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flag Scientists study pollution in Australian rivers to fight algal blooms and guide restoration efforts.

flag Scientists at the Australian Rivers Institute, led by Griffith University’s Professor Michele Burford, are studying nutrient pollution in the Logan and Hawkesbury-Nepean rivers to identify sources of nitrogen and phosphorus linked to algal blooms and ecosystem harm. flag Using water sampling, lab analysis, and predictive models, the three-year project aims to pinpoint pollution origins—such as agriculture, urban runoff, and wastewater—and evaluate restoration strategies under future climate conditions. flag Findings could guide targeted rehabilitation, support nutrient offset programs, and inform emerging environmental markets like carbon and biodiversity trading, helping governments and investors make data-driven decisions to improve river health.

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