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I don’t wear a lab coat, but I’m still a scientist
OPINION  9 Sep 2020

I don’t wear a lab coat, but I’m still a scientist

To mark Social Sciences Week, a Charles Sturt scientist highlights the important contributions of the humanities and social sciences and urges this be remembered amid the Federal Government’s proposed fee hikes for future students of the discipline.

Graham CentreScienceSociety and Community

Strategic avoidance trumps ‘fake eyes’: how to safeguard yourself from swooping magpies
OPINION  8 Sep 2020

Strategic avoidance trumps ‘fake eyes’: how to safeguard yourself from swooping magpies

In many pockets of Australia, the onset of spring is renowned as the start of magpie swooping season. A Charles Sturt expert explains why the birds behave in this territorial and seemingly aggressive manner, and the best strategies to avoid attacks.

Animal and Veterinary scienceCharles Sturt UniversityILWS

Australia’s regional and rural women deserve access to more female doctors
OPINION  7 Sep 2020

Australia’s regional and rural women deserve access to more female doctors

A Charles Sturt University medicine academic and regional GP says women are hit hardest by Australia’s rural doctor shortage, and more needs to be done to ensure all women have access to a female doctor, regardless of where they live.

HealthMedicineSociety and Community

Why we need a new constitution
OPINION  7 Sep 2020

Why we need a new constitution

In a book to be launched by former leader of the Liberal Party Dr John Hewson, a Charles Sturt University constitutional law expert argues that the Australian constitution is so defective that we need an entirely new one.

Society and Community

Here's why Trump comparing protestors to terrorists is the real danger
OPINION  4 Sep 2020

Here's why Trump comparing protestors to terrorists is the real danger

Trump compares violent protestors in the US to terrorists. Here's why that claim is dangerous.

Charles Sturt UniversityPolicing and SecurityLaw and Justice

How moonlight changes the behaviour of Australian wildlife
OPINION  4 Sep 2020

How moonlight changes the behaviour of Australian wildlife

A Charles Sturt University PhD candidate co-authors an article for The Conversation that sheds light on how certain behaviours of Australia’s wildlife can change with variation in ambient light, phases of the Moon and cloud cover.

Animal and Veterinary scienceCharles Sturt UniversityResearch

Why libraries are highly prized and beneficial for many of Australia’s prison inmates
OPINION  4 Sep 2020

Why libraries are highly prized and beneficial for many of Australia’s prison inmates

A Charles Sturt academic highlights the important role of libraries within Australia’s prison system, from helping inmates connect with individuals and communities inside and outside of prison, to assisting former inmates adjust to life after prison.

Society and Community

The unfair treatment and healthcare for Māori must and can be fixed
OPINION  3 Sep 2020

The unfair treatment and healthcare for Māori must and can be fixed

A Charles Sturt academic highlights the systemic racism in New Zealand’s health system and says creating an independent Māori authority, focused on improving Māori health, will help to eliminate political inequities and ensure meaningful Māori voice.

ILWSHealthIndigenousInternational

Timor-Leste’s success against COVID-19 no thanks to Australia
OPINION  28 Aug 2020

Timor-Leste’s success against COVID-19 no thanks to Australia

Two researchers say the 21st anniversary of Timor-Leste’s referendum for independence and its success against COVID-19 are timely reminders of the nation’s strength and resilience and for Australia to let go of its ‘White Saviour’ view of Timor-Leste.

Graham CentreInternationalSociety and Community

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