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Communicating with caution

Distilling complex topics into simple language can result in oversimplifications that may actually end up being lies… 

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The Value of Data

The Value of Data

Take 18 mins out of your day to watch this engaging talk from Prof Hans Rosling about the value of data, and learning to be less ignorant.

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Backyard bird count

Backyard Bird Count

Taking part in the Aussie Backyard Bird Count is easy! Just spend 20 minutes in your favourite outdoor space and tell us about the birds you see during that period. You can submit your results using the app or the web form. Every count helps.

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Science of hugs

The Science of Hugs

Love them or hate them, hugs are part of Western culture. But hugging is not as straightforward as it may seem. Where do your arms go? How long is too long?

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What If?

What If?

Serious scientific answers to hypothetical questions like “If every person on Earth aimed a laser pointer at the Moon at the same time, would it change color?”.

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