In preparation for upcoming fieldwork, Hydrobiology have been busy updating the firmware on our fleet of Global Positioning System (GPS) devices. On the 6th of April 2019 the world awaited what could have been the Y2K Bug of this generation. Although, what is the issue and why should we all be updating our handheld devices?…
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Hydrobiology has adopted environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling for a number of projects in recent years. We are currently undertaking eDNA sampling in Brazil using our purpose-made Smith-Root backpack. A few litres of water provide enough information to determine resident fish species via the latest trace DNA testing methods. This quick tool informs biomonitoring programs and is…
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Hydrobiology is excited to be working with Logan City Council (LCC) on the ‘Waterbody Risk Profile Project’. The project aims to identify the risk of a waterbody becoming eutrophic and being susceptible to harmful algae blooms, fish kills, bird deaths and human health risks. The multi-criteria eutrophication assessment tool, will be designed using a weight-of-evidence…
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Hydrobiology was recently approved as a member of Singapore Water Association (SWA). Having more than 250 members, SWA is a dynamic collaboration among government sectors, institutions, consultants, contractors, suppliers and manufacturers, who are the important players in Singapore’s growing water industry. Never defining itself only within the “red dot”, SWA has established a collaborative network…
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Hydrobiology contributed to the NiPERA Workshop on Advances in Risk Assessment Tools with Relevance to Tropical Southeast Asia and Melanesia (SEAM), held in Singapore this week. The workshop was a wrap up of a 5 year research program into nickel bioavailability and ecotoxicity in the SEAM region. Hydrobiology was responsible for collating water, sediment and soil…
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The 2019 Minister’s Award for Urban Design recognises contemporary Queensland urban design projects of the highest quality and encourages cities, towns and communities across Queensland to strive for best practice in all projects. The awards were recently held and the jury recommended one award and two commendations. The Oxley Creek Transformation Master Plan was one of two…
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Hydrobiology is happy to announce that we continue to grow across all facets of our business with two additions to the team. Manjeeti is an experienced environmental scientist with experience in water quality analysis, habitat mapping as well as marine impact assessments and legal compliance. James is a senior scientist with experience in both freshwater…
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Hydrobiology Singapore has attained bizSAFE Level 3 certification! Hydrobiology takes a serious view on workplace health and safety and by attaining bizSAFE Level 3, we are being recognized by the Workplace Safety and Health Council (WSHC) of our safety efforts and achievement in Risk Management and WSH Management System. We hope this will give our clients a…
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Hydrobiology’s Green Fund encourages the use of sustainable transport. Having shown support for The Great Barrier Reef Legacy, it is great to see their expeditions bear fruit with the release of “Search For Solutions”! Check out the expedition video which showcases the state of the Great Barrier Reef, from inshore “coral graveyards” to large-scale coral…
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We recently found ourselves in the magnificent grounds of Government House, the Brisbane residence of the Governor of Queensland. No we didn’t climb over the wall nor were hired to cut the grass – but were invited to afternoon tea if you please, along with the other outstanding winners and finalists of the 2018 Queensland…
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