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23 Oct 2023
Explainer: How does moss survive in Antarctica?
Antarctica is the coldest, windiest and driest continent on Earth. Yet, amidst these harsh environmental conditions, mosses not only survive but thrive. -
17 Oct 2023
Professor Chris Greening awarded Prime Minister’s Prize for Life Scientist of the Year
“To receive the Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year is surreal. Growing up as a working-class kid, I had no idea what I wanted to do for… -
13 Sep 2023
Failure to freeze: Low Antarctic sea ice may be ‘new abnormal’
“It appears we’re seeing the decline of the sea ice, long predicted by climate models.” — Dr Ariaan Purich -
28 Aug 2023
Scientists call for a worldwide biodiversity monitoring system
The system will help bridge the gap between science and effective policy. -
25 Aug 2023
2023 French-Australian Cooperative Research Grant
Applications are now open for the 2023 French-Australian Cooperative Research Grant -
16 Aug 2023
Invasive insects are a clear but variable threat to biodiversity
The environmental impact of invasive insects across the globe is highly variable, and more data is needed to fully understand the threat, new research shows. -
11 Jul 2023
DNA Detectives: New ways to spot Southern Ocean hitchhikers
How do you spot an invader you can’t see in a harsh and unforgiving environment? -
19 Jun 2023
Celebrate World Albatross Day
World Albatross Day highlights the conservation crisis faced by 31 species of albatrosses, petrels and shearwaters -
12 Jun 2023
Distinguished Professor Sharon Robinson named a Member of the Order of Australia
Internationally renowned science researcher recognised for service to the study of climate change in Antarctica -
30 May 2023
SAEF’s first all-women field team returns from Macquarie Island
Three women scientists have completed fieldwork on Macquarie Island to understand the sub-Antarctic island’s unique plants and insects and how they are responding to climate change and invasive species. Braving… -
26 Apr 2023
Now available: First comprehensive inventory of alien species in the Antarctic region
The most up-to-date and complete dataset of introduced and invasive species in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean is now available.
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