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The Science Show gives Australians unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.

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The Science Show gives Australians unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.

    Paul Ehrlich - memoir traces science, activism and concerns for the planet

    Paul Ehrlich - memoir traces science, activism and concerns for the planet

    Paul Ehrlich has released a memoir. It covers his decades of science and activism. There have been some improvements. But mostly his concerns are even stronger.

    • 54 min
    Age of Monotremes including three new genera

    Age of Monotremes including three new genera

    I00 million years ago, there were more species of monotreme, the egg-laying mammals such as today’s platypus and echidna at Lightning Ridge in northern NSW than anywhere else on earth, past or present.

    • 54 min
    Are our tall forests really being saved?

    Are our tall forests really being saved?

    David Lindenmayer reveals the ugly truth and what’s really happening in our magnificent tall forests.

    • 54 min
    Big savings possible for the world’s ships

    Big savings possible for the world’s ships

    Ships which hitch a ride on small ocean currents could make big savings on fuel and reduce emissions.

    • 54 min
    Charcoal reveals secrets of first humans in Australia

    Charcoal reveals secrets of first humans in Australia

    There are no bone fragments or similar clues. But the structure of cells of ancient plants captured in charcoal is revealing the diet and lifestyle of the first Australians.

    • 54 min
    Getting serious about energy storage. But is it too late as wildfires rage?

    Getting serious about energy storage. But is it too late as wildfires rage?

    Large scale energy storage will allow users to rely on renewable energy alone. The US Department of Energy is funding research to make it a happen.

    • 54 min

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