Blowing the lid off the volcanic story of Heard Island
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 15 October 2021
Heard Island’s 2016 eruption revealed volcanic iron fuels phytoplankton growth, boosting ocean productivity and carbon storage. New geological mapping shows its long volcanic cycle sustains life and informs climate change research.
Keywords: Heard Island, volcano, phytoplankton, iron, Southern Ocean, carbon cycle
Using artificial intelligence to detect harmful algae
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 12 November 2021
ANACC scientists use AI to rapidly identify harmful algae, replacing slow manual methods. This approach enables early warning systems for algal blooms, protecting ecosystems, public health, and industries like fisheries.
Keywords: algae, artificial intelligence, machine learning, harmful algal blooms, ecosystem, early warning, fisheries
A digital pathway for sustainable fisheries
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 18 November 2021
FishPath, developed by CSIRO, TNC, and NOAA, helps design tailored harvest strategies for data-limited fisheries. Used in Australia and globally, it supports sustainable fishing and builds capacity for long-term resource management.
Keywords: fisheries, FishPath, sustainable fishing, harvest strategies, data-limited, CSIRO, global management
