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Researchers call for shift in reef restoration funding

Nov 27, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

Researchers are calling for a transformational shift in the funding of coral reef restoration efforts across the southeast Asia region.
Carbon credits scheme failing threatened species, says study

Nov 20, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

New research shows that most areas under a federal government scheme designed to reduce carbon emissions or store carbon don't protect the habitat of threatened species.
Coral reef snapper feeling impacts of marine heat waves on Great Barrier Reef

Oct 4, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

The fate of a popular fish found on the Great Barrier Reef could be in jeopardy, with a new James Cook University study highlighting the impact of marine heat waves on the Spanish Flag Snapper.
'Sauna' mangrove sanctuaries pose risk for stingrays

Aug 29, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

A new study from James Cook University has revealed that mangrove habitats may serve as temporary sanctuaries for stingrays, but scientists fear the "saunas" could become too hot to handle with climate change accelerating. The study is published in the Journal of Thermal Biology.
Moving beyond the pathology of policies pushing species toward extinction

Aug 28, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

A James Cook University researcher says scientists need to learn how to play the "politics game" if they don't want conservation goals to be continually ignored. JCU adjunct Associate Professor Noel Preece is the lead author of a paper published in Integrative Conservation that examines why environmental policies are often agreed to but never implemented.
Scientists achieve rapid upcycling of microplastics to graphene

Aug 13, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

James Cook University researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough that allows them to convert microplastics to a highly valuable material. The study is published in the journal Small Science. JCU Professor Mohan Jacob said some plastic waste degrades into smaller fragments, often reaching micron sizes.
MIL-Evening Report: Nuclear energy creates the most dangerous form of radioactive waste. Where does Peter Dutton plan to put it?

Jun 26, 2024 | energycentral.com | James Cook

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rosemary Hill, Adjunct Professor, James Cook UniversityOpposition Leader Peter Dutton’s pledge to build seven nuclear energy plants, if elected, has triggered heated political debate – mostly about the costs and timetable of the plan. But the concept of nuclear energy in Australia must overcome an arguably even bigger hurdle: how to dispose of high-level nuclear waste.
Rats study tests whether photoluminescent fur is used in nocturnal communication

Jun 18, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

In a world-first experiment, JCU researchers have been using the pelts of dead rats to test if the glow-in-the-dark fur of mammals is being used for secret nocturnal communication. The results are published in the Australian Journal of Zoology. JCU researcher Linda Reinhold led the study.
Silent species face extinction: Study highlights bias in conservation research

May 23, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

A new study warns bias towards popular animals in conservation research might see some important, but less spectacular, species suffer "silent extinctions" as their plight goes unrecognized.
Research show oysters could help clean up the reef through filtration

Apr 24, 2024 | phys.org | James Cook

Scientists have found oysters could be very useful in gobbling up nutrient pollution from tropical waterways, including the Great Barrier Reef. James Cook University's Professor Jan Strugnell was co-author of a study that examined the effectiveness of using Blacklip Rock Oysters to remove nitrogen, phosphorous, solids and chlorophyll from waterways.