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Science Diplomacy, Italian Style
By Oscar Moze
Scientists should be working with diplomats in matters of foreign policy to resolve present-day global problems.
It is illusory to think that the resolution of complex global problems such as climate change, food and energy security should be exclusively the responsibility of diplomacy.
Rather, science and diplomacy should be seen as natural allies and instruments for dialogue and change. Scientists should be working in tandem with diplomats in matters of foreign policy where existing scientific knowledge and the outcomes of ongoing research can contribute directly to international understanding and resolution of present-day global problems.
A Burning Solution
By Seán Kerins
A revival of indigenous fire management in the Gulf country is restoring environmental integrity and reducing carbon emissions.
In the early 1980s, Waanyi and Garawa people reclaimed some of their ancestral land in the south-west Gulf of Carpentaria in the Northern Territory. But later, due to a lack of government support for basic citizen services – health and education – they were once again forced off, relocating to overcrowded living conditions in nearby townships.
Banking Living Brain Tissue
By Manuel B. Graeber
Australia needs a repository of living brain tissue to explore the next frontier of medical research.
Today’s cultural and technological achievements are the product of the human brain. Understanding how this organ functions is widely considered the ultimate scientific frontier. Two recent “mega” science projects, unprecedented in terms of ambition and scale, reflect this appreciation.
How Significant Is P?
By Geoff Cumming
Questions over the significance of P values requires the adoption of a new and transparent approach to validating research data.
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Is Tony Abbott Following Canada’s “War on Science”?
By Ben McNeil
Canada’s Prime Minister could be a role model for Australia’s new leader when it comes to science policy.
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Towards a Healthier PNG
By Peter Siba
Medical researchers in Papua New Guinea face unique scientific and public health challenges.
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A “Better Than Ever” R&D Tax Incentive?
By Kris Gale
Some advice for the government as it sets its sights on revamping support for innovation.
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Calculating Carbon
By Pep Canadell
Research supports a new approach to counting net CO2 emissions.
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Best Practice Science Is Open and Transparent
By Clinton Foster
Geoscience Australia’s Chief Scientist outlines the philosophy behind the organisation’s newly stated science principles.
Dr Foster is Chief Scientist of Geoscience Australia. The “Science Principles” document is available at http://www.ga.gov.au/about-us/corporate-documents/science-principles.html as a free download.
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Serendipity, Your Number Is Up
One-third of Australian children do not meet the international minimum numeracy benchmark.
By Roslyn Prinsley
Science, technology, engineering and maths skills are needed to build the nation, but student and teacher numbers are in decline.
Roslyn Prinsley is National Adviser, Mathematics and Science Education and Industry for the Office of the Chief Scientist for Australia.
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