Ceridwen (Crid) Fraser
@ceridwenfraser.bsky.social
Scientist, dreamer, kelp-lover. Evolution, biogeography, ecology; marine, Antarctic... sometimes even terrestrial and freshwater. Professor in marine science at the University of Otago, in beautiful Aotearoa.
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We're looking for a new lecturer, here at the Department of Biochemistry in Dunedin, New Zealand. "Applications are invited in all areas of biochemistry, molecular genetics, and bioinformatics." otago.taleo.net/careersectio...
September 15, 2025 at 1:09 AM
We're looking for a new lecturer, here at the Department of Biochemistry in Dunedin, New Zealand. "Applications are invited in all areas of biochemistry, molecular genetics, and bioinformatics." otago.taleo.net/careersectio...
The magnificent magnolia tree in full bloom on a sunny, springy day on campus @universityofotago.bsky.social
August 26, 2025 at 12:14 AM
The magnificent magnolia tree in full bloom on a sunny, springy day on campus @universityofotago.bsky.social
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"What we found was astonishing" - more surprises from the Southern Ocean and why it matters.
from Alessandro Silvano
theconversation.com/completely-u...
from Alessandro Silvano
theconversation.com/completely-u...
‘Completely unexpected’: Antarctic sea ice may be in terminal decline due to rising Southern Ocean salinity
Scientists once thought Antarctica might hold onto its sea ice as the world warmed. No longer.
theconversation.com
June 30, 2025 at 9:51 PM
"What we found was astonishing" - more surprises from the Southern Ocean and why it matters.
from Alessandro Silvano
theconversation.com/completely-u...
from Alessandro Silvano
theconversation.com/completely-u...
It's a tough job, but someone has to do it...
Marine Ecology 3rd year students braving the elements to collect data on intertidal biodiversity, on a stunning 27 deg C day, near the Portobello Marine Laboratories, Dunedin, last Friday #marinescience @universityofotago.bsky.social
Marine Ecology 3rd year students braving the elements to collect data on intertidal biodiversity, on a stunning 27 deg C day, near the Portobello Marine Laboratories, Dunedin, last Friday #marinescience @universityofotago.bsky.social
April 9, 2025 at 12:35 AM
It's a tough job, but someone has to do it...
Marine Ecology 3rd year students braving the elements to collect data on intertidal biodiversity, on a stunning 27 deg C day, near the Portobello Marine Laboratories, Dunedin, last Friday #marinescience @universityofotago.bsky.social
Marine Ecology 3rd year students braving the elements to collect data on intertidal biodiversity, on a stunning 27 deg C day, near the Portobello Marine Laboratories, Dunedin, last Friday #marinescience @universityofotago.bsky.social
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Stoked to see this wonderful story about @plutoxliu.bsky.social, a wonderful PhD student based in @ceridwenfraser.bsky.social's lab who I've had the pleasure to co-supervise: www.otago.ac.nz/news/newsroo...
Antarctic trip a dream come true for marine science student
Marine Science doctorate student Pluto Liu recently joined the National Geographic Explorer ship to the Antarctic Peninsula and Patagonia as a visiting scientist.
www.otago.ac.nz
March 26, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Stoked to see this wonderful story about @plutoxliu.bsky.social, a wonderful PhD student based in @ceridwenfraser.bsky.social's lab who I've had the pleasure to co-supervise: www.otago.ac.nz/news/newsroo...
First week of semester off to a great start, with the 3rd year Marine Ecology students ogling sea lions, followed by a VR tour of underwater NZ! Otago is a stunning place to study marine science 😊🦭🌊🦀
February 28, 2025 at 9:46 AM
First week of semester off to a great start, with the 3rd year Marine Ecology students ogling sea lions, followed by a VR tour of underwater NZ! Otago is a stunning place to study marine science 😊🦭🌊🦀
Marine science academic position now open at the University of Otago, New Zealand! Come and live in the world's loveliest place. We're interested in applicants from any area of marine science, though we've listed a few we're particularly keen on building strengths in otago.taleo.net/careersectio...
Lecturer - Marine Science
Click the link provided to see the complete job description.
otago.taleo.net
January 19, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Marine science academic position now open at the University of Otago, New Zealand! Come and live in the world's loveliest place. We're interested in applicants from any area of marine science, though we've listed a few we're particularly keen on building strengths in otago.taleo.net/careersectio...
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www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/rod-emmer... Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 2 - 8
December 5, 2024 at 6:51 PM
www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/rod-emmer... Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 2 - 8
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It’s a dark day for research in Aotearoa New Zealand and the ramifications for the country are huge. Minister Judith Collins has just announced our blue-skies funder will no longer fund humanities & social science research and that 50% of what is funded must have economic benefit.
December 4, 2024 at 1:09 AM
It’s a dark day for research in Aotearoa New Zealand and the ramifications for the country are huge. Minister Judith Collins has just announced our blue-skies funder will no longer fund humanities & social science research and that 50% of what is funded must have economic benefit.
Enormously short-sighted and damaging changes announced to the Marsden Fund priorities by the current New Zealand Government today. Blue-sky research, humanities, and social sciences have all been slashed. www.beehive.govt.nz/release/mars...
Marsden Fund refocused for science with a purpose
Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology Judith Collins today announced the Government has updated the Marsden Fund to focus on core scientific research that helps lift our economic growth and c...
www.beehive.govt.nz
December 4, 2024 at 2:36 AM
Enormously short-sighted and damaging changes announced to the Marsden Fund priorities by the current New Zealand Government today. Blue-sky research, humanities, and social sciences have all been slashed. www.beehive.govt.nz/release/mars...
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Good article from Newsroom out on the long-term implications of the decision to cancel PBRF's QE process, with analysis from Jonathan Boston and me. newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/30/c...
Cautious optimism over research fund review
The Government has confirmed the problematic Performance-Based Research Fund will be reviewed over the course of the year
newsroom.co.nz
March 30, 2024 at 1:10 AM
Good article from Newsroom out on the long-term implications of the decision to cancel PBRF's QE process, with analysis from Jonathan Boston and me. newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/30/c...
If you haven't already watched this fabulous (and winning) 'Dance Your PhD' video: do! Your life will be richer for it 😊 www.abc.net.au/news/2024-02...
February 28, 2024 at 6:42 AM
If you haven't already watched this fabulous (and winning) 'Dance Your PhD' video: do! Your life will be richer for it 😊 www.abc.net.au/news/2024-02...