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Scientist maps Coral Sea
Thursday, 16 February 2012
A new digital map that details the reefs, mountains and canyons of Australia’s Coral Sea region has been created by a geologist.
Trees can save streams: study
Sunday, 12 February 2012
Streams surrounded by vegetation have better biodiversity and are of better quality than streams with sparse plants, a new study shows.
Climate speeds up microbial change
Thursday, 09 February 2012
Microbes in Antarctica’s Dry Valleys are changing at a faster pace due to climate change, new research shows.
‘Dire future’ awaits big trees
Wednesday, 08 February 2012
The world’s “biggest and most magnificent” trees are threatened by habitat fragmentation, loggers and more, a leading scientist says.
Climate ups risk of toxic harm
Sunday, 05 February 2012
The effects of climate change could expose Australians to greater risks from toxic contamination, a leading scientist has warned.
Ocean warming drives coral growth
Thursday, 02 February 2012
Warming waters are driving coral growth – and calcification – in tropical oceans, a new study reveals. 
Climate history hints on future
Wednesday, 01 February 2012
A grim future awaits humans as a study on climate change history shows that climate events affected mankind’s safety and survival.
New form of bushfire found
Wednesday, 01 February 2012
A new form of bushfire that channels fire and trigger firestorms has been identified, lending new insights to past bushfire incidents.
Sea cucumbers key to save corals
Tuesday, 31 January 2012
Sea cucumbers, by producing a component that is vital for corals, can protect reefs from ocean acidification, new research shows.
Moreton Bay corals ‘still at risk’
Monday, 30 January 2012
While implementing no-fishing zones has aided the recovery of some corals, reefs and seagrass are still at risk, researchers warn.

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