Symposium Information
WIOW 2024
RESTORING OUR WATER HEALTH THROUGH KNOWLEDGE-BASED SOLUTIONS
Bringing together Indigenous knowledge holders, scientists, environmental engineers, resource managers, regulators, policy makers and academia from Australasia
29 - 31 OCTOBER 2024
Ngunnawal Country, Canberra, Australia
Traditional Owners Ngunnawal and Ngambri people, Black Mountain
Program OvervieW
Themes
The WiOW 2024 Symposium scientific themes: a solutions-oriented approach
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Explore integrative approaches that blend traditional knowledge and modern scientific methods.
Highlight case studies where First Nations knowledge has enhanced water management practices.
Discuss frameworks for collaborative water governance involving Indigenous communities.
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Present novel methodologies and technologies for monitoring water quality and ecosystem health.
Share advancements in ecotoxicology and bioassessment techniques and indicators.
Discuss the development and application of holistic assessment tools that consider multiple ecosystem components.
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Investigate the origins and pathways of contaminants (including microplastics and microrubbers) in aquatic environments.
Examine the ecological health impacts of chemicals of emerging concern.
Present strategies for mitigating contaminant release and promoting waterway remediation.
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Be part of a panel discussion on topics such as
• Anti Microbial Resistance (AMR) beyond wastewater pipeline
• Cutting-edge technologies and diagnostic tools for informed decisions
• Regulatory needs and science-based risk assessment of AMR
• Challenges and opportunities for successful One Health
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Showcase collaborative projects that cross traditional disciplinary boundaries to solve water health issues.
Highlight innovative partnerships between scientists, policymakers, industry, and communities.
Discuss case studies demonstrating successful transdisciplinary research and its impact on water health.
Our Thought Leaders and Keynote Speakers
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Dan Metcalfe
Dr Dan Metcalfe is the Director for CSIRO Environment which delivers impact-driven science across all Australian States and Territories.
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Hon Karlene Maywald
The Hon Karlene Maywald is the South Australian Water Ambassador.
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Bryan Brooks
Baylor University, USA
Thought leader in environmental toxicology and chemistry of contaminants of emerging concern and a strong advocate of holistic approaches to chemical waste management.
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Daniel L. Villeneuve
US EPA, USA
Thought leader in the use of new approach methodologies and adverse outcome pathways to characterize and evaluate hazards to fish and wildlife.
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Erica Donner
CRC SAAFE Research Director, Australia
Thought leader on food, soil, and water security from antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and passionate advocate of the One Health initiative
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Bradley Moggridge
Kamilaroi Water Scientist, UTS, Australia
Inspiring and encourage future Indigenous generations
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Carla Gee
EcoMatters Environment Trust, New Zealand
Carla is deeply committed to advocating for the role community in working alongside Mana Whenua (people of the land) in caring for te taiao (our environment)
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Tiahni Adamson
2024 SA Young Australian of the Year. Tiahni is an Australian wildlife conservation biologist, advocating for indigenous Australians and women in STEM
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Rai Kookana
CSIRO Fellow, Australia
Thought leader in the environmental fate and impacts of organic contaminants, and a role model for Inclusion and Diversity in science
Meet the Team - 2024 Organising Committee
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Anu Kumar
CSIRO Environment - Co Chair
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Glen Walker
DCCEEW - Co Chair
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Louis Tremblay
Land Care Research - Co Chair
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Minna Saaristo
VIC EPA
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Graham Sevicke-Jones
Land Care Research
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Janina Beyer
NSW DCCEEW
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Andrew Harford
DCCEEW
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Kathryn Hassell
RMIT and SETAC Au President
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Thomas Nguyen
CSIRO Environment
