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Finding Nemo’s family: a good home is more important than good genes
Thu, 28 Nov 2019
In a world-first study, scientists find the long-term success of the clownfish has very little to do with good genes but instead depends on whether they’re born into and are living in the best places.

Heat waves, fires, droughts and the environment: what do we need to know in a changing climate?
Wed, 20 Nov 2019
A new study drawing on eight years of intensive research has produced 18 immediate priorities for managing our natural ecosystems and dealing with climate change – while recognising economic and logistical realities.

JCU stars shine in world of academia
Tue, 19 Nov 2019
Five James Cook University scientists have been named in an elite group of ‘highly cited’ researchers as part of a worldwide survey of the impact of academic work.

Great Barrier Reef explodes with life as mass coral spawning drives new era of collaboration
Fri, 15 Nov 2019
One of nature’s greatest spectacles, the annual mass coral spawning, will begin this weekend on the Great Barrier Reef giving rise to millions of next-generation coral babies.

Predicting the future of coral reefs
Wed, 13 Nov 2019
A James Cook University scientist is set to examine whether coral reefs will be able to adapt to the pace of climate change as conditions for their survival deteriorate.

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