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Timely intervention: how Doctor Who shapes public attitudes to science
Scientists and science fans love to discuss the science in Doctor Who.
Originally published in The Conversation.
Bugs and bores: a source of dangerous bacteria in remote communities' water supply
A study of three remote community water supplies in northern Australia, The Conversation.
Tiny specks in space could be the key to finding martian life
Originally published in The Conversation.
Apple iPhones could have been hacked for years – here's what to do about it
For many years, the Apple iPhone has been considered one of the most secure smart phones available. But despite this reputation, security issues that might affect millions of users came to light last week, when researchers at Google revealed they had discovered websites that can infect iPhones, iPads, and iPods with dangerous software.
Originally published in The Conversation.
Deep breath: this sea snake gathers oxygen through its forehead
Only fish have gills, right? Wrong.
Originally published in The Conversation.
Virtual fences and cattle: how new tech could allow effective, sustainable land sharing
Climate change and the global population boom continue to put pressure on the agriculture industry.
Originally published in The Conversation.
'Gay gene' search reveals not one but many – and no way to predict sexuality
It has long been clear that a person’s sexual preference – whether they prefer male or female sexual partners, or both – is influenced by his or her genetic makeup.
Originally published in The Conversation.
Cryptology from the crypt: how I cracked a 70-year-old coded message from beyond the grave
Originally published in The Conversation.
How fast can a human cycle? With aerodynamic help, the 300km per hour barrier seems easily within reach
British cyclist Neil Campbell recently set a new record for the men’s “fastest bicycle in a slipstream”, cl
Originally published in The Conversation.
Star laws: what happens if you commit a crime in space?
NASA is reportedly investigating what could be the first ever all
Originally published in The Conversation.
