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Many psychology studies fail the replication test
Friday, 28 August 2015
Scientific studies about how people act or think can rarely be replicated by outside experts, according to a new study that raises questions about the seriousness of psychology research.
Omega-3 supplements don't prevent cognitive decline
Wednesday, 26 August 2015
Bacteria in house dust reflect who lives there
Wednesday, 26 August 2015
Genes link low vitamin D with multiple sclerosis risk
Wednesday, 26 August 2015
Brain turns words into complex thoughts like a computer
Tuesday, 25 August 2015
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The pressure to fudge medical research
Why are large numbers of medical researchers apparently misrepresenting their findings? Sophie Scott investigates.
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Apps that help you get to know the world around you
Feel like your head's always buried in a smartphone? We've got some apps to get you into the world outside your phone.
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Do our cells grow in size as we grow?
Cells are the fundamental units that make up our body, so what happens to them when we grow? That depends upon the type of cell.
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Why do mozzies love some people but not others?
Tuesday, 27 September 2016
Why are some people mosquito magnets, while others seem to be blissfully bite-free?
How a common chemical in sunscreen damages coral reefs
Tuesday, 6 September 2016
People need to avoid skin damage when they go to the beach, but many sunscreens include oxybenzone, but that's bad news for coral, explains Dr Karl.
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How much science do you know?
Saturday, 13 August 2016
From chemistry to physics and anatomy to medicine exercise your brain during National Science Week with this quick quiz.
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News in Science 2009 quiz
Tuesday, 15 December 2009
Planetary mayhem, a patent win for CSIRO and another Australian Nobel Laureate were just some of the stories our news team covered this year.
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Biomedical engineer
Tuesday, 24 November 2009
Self-confessed geek David Hobbs combines his love of technology with medicine. Watch Ace Day Jobs to find out how he became a biomedical engineer.
Dental researcher
Tuesday, 8 September 2009
Nathan Cochrane fights tooth decay. Watch Ace Day Jobs to find out about why he is passionate about dental health.