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News October 3, 2024

Watch on demand: Big Issues in Biodiversity Science Webinars

WABSI webinars feature presentations by leading scientists, practitioners and experts, helping you to broaden your understanding and develop a global perspective on current and emerging biodiversity challenges. Watch webinars on the WABSI You Tube channel Want to stay informed about upcoming events? Subscribe for updates

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News July 22, 2024

Webinar: Measuring nature and biodiversity – Supporting nature positive outcomes

Biodiversity Economics and Finance Watch on demand here Webinar: 01 October 2024 (Event completed) As Australia prepares to host the Global Nature Positive Summit 2024 in Sydney in October, we put a spotlight on the challenges in how nature and biodiversity can be valued and measured. This event explores critical areas of need such as:

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News June 11, 2024

Webinar: Big ideas and inspiring careers

A National Science Week event (Ideal for senior high school students, undergraduate and postgraduate students eager to explore impactful career opportunities) Make an impact with a career in biodiversity science Friday 16th August 2024 (Event concluded) 12.30pm -1.30pm (Australian Western Standard Time) View the webinar recording here A unique opportunity to connect with and learn…

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Events April 3, 2024

Webinar: Tech for nature – AI and emerging technologies in biodiversity conservation

Thursday 25th July 2024 (Online event) 12:00pm – 1:30pm (Australian Western Standard Time) View webinar recording Join us as we speak with an expert international panel working at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and biodiversity conservation. We explore global examples of how technology is unlocking solutions to help optimise conservation efforts, from planning and…

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Events January 29, 2024

Connecting people and landscapes

Connecting people and landscapes: Building biodiversity in urban ecosystems (This is an in-person event) Tue 27th Feb 20245.00pm-7:30pm (Doors open at 5pm for a 5.30pm start)Science Theatre, Scitech DiscoveryCentre, Corner Railway Street & Sutherland Street, West Perth Please join us for a panel discussion, refreshments and networking Register here How can we best engage and…

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Events December 18, 2023

Workshop: Integrating eDNA into bioassessment and monitoring of subterranean fauna in Western Australia – What will the future look like?

View workshop summary Download workshop presentations:Dr Michelle Guzik presentationDr Nicole White presentationDr Mieke van der Heyde presentation A workshop was held on Wednesday 28th February 2024 at the Kieran McNamara Conservation Science Centre, Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, 17 Dick Perry Avenue, Kensington WA 6151 Resource companies in Western Australia are mandated to assess…

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Updates December 6, 2023

Research partners renew the WABSI joint venture, reaffirming a successful collaboration  

WABSI joint venture partners recently renewed the successful partnership for a further 5 years, following funding from the Western Australian Government through the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation. The WABSI joint venture partnership represents leading biodiversity science research expertise in Western Australia. The partnership enables WABSI to develop end user driven biodiversity research…

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News October 25, 2023

Webinar: Guidelines for embedded experiments in ecological restoration and management in Australia

8th November 2023 (Online event) 7:30am – 8:30am Australian Western Standard Time These guidelines provide a framework for planning and implementing standardised experiments within restoration projects to help build a national research network. They include real-world case studies, putting concepts into practice.  Practitioners from local and state governments, consulting, industry, Landcare, and natural resource management…

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Updates June 19, 2023

Building a trusted environmental data and information supply chain: Forum and workshop hosted by WABSI, WAMSI and ARDC

WABSI, WAMSI and ARDC have been leading an approach to establish a national environmental information supply chain. The collaboration recently brought together senior industry, government, community and research sector representatives to support this important endeavour, hosting a national forum and workshop on 6th and 7th June 2023.  Keynote addresses were delivered by several senior leaders,…

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News April 6, 2023

Scaling up with SEAF: Unlocking value from shared data and analytics

Tuesday 9th May 2023 4.00pm – 5.30pm (AWST) Presentations and panel discussion, followed by refreshments and networking Pawsey Supercomputing Centre, 1 Bryce Avenue, Kensington WA (In person event) Register here Hosted by The Western Australian Biodiversity Science Institute, Western Australian Marine Science Institution and Pawsey Supercomputing Centre Special guest: Ms Hannah Mary Beazley MLA: Parliamentary Secretary to…

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