Join the hunt for shark egg cases
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 20 March 2023
Sharks, rays, and relatives have diverse reproduction strategies. Their egg cases, or "mermaids’ purses," are unique to each species, aiding taxonomy. Citizen science hunts help track them, revealing species biology and habitats.
Keywords: sharks, egg cases, mermaids’ purses, reproduction, taxonomy, citizen science, Great Eggcase Hunt
the ‘weather forecast for water quality’ that’s an Australian world first
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 21 March 2023
CSIRO’s AquaWatch project will deliver real-time, ground-to-space water quality monitoring across Australia by 2030. It combines satellites, sensors, and AI to forecast algal blooms, sediment plumes, and contamination risks.
Keywords: AquaWatch, CSIRO, water quality, satellites, sensors, algal blooms, climate impacts
CSIRO embarks on mission to create a 'weather service' for water quality
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 22 March 2023
CSIRO’s AquaWatch mission, with SmartSat CRC and partners, is building a global ground-to-space water quality monitoring system. It integrates satellites, sensors, and AI to deliver real-time updates and forecasts to protect water, people, and ecosystems.
Keywords: CSIRO, AquaWatch, SmartSat CRC, water monitoring, satellites, AI, ecosystems
