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Science over coffee

Practice what you preach, and preach what you practice

Environmental scientists struggle to reduce their carbon footprint. UQ’s Dr Matthew Holden says this provides lessons for all.

Could organic farming feed the world?

Are organic farms less productive than conventional farms?

“That depends on who you ask” says Professor Susanne Schmidt from UQ’s School of Agriculture and Food Science.

What motivates a superbug scientist?

From seeing people dying on the streets of India, to backpacking antibiotics into Southeast Asia, Professor Matt Cooper explains what inspired him to become a superbug scientist.

Antibiotics and the emerging superbug threat

About 100 years ago bacteria spread through a cough or an open wound could easily kill us, thanks to antibiotics this is no longer the case. But bacteria are fighting back and new strains of bacteria known as superbugs are developing resistance to antibiotics. Dr Lee Hickey speaks to Professor Matt Cooper about the emerging threat.

Are GMOs and organic foods compatible?

Dr Lee Hickey speaks with a UQ scientist who believes that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are perfectly compatible with organic agriculture, and can actually improve production and food safety.

Tree planting is not always so green

Forests are the lungs of the planet, so surely planting more of them could only be a good thing? Dr Lee Hickey investigates.
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