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Tuesday 25 June 2024
Researcher helps uncover the mysteries of megafauna
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Law, Politics and Society
Beyond lockouts: Sydney needs to become a more inclusive city
The critical issues underlying the debate about Sydney’s nightlife include worsening inequality and who is getting left behind, writes Professor Chris Gibson.
Health and Medicine
Explainer: what is the placebo effect and are doctors allowed to prescribe them
The placebo effect is real and powerful, despite it having a bad rap. Philosophy lecturer David Neil comments.
Law, Politics and Society
Business confidence and tax reform key to Turnbull government re-election: CEDA
The Malcolm Turnbull-led government will have to combat a gloomy Australian economic forecast in this year’s election.
Health and Medicine
Do Wi-Fi and mobile phones really cause cancer? Experts respond
On 16 February, Catalyst aired an episode on the ABC titled “Wi-Fried”, hosted by Dr Maryanne Demasi, claiming that radiation from mobile phones and Wi-Fi may constitute a brain cancer risk. The Conversation invited experts who have conducted research into this area to respond to the claims made in the programme.
Environment and Energy
UOW scientists respond to CSIRO climate research cuts
A statement by scientists from the Centre for Atmospheric Chemistry at UOW
Education
How schools avoid enrolling children with disabilities
Children with severe social, emotional or behavioural disorders are the least welcome in schools, writes Dr Roselyn Dixon.