The passing of a great Australian scientist

Professor Frank Fenner, one of Australia’s most renowned scientists has passed away aged 95.

23 November 2010

Flipping the switch in the protein factory

The combination of two letters has changed the scope of biotechnology around the world, and in the process, won its inventor Australia’s top science prize.

18 November 2010

All blood and bones

From discovering evidence of reproductive methods in 380 million year old fossils, to the production of blood cells in our bodies today, two of Australia’s top scientists have been honoured in the 2010 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science.

Top science teachers inspired by history

With Australia facing a decline in the number of students choosing to study science, two of our top teachers agree the formula to solve this problem is simple: real, hands-on experiments equals engaged and excited students.