Govt must lift R&D game: BCA

The Business Council of Australia (BCA) makes its case for a state-driven R&D system in its submission to the “strategic examination” of research and development.
Converting quality into quantity: in praise of metrics

Merlin Crossley looks at the value of indices, despite their flaws.
Appointments & Achievements

Nerilie Abram (ANU) becomes Chief Scientist at the Australian Antarctic Division. *** Erwin Jackson is announced as head of Australian Programmes at Climate Works, which “bridges the gap between research […]
Feeling lucky?
Photographer: Vicky Sim | Source: Unsplash I’m guessing the people in your inner circle don’t proudly say “I’m an alcoholic.” While booze is a delightful accoutrement at most high level […]
Two common “fair” university processes that often disadvantage disabled people

Common university processes assumed to be fair can exclude people with disabilities