Mercury in the Southern Hemisphere and Tropics Over the last two decades, the cycle of mercury between the atmosphere, terrestrial and aquatic systems has received abundant attention in the Northern Hemisphere. In contrast, our understanding

Rainfall is the most significant component of current climate variability in the tropics around Timor-Leste and is associated with the Monsoon, the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) and the El Niño. A critical question on understanding

Biogeochemical cycles are the backbone of Earth system science. Mercury Australia is conducting research to understand how human activities have changed the natural biogeochemical cycle of mercury (Hg) in Australia. The goal of this study

Mercury Australia Launch at the Australian National University on the 28th March 2019. List of speakers: Dr Larissa Schneider, Mercury Australia Convener, The Australian National University. Associate Professor Darren Sinclair, Mercury Australia Convener, University of

Figure 1 – Flatback sea turtle nesting in Thevenard Island. Carapace and skin samples were collected after females nested, when they were on their way back to the ocean. Researchers from the ANU and the Department of

From wine tasting to magnificent recreational activities, the Hunter Valley region in Australia is known for its beautiful landscapes. In the centre of this iconic region, coal mining and power stations are changing the environmental