The Climate Change Cluster (C3) provides a deeper understanding of the world’s aquatic plant and microbe ecosystems that are critical to the wellbeing of the global community. We produce new insights that address the challenges of human and ecological interactions with the climate.
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Our research areas
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Find out more about C3 research programs across algae, coral reefs and marine microbiology.
C3 news and projects
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ISF and C3 report on bioplastics for a sustainable future
UTS's Climate Change Cluster (C3) are developing bioplastics from algae that look to replace harmful plastics. This report is a collaboration between the Institute of Sustainable Futures and C3.
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Taking a bite out of carbon emissions
A research partnership between the UTS Climate Change Cluster and v2food is exploring ways that algae can transform the way we eat - and provide solutions to the climate crisis.
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Scholarship opportunities
► Development of smart algal bioprospecting technology and approaches
► PhD Scholarship: Seaweed hybridisation
► PhD Scholarship: Algae based building materials
► The role of pathogens in marine diseasesApplications close soon
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Come on a C3 tour
Monthly tours of the C3 and Deep Green Biotech Hub give visitors a first-hand look at our innovative research facilities.
Study with us
Student opportunities with an internationally-recognised marine research institute, working across a diverse range of aquatic ecosystems.
Partner with us
C3 partners with businesses, government and not-for-profits to deliver practical technology solutions across carbon capture and storage, conservation, water quality and the circular bio-economy.
Climate Change Cluster (C3) Brochure (PDF, 3.3MB)
Climate Change Cluster (C3) 2022 Annual Report (PDF, 4.8MB)