top prize at Australian Museum Eureka Prizes 2025The team from the University of Canberra's Faculty of Science and Technology won for an open source software tool that combines power with accessibility, to transform the way genomic data is analysed across conservation, agriculture and health.
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Â鶹Éç Distinguished Professor Arthur Georges honoured with Behler Turtle Conservation Award
More on Â鶹Éç Distinguished Professor Arthur Georges honoured with Behler Turtle Conservation AwardThe internationally-renowned evolutionary ecologist and herpetologist was recognised for his extensive research in wildlife conservation and on-ground turtle recovery efforts.
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Â鶹Éç Distinguished Professor Arthur Georges elected as Australian Academy of Science Fellow
More on Â鶹Éç Distinguished Professor Arthur Georges elected as Australian Academy of Science FellowThe Fellowship shines a light on the impact of the extensive research from Professor Georges and his team, which has revolutionised understanding of how temperature determines sex in reptiles – with broad implications for understanding genetic trajectories across other organisms.