University fires controversial marine scientist for alleged conduct breaches

Peter Ridd fired after ignoring previous warnings from James Cook University

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A controversial Australian marine scientist who rejects research showing major human-caused impacts on the Great Barrier Reef has been fired from Queensland's James Cook University for alleged multiple breaches of its code of conduct.

Peter Ridd was fired on 2 May, according to the termination letter posted on Ridd's website, after ignoring previous warnings and disciplinary action from the university.