Why sharks are important to the study of human health
Australian Geographic Shark BlogDespite our differences, sharks are providing some truly notable outcomes for human health.
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Gallery: Saving our platypuses
GalleriesResearch on platypus numbers and distribution is being stepped up as science tries new ways to document this elusive Australian species. Photography by Doug Gimesy.
How a shark donated its body to science
Science & EnvironmentThis broadnose sevengill shark couldn’t have washed ashore at a more appropriate location, and will now be used to assist with research and conservation.
Small earthquakes could help warn of the next big quake in Australia
Science & EnvironmentPotentially deadly and dangerous earthquakes can strike at any time. But can authorities get some early warning from monitoring the hundreds of small quakes that usually go unnoticed?
Whale shark mugshots reveal teenage males hang around WA’s coast
WildlifeBy identifying whale sharks from their unique spot and strike patterns, researchers have traced the species movements, and it looks like a disproportionate amount of juvenile male sharks repeatedly visit Ningaloo Reef.
State of the Climate 2016: Bureau of Meteorology and CSIRO
Science & EnvironmentThe new State of the Climate report outlines Australia’s rising temperatures and its regional rainfall declines – and the trends that are locked in for the coming few decades due to greenhouse emissions.
New weapon against virus killing Australia’s endangered parrots
NewsFindings announced this week could be the beginning of a cure for the disease threatening four endangered native parrots.
The 2016 Eureka Prizes showcase the best in Australian science
NewsThe pioneers of Australian scientific research, education and communication have been recognised in the 2016 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.
Crocodile eyes more sophisticated than previously thought
NewsCrocodile eyes are even more finely tuned for hunting than we thought, according to new Australian research.
GALLERY: Researchers in the wild
Science & EnvironmentWild Researchers is a photographic collaboration between award-winning Australian photographer, Tamara Dean and the University of NSW. The evocative images of researchers in the field challenge the stereotype of scientists in lab coats. The exhibition is being held at the Australian Museum until 13 December 2015.