Mapping a changing Great Barrier Reef as oceans warm
23 JulA new field guide has captured marine species shifts on the southern Great Barrier Reef – providing critical insights into the impacts of warming oceans and environmental change.
Australia has already spent over $100 million dealing with Varroa mite. Here’s what we can do next
After costing Australia more than $100 million and threatening the bees behind a third of our food production, the Varroa mite crisis is entering a new phase – and researchers believe a breakthrough technology could help turn the tide.
How spider venoms could stop deadly varroa mites: new UniSC-led research
2 JulScientists have discovered biodegradable compounds in spider venom that could revolutionise the fight against the bee-killing varroa mite.
World-first catch: new shark species
16 JunA night dive to study wild sharks that can walk on land has surfaced with something even more rare – a species unknown to science.
Majestic manta rays dive deep to survive: new research
4 JunNew research led by the University of the Sunshine Coast has found that reef manta rays are diving deep in storm events to find food and stay alive.
Antibiotic resistant gene found in SEQ horses
2 JunUniSC research into a common environmental germ that can cause severe infections in people and animals has raised concern that horses are starting to develop antibiotic resistance towards it.
Wombats, turtles, koalas and more: Panel to explore saving iconic wildlife
22 MayFrom a new vaccine saving koalas to an influencer whose wildlife rescues are watched by millions online – discover how research and community action can help save our iconic wildlife.
Mapping a changing Great Barrier Reef as oceans warm
22 MayA new guide reveals how the Great Barrier Reef is changing – uncovering 800 species, new discoveries and vital clues about its future as oceans warm.
Lifesaver: Centre opens to rehab and research sick and injured marine turtles
15 MayEndangered sea turtles were washing up sick and injured on the Fraser Coast with a local facility to care for them properly – now a new partnership has established a UniSC-led rescue and research centre, giving them a second chance at survival while helping protect turtles.
Biosphere in a bottle: researchers and distillers bring landscape to life
14 MayFrom perfect blue ocean to lush green rainforest, millions of people have seen the visual beauty of the Sunshine Coast Biosphere - Now, through a new collaboration between the University of the Sunshine Coast and Sunshine and Sons, people can experience it through taste, sound and story as well.
What it's like working as a production manager on a Pixar movie
21 AprUniSC graduate and Pixar Animation Studios feature film production manager, Lucy Laliberte, writes about what it's like working as a production manager an blockbuster film.
Study finds island songbirds have their own music and culture
15 AprWhether it is the climate, beaches, or simply being away from the hustle and bustle, island cultures around the world often do things differently to the mainland. It turns out this phenomenon isn’t unique to humans.
Want to be a citizen scientist? Here are 5 ways to get involved
7 AprEver wondered what it might feel like to spot giant spider crabs while you’re snorkelling? Or check plants for the circular holes that indicate native bees are collecting nest materials? Citizen science relies on people like you – more than a million of them in Australia, actually – to collect and analyse valuable data about the world around us.
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