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18 Sep 2025
The Chemistry of Antarctic Lakes
A new study, led by SAEF researcher Dr Liza McDonough from ANSTO, has sought to understand the organic molecules in five lakes around Casey Station in Antarctica. -
24 Nov 2023
Arctic vs Antarctic lake microbes: New research reveals unique evolutionary tales
The first large-scale DNA study of microorganisms in Arctic, sub-Antarctic and Antarctic lakes has revealed their distinct evolutionary histories, dispelling long held beliefs that these microorganisms are the same all… -
13 Feb 2023
The Lessons We Can Learn from Sub-Antarctic Lakes
The lakes on Macquarie Island are largely a mystery to scientists. But new research is starting to unveil their secrets and the water processes that sustain them. -
9 Mar 2022
SAEF Goes South: Aimee and Toby
Last month, seven SAEF researchers traveled on an expedition to Casey Station in Antarctica. Over three weeks they completed fieldwork for a range of different projects that seek to protect… -
3 Feb 2022
SAEF Goes South: 2021 – 2022 Antarctic Field Season
A team of SAEF researchers are today headed south from Hobart to Casey Station in Antarctica to undertake the program’s first season of fieldwork.
