Blog archive:
November 2023

  • Safeguarding Australia's unique botanical diversity

    In conversation with Dr Noushka Reiter, winner of the 2023 Australian Institute of Botanical Science Eureka Prize for Excellence in Botanical Science.

    Science
    Kate Smith
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    2023 AM Eureka Prizes – Finalist

  • Back from the brink: Snail success stories

    Members of the Australian Museum Malacology team – Dr Frank Köhler and Dr Isabel Hyman – and Taronga Zoo colleague, Parnee Bonson, visited Phillip Island as part of the AM-led Norfolk Island expedition. The team were on the look-out for Critically Endangered snails, and the results were astounding!

    AMRI
    Meagan Warwick, Dr Isabel Hyman, Dr Frank Köhler
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    <i>Advena grayi</i>, thought to be extinct until a small population was found on Phillip Island.

  • Fostering active participation in turtle conservation

    In conversation with Associate Professor Ricky Spencer from the 1 Million Turtles Community Conservation Program, winner of the 2023 Department of Industry, Science and Resources Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science.

    Science
    Kate Smith
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    2023 AM Eureka Prizes – Finalist