Blog archive: November 2022
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Science
Meet the junior scientist with a passion for physics
In conversation with Leon H., awarded third place in the 2021 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Primary
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AMRI
Home sweet home: the creatures of ancient underwater volcanoes
PhD student, Beth Flaxman, who was recently onboard the CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator, sampled the mysterious creatures of the deep sea. Find out more about how scientists sampled these creatures that call ancient underwater volcanoes home.
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AMRI
How do you weigh an extinct amphibian?
Estimating the mass of a long-extinct animal is a challenging endeavour – and there is often no “one best method” of doing so. But Australian Museum, UNSW and UNE scientists have just helped us answer the question, in a newly published case study: how do you weigh an extinct amphibian?
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Science
Harnessing interdisciplinary research to understand how healthy and unhealthy diets impact the environment
In conversation with the winners of the 2022 Eureka Prize for Excellence in Interdisciplinary Scientific Research.
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AMRI
News from LIRS: Lizard Island’s smallest fish, and where to find them
Each month, a selected blog from Lizard Island Reef Research Foundation (LIRRF) is featured at the AM. LIRRF supports scientific research & education at the AM’s Lizard Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef. This month, we feature: Lizard Island’s smallest fish, and where to find them.
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AMRI
The fish list: A decade in the making
Home to the billowing sails of the Opera House and the shimmering arches of the Harbour Bridge, Sydney is famed for its magnificent harbour – but what lies beneath the water’s surface? In a recent study, Australian Museum scientists delve into the remarkable biodiversity of Sydney harbour.
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Science
Professor Veena Sahajwalla: shifting the mindset of the nation
In conversation with Professor Veena Sahajwalla, winner of the 2022 Celestino Eureka Prize for Promoting Understanding of Science.
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Science
Exploring animal adaptation
In conversation with Genevieve S., winner of the 2022 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Primary.
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Science
Neuroplasticity: changing your brain
In conversation with Iestyn R., winner of the 2022 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Secondary.
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AMRI
Will you answer the call? Help us understand how your local frogs are faring
In winter 2021, thousands of dead frogs were reported across Australia. To help us understand the impact of this event on our frogs, we need your help.
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Science
Transforming the humble glass microscope slide into a diagnostic lab
In conversation with NanoMslide, winner of the 2022 ANSTO Eureka Prize for Innovative Use of Technology.
