Warm waters marching south threaten the East Antarctic Ice Sheet
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 30 July 2022
CSIRO and University of Southampton research shows warm waters are reaching East Antarctica, threatening the Aurora Subglacial Basin. This could accelerate melting, raising sea levels by meters if warming continues.
Keywords: East Antarctic Ice Sheet, Aurora Subglacial Basin, sea level rise, ocean warming, circumpolar current, climate change
Ten new species you need to meet
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 9 August 2022
CSIRO named 10 remarkable new species, from deep-sea anthias and the Silverspot Weedfish to cave-dwelling weevils, a butterfly-caring ant, gall wasps, a caddisfly, and a marine trematode, showcasing Australia’s rich biodiversity.
Keywords: CSIRO, new species, Silverspot Weedfish, anthias, Undarobius weevils, Anonychomyrma inclinata, Bulloak Jewel Butterfly, biodiversity, taxonomy
Scientists call for a national approach to marine and coastal restoration
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 12 August 2022
A CSIRO–JCU study calls for a coordinated, large-scale plan to restore Australia’s degraded coasts and marine ecosystems, stressing Indigenous-led efforts, streamlined laws, and blue carbon benefits to fight climate change and boost resilience.
Keywords: CSIRO, JCU, marine restoration, blue carbon, climate change, Indigenous-led projects, coastal ecosystems, biodiversity, policy
