Research stories

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

Thursday, 13 Feb 2020
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Co-production promises to address the complex nature of contemporary sustainability challenges better than more traditional scientific approaches. But definitions of knowledge co-production are diverse and often contradictory.

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Monday, 14 Oct 2019
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The lessons signpost the importance of ‘soft skills’ required for the development of effective knowledge exchange and indicate the need for a broad definition of knowledge exchange that allows for a flexible approach to meet the diverse and changing needs of research, policy and practice.

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Tuesday, 10 Sep 2019
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As long ago as 1985, Britain’s Royal Society wondered whether they could use Doctor Who to promote greater public understanding of science.

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Monday, 12 Aug 2019
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What kind of future do we want to create?

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Monday, 12 Aug 2019
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Updating vets on the latest biosecurity resources, information and alerts is important to ensure protection of domesticated and native animals. 

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Two glasses of champagne
Thursday, 01 Aug 2019
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The study shows both advocates and opponents draw on five frames: health, social, economic, practical and ideological.

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Monday, 29 Jul 2019
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What can we learn from the polarised path of climate change discourse?

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Monday, 17 Jun 2019
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Even the smartest Australians struggle to interpret information about climate change when the correct interpretation clashes with their political attitudes.

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Tuesday, 16 Apr 2019
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An analysis of 515 science engagement activities by PhD researcher Jenni Metcalfe.

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