Australian Centre for Pacific Islands Research (ACPIR)
University of the Sunshine Coast
The ACPIR is the only research centre in an Australian university with an exclusive focus on the Pacific Islands region and the challenges that its peoples face in a rapidly-changing world. The interests of the ACPIR are intentionally unconstrained, allowing its members to conduct research on a range of topics. In the modern world, where so many challenges can only be answered by specialists in different areas, this interdisciplinary approach is key - and is at the core of the research agenda of the ACPIR.
- Website
- https://www.usc.edu.au/research-and-innovation/sustainability-and-environment/australian-centre-for-pacific-islands-research
- Organisation type
- University Research Centre
- Number of research staff
- 20-100 research staff
- Address
- Room T.25, University of the Sunshine Coast, Maroochydore QLD 4558
Strengths and capabilities
- Knowledge of Pacific Island environments
- Cultural competency in engaging Pacific Island peoples
- Pacific aquaculture
- Pacific horticulture
- Pacific agriculture
- Rural health in the Pacific Islands
- Climate change in the Pacific Islands
- Heritage and culture in the Pacific Islands
- Pacific island forestry
- Agribusiness in the Pacific Islands
Facilities and major equipment
- Plant genetics and molecular laboratories (shared)
- Field equipment
Lead researcher
- Professor of Geography Patrick Nunn—Renowned climate scientist and geographer with over 240 publications
- Professor of Sustainable Tropical Aquaculture Paul Southgate—Specialist in pearl oysters and expert in tropical aquaculture
- Professor of Horticulture Steven Underhill—Focused on food security and poverty alleviation, he has considerable experience in post-harvest horticulture
Achievements of the centre
- More than $20m in competitive research funding
- More than 50 publications in three years on the Pacific
Key science sectors
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