Cracking the koala's genetic code
IAE researchers help in world first sequencing of the koala genome
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World Class Ecology Research
We pride ourselves on the interdisciplinary nature of our work, and span a broad range of expertise.
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Become an accredited AUSRIVAS assessor with this online and face-to-face workshop
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Institute for Applied Ecology
The Institute for Applied Ecology undertakes world class research to improve our understanding of the environment, and enhance decision-making for natural resource management and sustainable development.
The Institute operates within two specialised centres: the Centre for Conservation Ecology and Genetics, and the Centre for Applied Water Science.
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Upcoming Events
Institute for Applied Ecology Annual Krebs Lecture
Ecology for people and Country: Culturally directed, large-scale fire management in the Great Sandy Desert
Australia is an arid continent, and its inland is covered by mighty deserts. Many people think... Event details Institute for Applied Ecology Annual Krebs Lecture
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Children’s Tales for Courageous Conservation
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Bedtime fables often teach young children about morals, hope, or love. But what can The Magic Pudding story ...
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Ten years of the Krebs Lecture
More on Ten years of the Krebs LectureCelebrating a decade of bridging scientists, policy makers and the public, the annual lecture series from UC’s Institute for Applied Ecology has grown from strength to strength, playing an important role in disseminating scientific information and generating discussion.
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University of Canberra announces Professor Paddy Nixon as new Vice-Chancellor
More on University of Canberra announces Professor Paddy Nixon as new Vice-ChancellorThe University of Canberra today announced Professor Paddy Nixon as the sixth Vice-Chancellor and President. Professor Nixon will begin his tenure in June 2020.
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An island retreat for frogs … for now
More on An island retreat for frogs … for nowNew Guinea is the last major centre of amphibian biodiversity free from the chytrid fungus, and a consortium of experts is calling for urgent action to safeguard the frog population.
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A natural solution to save the bees
More on A natural solution to save the beesA University of Canberra researcher believes that probiotics may hold the key to saving bees from a common disease.
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Research at UC 'well above world standard'
More on Research at UC 'well above world standard'The University of Canberra’s research disciplines deemed to be above and well-above world class has more than doubled in less than three years, according to a recent government assessment of research excellence.