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Let’s Vote On It: Can We Use Democracy To Fund Science?
Would voting be a better way to decide how individual researchers get research grants?
Measuring The Value Of Science: It’s Not Always About The Money
Monetary gains are just one way of quantifying the benefits of doing science, writes Rod Lamberts.
A Sunny Future For Rooftop Solar Power
The falling cost of solar panels means they are now a considerable player in the energy sector, writes Bernhard Mitchell.
What Kind Of Research Can We Trust?
As seen in the case of Tamiflu, better ways of dealing with conflicts of interest are needed, write Adam Dunn and Florence Bourgeois.
Curiosity Changes The Brain To Enhance Learning
Those who are curious about a topic will not only want to know more, but will also remember more.
Passport Staff Miss One In Seven Fake IDs
A study showing that one out of every seven passport checks fails questions the use of photo IDs to secure borders.
Why Bad Food Is Good For Business
Rosemary Stanton and Christina Pollard discuss the factors which make bad food so profitable and what effect this can have on our health.
Renewables Ready To Supply All Australia’s Electricity
Professor Mark Diesendorf argues that relying fully on renewable energy is not only feasible but also cost competitive.
Health Check: Should You Go For One?
Some companies may require employees to go for annual health checks, but is this practice justified? Professor Chris Del Mar discusses.