Posts by Bec Gorton

Meet Corrine Condie: finding paths through conflict with behavioural science

Corrine is using behavioural science to give people a meaningful stake in future science and technologies.

Cool water from the deep could protect pockets of the Great Barrier Reef into the 2080s

A few reefs on the Great Barrier Reef have been largely untouched by bleaching. We found upwellings of cold water are protecting them – for now.

Marimba – Amplifying the impact of research imagery

Our researchers have developed Marimba, an innovative open-source framework that transforms how research image datasets are managed, processed and shared, setting a new standard for scientific collaboration and data accessibility.

How our scientists are working to save the Spotted Handfish

Our researchers are taking a multi-pronged approach to power conservation efforts for Tasmania's critically endangered species.

Meet ecologist Ana Bugnot: realising big childhood dreams

Ana Bugnot grew up in a land-locked city, but her driving passion has led her to a career focussed on improving coastal and marine environments.

Sawfish Research

CSIRO is working with partners to survey sawfish in far North Queensland and collect genetic data to gain a greater understanding of the size of these critical populations.

NESP Project: Sawfish bycatch reporting in northern Australian fisheries

This project convened a consultative workshop with a diverse range of stakeholders including fishers, researchers, marine managers, and regional planners.

New findings offer hope for the endangered sawfish

Scientists have recorded largetooth sawfish in the Archer River in Queensland, offering conservation hope for one of the most endangered groups of species on the planet.

NESP Biodiversity Hub

Our researchers have been involved in projects delivering benefits under the National Environmental Science Program, and its predecessors.

Meet Cindy Bessey: discovering life from a drop in the ocean

eDNA techniques offer marine parks managers and industry a cost-effective and accessible tool to help manage the sustainable use and conservation of our marine environments.