ECOS July: Designing digital health | Edible insects and First Nations enterprise

Heal Country!

When Country is healthy, we’re healthy.

In this issue of ECOS, we’re celebrating NAIDOC week by hearing from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples leading CSIRO’s research.

From research co-designed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and commissioned by communities, to protecting Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property, we’re celebrating the ways Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are leading the way in sustainable futures. Enjoy writing from Danika Davis, Dr Pettina Love and Dr Susan Lawler, Hannah McCleary and others.

Is there an area of CSIRO’s research you’d like us to cover in ECOS? We'd like to hear from you.

Last month we covered Oceans for lives and livelihoods and next month we will cover all things food. Delicious!

Linking Indigenous ecological knowledge and Western science

Language is powerful. It is one way that we, as humans, share knowledge, stories and what matters to us. In partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, the Atlas of Living Australia has been linking language and ancestral, Indigenous ecological knowledge to Western science in its biodiversity data infrastructure.

by Claire Harris

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Turning up the heat on marine climate adaptation in the Torres Strait

In the face of climate change, Torres Strait fishers are working closely with CSIRO scientists to protect ecosystems, marine life and livelihoods.
by Natalie Kikken

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Taking Indigenous training to the high seas

The next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander STEM professionals are gaining unique training and experience at sea through a new program aboard RV Investigator.
by Hannah McCleary

Designing digital health with community

Digital health solutions could do great things for the wellness and wellbeing of Indigenous communities, but respect and trust between researchers and community is key. Our Australian eHealth Research Centre (AEHRC) is helping to keep Indigenous communities resilient and strong with innovative, co-designed projects.

by Danika Davis

Seeking First Nations’ input into the future of edible insects in Australia

Although eating insects is common and widespread globally, it's a new concept for most of the western world. New collaborations and First Nations co-developed initiatives can unlock the potential of the edible insect industry in Australia.

by Dr Pettina Love and Dr Susan Lawler