Australian Centre for Pacific Islands Research (ACPIR)

University of the Sunshine Coast

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Pacific island home close to sea level

ACPIR undertakes high quality impact-orientated research in close partnership with our Pacific partners, to address the key challenges and opportunities in the Pacific. In doing so, the Centre seeks to provide a positive contribution to wellbeing, resilience and environmental, social, economic, and cultural sustainability in the Pacific Islands. Through research excellence and impact, the Centre seeks to provide a significant contribution to UniSC's profile and reputation in the Pacific region, and beyond. Our partnerships are focused on catalysing transformational change and enhancing all dimensions of resilience within the Pacific Islands. The Centre is committed to co-designing research projects and developing evidence-based solutions with Pacific partners that are driven and shaped by local priorities.

Website
https://www.unisc.edu.au/research/australian-centre-for-pacific-islands-research
Organisation type
  • University Research Centre
Number of research staff
20-100 research staff
Address
Building A1, University of the Sunshine Coast, 1 Moreton Parade, Petrie QLD 4502

Strengths and capabilities

  • Knowledge of Pacific Island environments
  • Cultural competency in engaging Pacific Island peoples
  • Pacific aquaculture
  • Pacific horticulture
  • Pacific agriculture
  • Rural health in the Pacific Islands
  • Climate change in the Pacific Islands
  • Heritage and culture in the Pacific Islands
  • Pacific island forestry
  • Agribusiness in the Pacific Islands

Lead researchers

Achievements of the centre

  • More than $20m in competitive research funding

Key science sectors

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