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Albany takes lead in renewable innovation with wave energy converter launch
Media statementsAlbany CentreEnvironmentEnvironmental EngineeringIndustryInnovationOceans InstituteResearch categoryRegional rural and remoteThe Albany CentreCorporateHomeHome PageEngineering and TechnologyOur-communityResearchScience and Environment03 September 2024UWA’s Marine Energy Research Australia will today unveil a world-first initiative to showcase Albany’s wave energy resources and research expertise, positioning the Great Southern region as a leader in renewable energy innovation.
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Partnership to boost ocean research and conservation
Media statementsEnvironmentGlobal EngagementInternationalNature and ScienceOceans InstituteResearch categorySchool of Biological SciencesHome PageInternational relationsLearning-and-teachingOur-communityPartnershipsResearchScience and Environment17 September 2024A new joint scholarship launched by the Forrest Research Foundation, The University of Western Australia and National Geographic’s Pristine Seas will enhance the State’s capacity to attract PhD researchers to Perth.
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Are white patches on whale shark skin cause for concern?
Media statementsEnvironmentNature and ScienceOceans InstitutePhilanthropyResearch categoryRegional rural and remoteSchool of Biological SciencesHome PageResearchScience and Environment16 September 2024Marine scientists have been taking samples from whale shark skin to try and determine the effect of pollutants on whale health.
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