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Friday 20 September 2024
After 20 years of evidence on plastic pollution, it is now time to act
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UOW biologist wins international photography competition
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An Australian head of state won’t save us from being a de facto monarchy
Australian Republican Movement chairman Peter FitzSimons used Australia Day to renew calls for an Australian head of state, writes Associate Professor Gregory Melleuish.
Innovation needs its drivers
Australia has to make creative decisions of its own, writes Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Wellings.Â
Why was Tony Abbott so unpopular?
Tony Abbott remained at consistently low levels of approval as prime minister, but why? Associate Professor Gregory Melleuish comments.Â
Hello Barbie, hello hackers: accessing personal data will be child’s play
At the top of some children’s Christmas present wish list this year will be the new Hello Barbie doll, writes Associate Professor Katina Michael.Â
Cherry on top: summer fruits are also good for the brain
Anthocyanins, which provide the red, blue and purple pigments, may help protect against cognitive decline, write Associate Professor Karen Charlton and Katherine Kent.Â
Academics must not retreat to the safety of the silos
Universities can and must demonstrate they are capable of fostering innovation, writes Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Judy Raper.