The plant takes its name from the colonial botanist Joseph Banks, but the coastal banksia's history goes way back to ancient times.
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Identifying and overcoming barriers to equitable participation in social and economic life can improve the well-being of coastal communities.
Research into public health benefits of integrating nature into cities has focused on green spaces. New studies suggest water features are just as useful and can piggyback on other infrastructure goals.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has taken swift action on protecting marine areas over the past two years, but he'll need to continue this momentum if he is to cement his legacy.
Island philosophies can be used to decolonise university courses and teaching. They can also advance sustainable development models and, ultimately, achieve responsible tourism.
Many African countries are sitting on vast and under-utilised oceanic territories that have the potential to unlock enormous economic value, if properly governed.
Managing the impacts of rising seas for some communities is being made more difficult by the actions of governments, homeowners – and even some well-intentioned climate adaptation experts.
Enhanced data collection capabilities will ensure that information collected from the coastline will be seamless.
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Doctor of Botany, University of Melbourne
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Professor of Ocean Cultures and Heritage, Nelson Mandela University
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Researcher and Mechanical Engineer, Cape Peninsula University of Technology
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Director, Knowledge to Innovation; Chair, Green Cross Australia, Queensland University of Technology
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Queensland University of Technology
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Research Coordinator, Security Institute for Governance and Leadership in Africa, Stellenbosch University
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Adjunct Professor, Allard School of Law, University of British Columbia
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Professor of Design and Health and Director of the Center of Design and Health at the Architecture School, University of Virginia
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PhD Candidate, Research Institute for the Environment and Livelihoods, Charles Darwin University
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Associate Professor, Research Institute for the Environment and Livelihoods, College of Engineering, IT and Environment, Charles Darwin University
