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Freshwater fish face growing extinction threat
Fri, 25 Sep 2026
Many of Australia's unique freshwater fish species are edging closer to extinction, with new research warning that the nation's Wet Tropics is facing an escalating conservation crisis.

JCU brings maritime engineering to Cairns
Mon, 14 Sep 2026
James Cook University will offer aspiring maritime engineers the chance to begin their degree in Cairns from 2027 through a new partnership with the University of Tasmania’s renowned Australian Maritime College (AMC).

Australia’s reliance on seafood imports may be exporting problems
Wed, 26 Aug 2026
Despite having one of the world's largest fishing zones, Australia produces only a tiny share of the world's seafood, with new research suggesting the nation's heavy reliance on imports is shifting environmental and social costs to other countries.

JCU scientists set sail
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
A James Cook University marine geologist will serve as Chief Scientist on this week’s transit voyage of CSIRO research vessel (RV) Investigator, mapping the seafloor off Australia’s east coast and helping protect the environment and shipping.

Call for bigger role for citizen scientists
Tue, 7 Jul 2026
Citizen science is booming and could play a much greater role in tackling climate change, reef health, biodiversity and public health challenges by involving members of the public throughout the research process, according to a new study.

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