Coral reef science enters the space age
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 17 March 2016
NASA and CSIRO launch the CORAL mission using PRISM imaging to map coral reefs, including the Great Barrier Reef. The project will advance reef health monitoring, guide conservation, and pave the way for future satellite-based assessments.
Keywords: CORAL mission, NASA, CSIRO, Great Barrier Reef, PRISM, coral health, reef monitoring
Australians link identity to the Great Barrier Reef
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 24 March 2016
Surveys show most Australians see the Great Barrier Reef as a source of pride and identity, with 89% concerned about climate change threats. Despite risks, over half remain optimistic, suggesting support for stronger protection policies.
Keywords: Great Barrier Reef, Australia, public opinion, climate change, conservation, identity, protection
Sifting for solutions: how sediment analysis is improving reef health
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 31 March 2016
Agricultural runoff in Queensland has increased sediment flow to the Great Barrier Reef 5–10 times higher than pre-1870 levels, threatening coral and seagrass. CSIRO research uses “sediment fingerprints” to target erosion hotspots and protect reef health.
Keywords: Great Barrier Reef, sediment runoff, agriculture, erosion, CSIRO, water quality, conservation
