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31/05/2024

Djerait woman Melissa Tipo helps young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women build passion for STEM through CSIRO's Young Indigenous Women’s STEM Academy. Her advice to Indigenous students:

“Embrace your Indigenous heritage, overcome imposter syndrome and believe in yourself! Remember, you are the legacy of Australia's first scientists. Seek supportive networks, explore STEM fields and never be afraid to reach out for help."

Melissa shared her story in an article published in the next issue of Double Helix magazine. Read it now on the CSIRO blog:
https://www.csiro.au/en/news/All/Articles/2024/May/Indigenous-STEM-Academy

30/05/2024

Shhh... something big is coming! 🤫

Sign up to our Special Offers email newsletter to get a sneak peek 👀 www.publish.csiro.au/earlyalert

29/05/2024

We're delighted to launch a fresh new look for The Rangeland Journal, the journal of Australian Rangeland Society. We hope you like this vibrant design!

Read the journal's scope, browse the latest content and submit: https://www.publish.csiro.au/rj

28/05/2024

Out soon, Double Helix magazine Issue 72 is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander science, in honour of NAIDOC Week.

Meet some of the amazing CSIRO team: an expert in flooded forests, a man who’s making medicines and a champion of Indigenous STEM. And discover more Indigenous ingenuity as we explore the maths you can find in Indigenous art and the tech that powers Indigenous aquaculture.

Subscribe by 31 May to receive the NAIDOC Week special issue as your first issue: https://doublehelixshop.csiro.au/Subscribe

28/05/2024

This National Reconciliation Week we are proud to share this Indigenous STEM Education project from our colleagues at CSIRO Education.

Mamutjitji Story is the first-ever app in the Ngalia language, and it takes a unique approach by using Dreamtime stories to teach science principles.

27/05/2024

The research published in one of our journals just got even more discoverable 😎

Invertebrate Systematics is now indexed in MEDLINE, the premier bibliographic database of the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), and is now accessible via PubMed.

Articles published in the journal will now be discoverable in this key resource for those seeking biomedical and life sciences literature from around the world.

Read information for authors and find out how to submit: https://www.publish.csiro.au/is/forauthors

24/05/2024

On this we're sharing a ribbiting blog piece from Nick Clemann and Michael Swan, herpetologists and authors of Frogs of Victoria.

Nick and Michael share their insights into what makes frogs so critical to our environment, and how books like theirs can inspire us to protect them. They also introduce us to three of Victoria's most interesting, and most imperilled, frogs.

https://blog.publish.csiro.au/victorian-frogs-need-our-help-the-first-step-is-understanding-them/

Photo: Mike Swan

23/05/2024

Everyone is bugging out about Metamorphosis! 🦋

"[Metamorphosis] takes the reader on a fascinating journey examining some common, yet amazing insects, along with the scientists who have studied them." Kathy Ebert, News Bulletin of the Entomological Society of Queensland

"The authors are entertaining storytellers and have written a fascinating and often amusing account of how the study of insects has shaped history and continues to lead to remarkable discoveries." Maren Ostergard, Booklist

"McAlister and Washbourne have produced a wonderful book, one that’ll certainly appeal to insect enthusiasts, but also one that deserves to be read more widely." Gary Harris, Society for Insect Studies Circular

"Each chapter includes lots of truly fascinating material on the history of the discoveries and some remarkable people (not all men) who made them, and others who could see the potential there for imaginative adaptations of these marvels." Ian Fraser, Natural History Reviews

Get your copy of Metamorphosis from your local bookstore or head to our website: https://www.publish.csiro.au/book/8185/

Dr Erica McAlister Natural History Museum, London

22/05/2024

Give us your best animal puns! Take your time. Owl wait.

21/05/2024

Researchers have shed light on the concerning threat posed by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the reproductive health of humans and animals, livestock, and wildlife.

In a new Open Access article published in Reproduction, Fertility and Development, they highlight the persistence of these 'forever chemicals' in our environment and the various pathways through which humans and animals are exposed to them.

While current research offers insights into the potential health impacts, there's still much we don't know. Although efforts are underway to limit new sources of PFAS exposure, further research is needed to understand their effects and minimize harm.

Poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a prominent class of persistent synthetic compound. The widespread use of these substances in various industrial applications has resulted in their pervasive contamination on a global scale. It is therefore concerning that PFAS have a propensity to accu...

20/05/2024

Today is World Bee Day – a bee-autiful opportunity to celebrate and reflect on these amazing pollinators! 🐝

Discover more about Australia's native bees on our blog: https://blog.publish.csiro.au/world-bee-day/

17/05/2024

As we head into conference season, sci-comm is on our minds.

On our blog, Dr Bruce Kirchoff, university professor and author of Presenting Science Concisely, explains two common misconceptions of poster design and gives his top tips on producing a strong scientific poster.

https://blog.publish.csiro.au/scientific-posters-bruce-kirchoff/

15/05/2024

Researchers around the world have been busy documenting incredible invertebrates.

Shrimp-like amphipods living in lethal temperatures 🌡️
Understanding pollinators in a changing climate 🌼
Estimating the age of octopuses 🐙
Scorpions that can be distinguished from other species solely by their genitalia 🦂
A feather star named after strawberries 🍓

Curious to know more? Read these stories in our latest blog, which draws on research published in several of our journals: https://blog.publish.csiro.au/invertebrates-adaptations-discoveries

13/05/2024

There's not much time left – our Nature catalogue ends in two days!

Get 20% off and free standard AU/NZ shipping on selected titles using the promo code NATURE24. Which books are you treating yourself to?

https://www.publish.csiro.au/catalogues/Nature24

10/05/2024

Intrigued by Australia's amazing native plants? Author Catherine Clowes certainly is!

She completed her PhD last year on plant systematics, and this year is excited to share with the world her latest kids' book, Plantabulous! – showcasing Australian plants that can survive fire, plants with exploding seed pods, plants that can help clean up pollution and even the most ‘venomous’ plant in the world!

Coming in June, Plantabulous! is perfect for budding botanists aged 6 to 12.

Plantastic. A-Z of Australian Plants | Rachel Gyan Illustration

09/05/2024

If you're a fan of dinosaurs, you'll love megafauna!

In a recent interview with the Canberra Times, Diprotodon author Bronwyn Saunders shared how she's looking to ensure children of future generations learn about Australia's megafauna in a way she didn't. Read the full interview:

Local author Bronwyn Saunders shines the light on one an overlooked Ancient Australian creatures in Diprotodon: A Megafauna Journey.

07/05/2024

Flashback to last week when we were at the 47th Annual ASSBI - Australasian Society for the Study of Brain Impairment Conference!

Grahame Simpson and Jenny Fleming, Co-Editors-in-Chief of the journal Brain Impairment, presented a wonderful workshop for Early Career Researchers on how to get published, and Journal Manager Rebecca Ciezarek spent time getting to know the delegates in neuroscience, neurology, occupational therapy, speech therapy and more.

We took over the publication of Brain Impairment last year, and this was our first opportunity to interact with the ASSBI community in person. We look forward to seeing you again at the next conference!

Browse the latest content in Brain Impairment, or learn more about how to submit: https://www.publish.csiro.au/ib

06/05/2024

The praise is coming through for The Great Australian Science Book!

"This treasure trove of information will engage those competent readers that love science and want to explore further." Kathryn Beilby, ReadPlus
https://www.readplus.com.au/reviews/the-great-australian-science-book

"They will realise that they too can think like a scientist and start to make sense of their world." The Bottom Shelf
https://thebottomshelf.edublogs.org/2024/04/13/the-great-australian-science-book

"So beautifully presented that it’s a pleasure to peruse." Just So Stories
https://losangzopa.blog/2024/04/16/information-overload

03/05/2024

A delightful review of our new kids' book, This Book is Full of Holes, from Rowena Morcom at Good Reading Magazine:

"This book is not about nothing. In fact, it’s full of so many fascinating somethings. It not only helps us to look around at the world through learning about holes but while doing so, it encourages us to see with fresh eyes."

Get your copy from your local bookshop or our website: https://www.publish.csiro.au/book/8164

02/05/2024

Congratulations Andy Hudak, recipient of the 2023 International Journal of Wildland Fire (IJWF) Best Associate Editor Award!

Andy is a research forester with the U.S. Forest Service's Rocky Mountain Research Station, at the Forestry Sciences Laboratory located in Idaho. He broadly studies biophysical relationships between field and remotely sensed data.

Associate Editors are critical to maintaining the quality, stature and visibility of a journal. Since becoming an Associate Editor for IJWF in 2018, Andy has handled over 40 manuscripts and this award acknowledges his exceptional service.

We are proud to publish IJWF, a fully Open Access journal, on behalf of International Association of Wildland Fire.

30/04/2024

Looking for great books for mum?

We think you'll find the perfect present in our Nature catalogue. Get 20% off and free shipping within AU & NZ with the promo code NATURE24 🎁📚

https://www.publish.csiro.au/catalogues/Nature24

29/04/2024

Hooray for mums! 🥰

Snuggle up with your little calf this weekend and dive into The Voyage of Whale and Calf, a gorgeous picture book about the migration of a marine mama and her newborn baby.

26/04/2024

When they ask you what your love language is 😍📚

Treat yourself to your chosen book stack from our Nature Catalogue with 20% off and free ANZ standard shipping with the promo code NATURE24!

https://www.publish.csiro.au/catalogues/Nature24

25/04/2024

New research from the Registry of Senior Australians (ROSA) at SAHMRI, has revealed senior people receiving home care packages spend more than twice the amount of days in hospital, compared to those living in residential aged care.

The study, published in Australian Health Review, the journal of the Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association, examined emergency department presentations, unplanned hospitalizations, potentially preventable hospitalizations and time in hospital.


https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/at-home-care-recipients-spend-double-the-time-in-hospital-compared-to-aged-care-residents-finds-australian-study/ar-BB1lpKo7

24/04/2024

Did you know our new book "Metamorphosis: How insects are changing our world" is based on a radio series of the same name on BBC Sounds?

Listen to Erica McAlister passionately share incredible facts about fleas, blowflies and cockroaches, and you might even fall in love with insects, too.

Listen to the latest episodes of Metamorphosis - How Insects Transformed Our World on BBC Sounds

23/04/2024

"Full of fabulous facts, detailed graphic style images in full colour, tables and diagrams, this treasure trove of information will engage those competent readers that love science and want to explore further."

ReadPlus

The Great Australian Science Book is written by Professor Luke O’Neil who loves all aspects of Science and has a special interest in our immune system, and illustrated by Linda Fährlin who

22/04/2024

Health initiatives in rural areas need to be geographically tailored, culturally anchored, and locally driven, say authors of a new study published in Journal of Primary Health Care, the Open Access journal of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners.

Rural residents in Aotearoa New Zealand are known to have worse health outcomes than their urban counterparts, and were identified as an at-risk population during the pandemic. Despite this, disparities have been found between rural and urban vaccination rates.

The study aimed to gain insight into factors contributing to this disparity by exploring the experiences of those "on the ground" during the pandemic response.


https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/study-provides-rural-perspective-on-covid-19-vaccination-rollout/ar-BB1jjrQv

17/04/2024

“By publishing this guide and making the knowledge accessible to anyone, we can help keep fisheries sustainable and ensure this incredible animal continues to survive and thrive."

Scientists have developed an ageing guide for octopus, ensuring this ancient animal still thrives while continuing to feed the world.

16/04/2024

In the battle to halt the cane toad invasion, conditioned taste aversion using 'wart wursts' is unlikely to be the answer, according to findings published in Wildlife Research last year.

Australian Wildlife Conservancy

Scientists have dropped sausages made out of cane toads to deter vulnerable wildlife in the Kimberley from eating the pest. Unfortunately, the snags don't appear to be working, but there's another plan afoot to protect the Pilbara.

15/04/2024

Nature is tree-mendous! We've rounded up some great natural history reads, wildlife guides and plant guides that will make you go wild for the wonders of nature! 😍

For a limited time, order any books from our Nature catalogue and apply promo code NATURE24 to score a 20% discount and free standard shipping within Australia and New Zealand: https://www.publish.csiro.au/catalogues/Nature24