Latest from the AM Blog
Writing from the frontiers of science, culture and education, as well as all the latest news from the Museum.
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Explore magazine
Ancient fossils from Australia’s Red Centre
Dr Patrick Smith's recent expedition to the Red Centre reveals a treasure trove of newly discovered fossils spanning more than 600 million years.
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Explore magazine
New acquisition: The Kimberley boab nut collection
The Kimberley boab nut collection, newly acquired by Australian Museum, documents the practices, life events and stories of the people of the Kimberley region.
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AMRI
News from LIRS: 2022 Critical Research Grant awarded
Each month, a selected blog from Lizard Island Reef Research Foundation (LIRRF) is featured at the AM. LIRRF supports scientific research & education at the AM’s Lizard Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef. For this month, we feature: 2022 Critical Research Grant awarded.
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At the Museum
International Museum Day 2022: The Power of Museums
Today, Wednesday 18 May 2022, we celebrate International Museum Day.
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Science
Meet the paediatric gastroenterologist reducing the burden of diarrhoeal disease
In conversation with Professor Julie Bines, winner of the 2021 Australian Infectious Diseases Research Centre Eureka Prize for Infectious Diseases Research.
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AMRI
Deep dark dumplings: Two new bottletail squids from New Zealand
Decades after their discovery, two species of bottletail squid are finally formally described. Jae Santos at the Australian Museum tells us how these species differ from other squids, and the stages in bringing new species to light.
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AMRI
Magnificent discoveries on Lord Howe Island
A recent snail survey on Lord Howe Island was punctuated with shouts of excitement, as we found not one, not two, but three rarely seen species.
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AMRI
Future-proofing the koala: How museums can help protect an Australian icon
The most comprehensive genetic assessment of koala populations to date has provided fascinating insights into how the species responded to past climate change, and highlights the critical role of museums in supporting ongoing conservation efforts.
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AMRI
News from LIRS: Damselfishes in colour
Each month, a selected blog from Lizard Island Reef Research Foundation (LIRRF) is featured at the AM. LIRRF supports scientific research & education at the AM’s Lizard Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef. For this month, we feature: Damselfishes in colour.
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Science
Meet the marine scientist developing ambassadors for behaviour change
In conversation with Dr Michelle Blewitt, co-winner of the 2021 Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science.
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At the Museum
Moana Toa: Pasifika female leadership series – The Hon. Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa, Prime Minister of Sāmoa
The Moana Toa series celebrates International Women’s Day by highlighting a selection of Pasifika women leaders and recognising their contribution towards gender equality.
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AMRI
Conserving Australia’s Mahogany glider
Australian Museum scientist, Dr Stephen Jackson, leads the publication of the recovery plan for the endangered mahogany glider.
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Science
Patient Zero: stories of disease outbreaks
In conversation with Joel Werner and Olivia Willis, co-winners of the 2021 Australian Museum Eureka Prize for Science Journalism.
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AMRI
Bone density in big cats: zoos vs. the wild
A recent study by an international team of scientists has tested the expectation that big cats in the wild exhibit greater skeletal density than their captive counterparts. The results of which affect future comparative studies and rewilding programs!
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AMRI
Creatures great and small: Origins of monotremes revealed
Monotremes are iconic Australasian species. But the origins of these species have continually raised questions for scientists; why aren’t they more present in the fossil record and why can we only find them in Australia and New Guinea? An international team with AM scientists find the answers!
