How much plastic does it take to kill a turtle?
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 14 September 2018
CSIRO research shows turtles face a 22% chance of death from ingesting a single plastic item, with risk rising to 50% at 14 items. Findings highlight the lethal impact of ocean plastic on global turtle populations.
Keywords: sea turtles, plastic pollution, CSIRO, marine life, mortality risk, ocean debris, conservation
CSIRO launches ASEAN presence
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 18 September 2018
Temasek became the 3rd largest investor in the $232M CSIRO Innovation Fund, boosting ASEAN-Australia collaboration. CSIRO aims to drive science-led innovation in health, sustainability, and regional partnerships.
Keywords: CSIRO, Temasek, Innovation Fund, ASEAN, collaboration, science, startups
Scientists uncover volcanic lost world off the Tasmanian coast
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 8 October 2018
CSIRO’s RV Investigator mapped a chain of volcanic seamounts east of Tasmania, revealing a rich marine hotspot attracting whales, seabirds, and diverse life. The seamounts may serve as migratory signposts for whales.
Keywords: CSIRO, seamounts, Tasmania, whales, biodiversity, migration, marine life
