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Red Handfish to Spread their Fins in New Breeding Node at Seahorse World

4 December 2024

Red handfish conservation has been given another boost, with the establishment of a new breeding node at Seahorse World at Beauty Point, Tasmania. Scientists at the University of Tasmania’s Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies…

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New Treatment for Codling Moth

4 December 2024

A pilot study of sterile insect technology (SIT) in Australian apple orchards has revealed how this technology can successfully outsmart the age-old pest codling moth. The Hort Innovation-funded research project (AP18001) led by the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture…

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The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science 2025

4 December 2024

The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science – Science Prizes award Australian scientists and innovators with prizes to recognise demonstrated achievements in science and research-based innovation and commercialisation. Closing date: Tuesday 17 December 2024 5:00pm AEDT…

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Tasmania’s Best Soil Judges to get Down and Dirty

25 November 2024

Tasmania’s best soil judges are about to put their skills to the test in an international competition. The two teams of University of Tasmania Agricultural Science students have been selected to take on Australia, New Zealand and…

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HX and University of Tasmania Launch World-First Program to Educate Antarctic Passengers

25 November 2024

For the first time, HX travellers and expedition teams will have the unique opportunity to explore Antarctic and polar science in a university-developed program blending immersive learning with real-world experiences – a program that will…

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Sponsorship Grants for Student Science Engagement and International Competitions 2025

25 November 2024

This grant opportunity provides organisations, such as schools and community groups, with funds to sponsor a student or group of students to participate in STEM engagement events, activities and competitions that are hosted in-person or…

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Design Your Own Prize as an Adult Future Shaper

25 November 2024

If you are a community member, educator, or professional who supports young people in Years 5-10 to build confidence, capability or connection with Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths (STEM), this is for you. Apply for…

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Tasmanian STEM Excellence Award Winners

18 November 2024

The winners of the 2024 Tasmanian STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Excellence Awards were announced this week at a celebratory event at a ceremony at the University Club in Hobart. This year Professor Brett Paull​…

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Insect Experts Swarm to Tasmania

18 November 2024

Tasmania will become a hive of activity this week as the state hosts the Australian Entomological Society Conference. The conference in Hobart has attracted entomologists from around Australia, and the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) is playing…

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Hundreds Gather for Emergency Summit on Antarctica’s Future

18 November 2024

Nearly 500 polar experts from around the country will gather in Hobart next week for the inaugural Australian Antarctic Research Conference. The conference will be held at the University of Tasmania from 19-22 November 2024.…

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University Buildings Win Global and National Awards

18 November 2024

The University’s Forestry building in Hobart and River’s Edge building at Inveresk have received national and international recognition at two prestigious award events held in November. Competing against 12 other finalists from around the globe, Forestry was crowned the winner of…

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IMAS Scientists Capture Rock Lobster and Abalone Recreational Fishing Trends

18 November 2024

Tasmanians are setting cray pots for rock lobster and diving for abalone—but how often do they do it, and are they satisfied with the catch and the health of the fishery? The latest survey reveals…

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