Ockham’s Razor
ABC
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This program is no longer in production. Ockham’s Razor is a soap box for all things scientific, with short talks about research, industry and policy from people with something thoughtful to say about science.
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MAR 6, 2024
Some news about Ockham's Razor and introducing Quick Smart
If you've been wondering where we've been – Ockham's Razor is going on hiatus for a little while. But don't worry, we've got your pod needs covered with Tegan Taylor's other excellent and informative shows, Quick Smart and What's That Rash? Find more episodes of Tegan's podcasts here: Quick Smart What's That Rash? Presenter: Tegan Taylor Producer: Tegan Taylor, Rose Kerr Sound engineer: Bethany Stewart
-1 MIN
DEC 16, 2023
Satellites, citizen science and space
What role could you play in the fight against space junk? This week, Mars shares her thoughts on the role of citizen science in space research.
11 MIN
DEC 9, 2023
What should rewilding look like in Australia?
Scientists have lots of different ideas about how to conserve our native species. One of these ways is rewilding.
11 MIN
DEC 2, 2023
If DNA is the sheet music, epigenetics is the conductor
Razia Zakarya is an epigeneticist. But what does an epigeneticist do exactly? Razia is here to explain! Today, why DNA and epigenetics is important for chronic disease research.
11 MIN
NOV 25, 2023
Making science fun isn't oversimplifying it
Science doesn't have to be restricted to old white men in lab coats. Maddie reckons it's time to make science fun! Without losing it's important messages.
11 MIN
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