Western Australia’s Pilbara region contains some of the earliest evidence for life on Earth. Our researchers use sophisticated analytical instruments and geochemical methods to identify biological material in ancient rocks. The results of their studies provide a window into Early Earth environments and have important implications for the existence of life on other planets. UWA researchers study microscopic organisms such as spores and pollen as well as larger skeletal organisms to establish age of deposition. Microscopic organisms, especially pollen, have important applications in petroleum exploration.

Our flagship courses within this research area are the Master of Geoscience and Master of Science.

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