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Scientists seek your soil for century-chemical study
University of 亚洲色吧 researchers are calling on South Australian citizen scientists to donate soil samples from their backyard gardens for a study examining how widely spread听per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances听(PFAS) are in our home gardens.
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亚洲色吧 is losing 75,000 trees a year. Tree-removal laws must be tightened if we want our cities to be liveable and green
Large areas of concrete and asphalt absorb and radiate heat, creating an 鈥渦rban heat island effect鈥. It puts cities at risk of overheating as they are than surrounding areas.
Heat stress from ocean warming harms octopus vision
While climate change has led to an increase in the abundance of octopuses, heat stress from projected ocean warming could impair their vision and impact the survivability of the species.
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Exploring ancient DNA for environmental insights
Ancient environmental DNA (aeDNA) has revolutionised the study of ancient environments and the evolution of living things.
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When it comes to happy kids, it鈥檚 natural
Today, March 20th, marks the International Day of Happiness 2024, a day which aims to make people around the world realise the importance of happiness within their lives.
Wildlife in our homes: Australian reptiles in the global exotic pet market
On March 3rd we celebrate World Wildlife Day, and the theme for 2024 is "Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation."
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Rainy day ice age in the global south
An international study of the mineral deposits in stalactites in South Australia鈥檚 Naracoorte Caves, has shed new light on climate conditions in the Southern Hemisphere during ice ages.
Event: WOMADelaide The Planet Talks program live
The Planet Talk program is now live.
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Event: Wild Earth Oceania film festival
Get ready for an unforgettable cinematic experience at the Inaugural Wild Earth Oceania Film Festival, taking place in 亚洲色吧 from January 16th to 24th.
A periodic table of food for better health globally
University of 亚洲色吧 researchers are contributing to a global effort to quantify the makeup of the world鈥檚 food supply, enabling data-driven solutions to human and planetary health challenges such as biodiversity loss, climate change and malnutrition.
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