Publications
The following is a list of some of the Centre for the Public Awareness of Science publications.
Refereed journal papers
McGillion, C., & McKinnon, M. (2014) Participatory theater as a science communication tool in Timor Leste. Science Communication, 36(4), 502-510.
Shah, M.M.I., Grant, W.J. & Stocklmayer, S. (2014). The influence of technological attributes and growers' satisfaction with household consumption of hybrid rice in Bangladesh. Bothalia Journal, 44 (4), 2-19.
McKinnon, M., Moussa-Inaty, J., & Barza, L. (2014) Science teaching self-efficacy of culturally foreign teachers: A baseline study in Abu Dhabi. International Journal of Educational Research, 66, 78-89.
McKinnon, M., Orthia, L.A., Grant, W.J., & Lamberts, R. (2014). Real-world assessment as an integral component of an undergraduate science communication program. International Journal of Innovation in Science and Mathematics Education, 22(5), 1-13.
Smith, C. (2014) Public engagement in prioritizing research proposals: A case study. SAGE Open, 4(Jan-Mar): 1-10. DOI: 10.1177/2158244014523791
Thomas, J., Raynor, M., & McKinnon, M. (2014). Academic integrity and oral examination: an Arabian Gulf perspective. Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 51(5): 533-543. DOI: 10.1080/14703297.2013.796724
Popular media
Menzies, L., Grant, W.J. & Hunter, D. [Producers]. (2014). Up Stream [Documentary film]. Directed by L. Menzies. Available from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2yFY0a0x-I.
Hoepner, J. & Grant, W.J. (2014, 18 March). Wind farm reviews are pointless if they leave out anxiety illness. The Conversation.
Lamberts, R. (2014, 13 March). Facts won’t beat the climate deniers – using their tactics will. The Conversation.
McKinnon, M. C. (2014) Book review: Layperson's guide to pandemics. MJA, 200(5), 297.
Grant, W.J. & Menzies, L. (2014, 10 April). What science communicators can learn from listening to people. The Conversation.
Gates-Stuart, E. (2014). Stellrscope: Art and science as creative catalysts. Ignite: Women Fueling Science & Technology.
Grant, W.J. & Lamberts, R. (2014, 3 October). The 10 stuff-ups we all make when interpreting research. The Conversation.
Gates-Stuart, E. (2014). StellrScope. In C. Kennedy & M. Rosengren (Eds.), SPECTRA: images and data in art/science. Proceedings from the symposium SPECTRA 2012. Australian Network for Art and Technology, Adelaide, SA.
Lamberts, R. (2014, 22 August). Speak out, climate experts - but stop making tactical mistakes. The Conversation.
Conference presentations
Walker, G.J. (2014). 'The Difficult Years' - engaging teenagers. Paper presented at the Australian Science Communicators Conference, Brisbane, Australia, February 2-5 2014.
Wild-River, S. Exploring the visions for Landcare. Workshop presented at Living on the Edge, 21st century Solutions for Environmental Practitioners, Anuual Conference of the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand, Hobart, 31 Octorber 2014.
Shadbolt, N.A., Parker, M.A., & Orthia, L.A. (2014) Communicating endometriosis with young women to decrease diagnosis time. Paper presented at 12th World Congress on Endometriosis, São Paulo, Brazil, 30 April-3 May 2014.
Walker, G.J. (2014). Science Theatre: Emotions and Relevance. Paper presented at the Australian Science Communicators Conference, Brisbane, Australia, February 2-5 2014.
Searle, S.D. (2014). 'Inspiring Australia' - with evidence. Paper presented at the Australian Science Communicators Conference, Brisbane, Australia, February 2-5 2014.
Gates-Stuart, E. (2014). 3D titanium insects. Paper presented at the Australian Science Communicators Conference, Brisbane, Australia, February 2-5 2014.
Selected media coverage
Mitchell, N. (2014, March 11). Broadcast of ASC Conference Debate, 'Social Media: hero or villain in science communication', featuring several science communicators including Merryn McKinnon, Will Grant and Rod Lamberts. Radio National, 'Big Ideas'.
Edraki, F. (2014, January 8). Young refugees and migrants: thinking outside the square. The Queanbeyan and Palerang District Bulletin.
Cribb, J. (2014, May 26). Here's the proof: Australians prefer the facts. The Canberra Times.
Hogan, J. (2014, April 18). Fashfest goes bug-eyed over swimwear. The Canberra Times.
Lauder, S. & Lamberts, R. (2014, April 2). Fad not facts: call for a new approach to climate change. Interview for ABC Radio 'The World Today'.
Sarafian, A. (2014, March 18). Scientists encouraged to better explain ideas to engage MPs. The Conversation.
Refereed journal papers
Derrick, G.E. & Bryant, C. (2013). The role of research incentives in medical research organisations. R&D Management, 43(1), 75-86.
Popular media
Grant, W.J. (2013, 20 May). How to heat your house efficiently. The Conversation.
Selected media coverage
Borchelt, R. (2013). Book review: Communication and Engagement with Science and Technology: Issues and Dilemmas. Science Communication, 35 (5): 679-681.