E-MISA September 2011
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Mr Steven Clarke (left) and Dr Sasi Nayar with
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E-MISA September 2011Who We Are A word from our Chair….Prof. Rob LewisThe achievements of Marine Innovation South Australia (MISA) since its establishment in 2005 have significantly strengthened marine research and development in South Australia today by:
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We are now looking towards the next phase of MISA by focusing on research to establish integrated ecosystem based management tools for the major South Australian marine systems: the “Gulfs” and the “Great Australian Bight” (including the Bonney upwelling region). The programs currently being scoped by a scientific working group with contributions from SARDI, the University of Adelaide and Flinders University aim to increase our understanding of the dynamics of the systems, develop high level models to inform “evidence based” planning and decision making relevant to our marine waters to maximise the benefits from these while minimising impacts on the critical resources.
MISA is keen to broaden the scope to include all South Australian aquatic research and development and further strengthen the partnerships between all South Australia’s marine science institutions, government departments and the full range of marine resource users to maximise research funding opportunities.
MISA is presently working hard to produce a publication that reports its successes to date and future direction, and developing this exciting new initiative with the South Australian marine science community.
I would also like to take this opportunity to welcome Steve Clarke as MISA’s newly appointed Programs Manager. Previously MISA’s Aquaculture Node Leader, Steven will be taking up the position part time while continuing as SARDI’s Principal Scientist - Aquaculture. Dr David Stone, SARDI’s Aquaculture Subprogram Leader – Nutrition & Feed Technology will take on the role of MISA Aquaculture Innovation Node Leader.
Prof. Rob Lewis, Chair MISA Steering Committee
Our Research
South Australia takes the lead in land-based macroalgal production
SARDI researchers aim to tap into an $8.2 billion international market by developing land-based macroalgal production in South Australia. With ideal growing conditions and hosting one of the most diverse flora in the world, South Australia is positioned to lead Australia in land-based culture. Such developments have the potential to provide opportunities for employment and economic activity in regional areas. More on research into land-based macroalgal production in SA.
Postgraduate research opportunities - Macroalgal Research & Development
Ecosystem based research for the sardine fishery
The rapid growth of the South Australian Sardine Fishery since 1991 has not adversely affected the surrounding ecosystem, according to a landmark study by South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) scientists on the role of sardines in the region’s food web. More on ecosystem based research for the sardine fishery.
State's sardine industry is sustainable, The Advertiser 6 September 2011 (external website)
Sharks on SCOPE
Dr Charlie Huveneers (SARDI/Flinders University) features on the popular kids science program SCOPE on channel 10 talking about apex predators. Highlighting the different species of sharks, Charlie takes a close look at dusky whalers. Demonstrating the tags he uses to track dusky whalers, bronze whalers and white pointers, Charlie talks about the importance of shark research. View the SCOPE edition on sharks (external website).
Southern Shark Ecology Group on the web
The Southern Shark Ecology Group (SSEG) at Flinders University and SARDI Aquatic Sciences is dedicated to conducting research that directly supports the conservation and management of shark populations and their ecosystems in the Indo-Pacific and Southern Ocean Regions. Their collective work, including field blogs is now available on the web. View the Southern Shark Ecology Group website (external website).
Upcoming Events
Integrated Marine Observing System workshopA one day workshop on how to access/download data collected through the Integrated Marine Observing Systems (IMOS) is to be held at Flinders University on 21 September 2011. For more information and to register for the workshop contact: Sophie Leterme, e-mail: Sophie.leterme@flinders.edu.au or Jacqui Hope, e-mail: Jacqui.Hope@utas.edu.au. More information on the IMOS Data User Workshop.
Leadership in a Changing Climate, hosted by the Environment Institute
Come along to a free public forum on Thursday 29 September 2011 at 6-7:30pm, the Masonic Hall, 254 North Terrace, Adelaide to discuss with a high-profile panel the complex problem of climate change and leadership, presented by the Environment Institute and the Leaders Institute of South Australia. More information on the climate change and leadership forum (external website).
The Complete Seafood Experience at Port Adelaide
To commemorate and celebrate the contribution of fishing to the heritage and culture of Port Adelaide, Fishing Industry House proudly presents "The Complete Seafood Experience". MISA partners will be taking part in the promotion of the seafood industry and its importance to South Australia on Saturday and Sunday 8-9 October 2011 in Port Adelaide (along Lipson St, the Riverwalk and the Port River Port). More information on the Port Adelaide seafood festival (external website).
Australian Seafood CRC courses
A range of courses are now available, including consumer research master class; and seafood management development program. More information on Seafood CRC courses available.
Important dates
International Abalone Symposium: 8th IAS 2012, Hobart, Tasmania, 6-11 May 2012 (external website).