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Discover how our research impacts the way science is communicated to and perceived by the general public.

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Friday, 05 Jan 2024
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Embark on the inspiring journey of Dr. Rini Astuti as she navigates the realms of academia and activism, driving impactful research at the intersection of climate justice and public engagement.

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Friday, 24 Nov 2023
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Experimenting with designing a Minecraft mod that immerses high school students in the world of population health thinking.

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Wednesday, 01 Nov 2023
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When trust in science is compromised, the capacity for cohesive global policy action is further diminished. How can the multilateral policy interface engage effectively with science in ways trusted by populations?

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Illustration: Aaron Humphrey; Image of a comic strip showing a girl reading a comic and learning a subject through different images of talking, visuals, gesturing, narratives, and spatial awareness.
Thursday, 19 Oct 2023
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Discover the impact of comic presentation style on procedural information learning.

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Monday, 02 Oct 2023
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Did you know that one of the most groundbreaking science narratives in film history - The Cabinet of Dr Caligari (1920) - was inspired by a popular performance?

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Tuesday, 05 Sep 2023
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What's happening in the world of CPAS as of August 2023, including new scholarships, publications, events, and more!

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Friday, 01 Sep 2023
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Harley Quinn has become an important and popular character in the DC Universe, especially for representations of women scientists in comics and the associated cinematic and TV adaptations.

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Monday, 28 Aug 2023
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DECRA funding seeks to develop an anti-racist neuroethics.

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