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Antarctica’s coasts vulnerable to hitchhiking pests and pollution New ocean models reveal how Antarctica’s unique ecosystems could be threatened by the arrival of non-native marine species and marine pollution from other continents. In a new study published in Global Change Biology, scientists suggest that floating objects can reach Antarctic waters— by hitching a ride on […]

Extreme weather threatens survival of seabirds and seals Scientists have identified the Australian and Antarctic marine predators most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, and it will help focus conservation efforts for species under threat. The new PhD study, published in Global Change Biology, highlights the need to understand how severe weather impacts species

Significant new funding for critical climate research The Australian Centre for Excellence in Antarctic Science congratulates all recipients of the latest round of Australian Research Council (ARC) grants through the 2025 Discovery Projects scheme. “There’s so much to understand about the Antarctic and there’s more urgency than ever,” said Director of ACEAS, Matt King. “Together

Best paper awards: first round announced We are pleased to announce that the following papers have received the first of the ACEAS best paper awards: Category: Postdoctoral Research Associates Katharina Hochmuth (UTAS) on board the RV Polarstern Katharina Hochmuth (J Whittaker, J., Huang, X.) (2024) From Bottom Water Production to Warm Water Intrusions – The