Our research centres on the pursuit of high-quality scientific inquiry and impactful solutions.
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This project is focused to further understand genetic mechanisms that support an enhanced thermal tolerance of coral associated microalgae.
Coral reefs provide a habitat to ~25% of the species in ...
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Application of new genomic approaches to improve management of mouse plagues. Invasive house mice (Mus musculus spp.) are notable in Australia for aperiodic eruptions in population numbers that can lead to ‘mouse plagues’ that disrupt ecosyste...
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Sterile Insect Technique programs for management of pest insects can be far more efficient if only males are released. Releases of bisex strains can have many negative consequences, including (1) increased cost of production, delivery, and release; (2) re...
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Oriental fruit fly (OFF), Bactrocera dorsalis, is one of the most destructive horticultural biosecurity threats globally. Over the last 15 years, OFF has dramatically expanded its distribution and now affects large areas of Africa and South East Asia. In ...
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The Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) is a promising sustainable method for regional management of Queensland fruit fly (Qfly), the single most significant pest of fruits and vegetables in Australia. A significant research effort, the SITplus program, has gr...
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