Data Sharing in Ecology
In recent decades, biological scientists capacity for generating data has increased at an exponential rate. The need to organize data in ways useful for problem solving has similarly accelerated in the face of global challenges such as climate change, widespread species extinctions, and declines in biodiversity. In light of these trends, virtually every field of ecology would benefit from more comprehensive and systematic documentation and publication of metadata, combined with general availabil
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Sonja Tiscenko from REPOA speaks at the Power of In-Between Conference 1-2 July 2008
Sonja Tiscenko from REPOA talks about our responsibility to give feedback to each other in this field at the Power of In-between Conference in Pretoria, South Africa 1-2 July 2008. The conference, organised by the Institute of Development Studies, Sussex and the Human Science Research Council, South Africa, aimed to shine a light on the role of research brokers and intermediaries and explore how they support evidence-based pro-poor policy and practice.
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Episode 2: New Directions in Music Therapy
Associate Professor Denise Grocke explores Music Therapy with host Jacky Angus
Guest: Associate Professor Denise Grocke, Associate Dean (Research) in the Faculty of Music and Head of Music Therapy.
Topic: New Directions in Music Therapy
Duration: 21 min 45
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 5: Malaria Resurgent
Professor Graham Brown discusses the resurgence of malaria, and
the role of the Nossal Institute of Global Health in the war on malaria
and other global health problems.
Guest: Professor Graham Brown, Foundation Director of the Nossal Institute of Global Health
Topic: Malaria Resurgent
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne) Episode 8: Getting Public Transport Back on Track
Dr Paul Mees explores integrated public transport systems with Humanities host, Sian Prior
Guest: Dr Paul Mees from the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning.
Topic: Public transport systems for dispersed cities
Duration: 26 min 01 sec
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 12: War Against the Cotton Bollworm
Assoc Prof Phil Batterham and Prof Derek Russell describe how
genetics, proteomics, chemistry and field work join forces in the war
against the cotton bollworm - a 5 billion dollar pest that is the
scourge of farmers from Australia to Africa.
Guests:
Associate Professor Phil Batterham
Professor Derek Russell
Topic:
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 15: Crystal Meth (Ice) Use - Myths and Realities
Guests:
Associate Professor John Fitzgerald
Dr Frances Bramwell
Topic: Crystal Meth: Myths and Realities
Duration: 26 min 44 sec
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Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)Episode 18: Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Updated Look
Professor Margot Prior discusses the latest research into autism
spectrum disorder, its effects on sufferers and their families, and the
latest developments on diagnosis and treatment.
Guest: Professor Margot Prior, AO from the School of Behavioural Science
Topic: Autism Spectrum Disorder: An Updated
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 19: Individual Privacy vs Public Benefit in Health (Medical) Informatics
Prof Loane Skene and Assoc Prof Jim Black discuss the debate on medical informatics with Sian Prior
Guests:
Professor Loane Skene, Chair of the
Board of Undergraduate Studies, and Professor of Law at the Melbourne
Law School and the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Assoc Prof Jim Black, Epidemiologist and Publ
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 20: Genetically modified (GM) crops: the wheat from the chaff
Professor Rick Roush examines the realities and myths around
Genetically Modified (GM) or transgenic Crops. With Dr Shane Huntington.
Guest: Professor Rick Roush, Dean, Faculty of Land and Food Resources.
Topic: Genetically modified crops: the wheat from the chaff
Duration: 26
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 21: Barry Tuckwell: A Life with French Horn
Triple Grammy nominee, Professor Barry Tuckwell, chats with Sian Prior about his art and life.
Guest: Professor Barry Tuckwell, OBE and AC from the Faculty of Music
Topic: A Life with French Horn
Note: For legal reasons, this episode will not be
available as an on-demand stream. It continues to be
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 22: Geopolitics of Climate Change
Dr Peter Christoff explores the global politics of climate change with Sian Prior.
Guest: Dr Peter Christoff, School of Social and Environmental Enquiry.
Topic: Geopolitics of Climate Change
Duration: 31 min 12 sec
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne) Episode 23: India and China, Globalized
Dr Pradeep Taneja and Dr Salim Lakha discuss how globalisation is shaping India and China. With Sian Prior.
Guests:
Dr Pradeep Taneja, School of Political Science, Criminology and Sociology
Dr Salim Lakha, School of Social and Environmental Enquiry
Topic: The effects of globalization on India and Chin
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 24: Simon Phillips: Theater is No Drama
Simon Phillips joins Up Close host Sian Prior for a wide-ranging
discussion of the role of theatre in contemporary society, and its
continuing relevance in the digital age.
Guest: Simon Phillips, Artistic Director of the Melbourne Theatre Company
Topic: Contemporary theatre
Duration: 24 mi
Author(s): up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)
Episode 27: Mindful Leadership
Prof Amanda Sinclair talks about how mindfulness contributes to effective leadership. With Sian Prior.
Guest
Duration: 18 min 48 sec
Author(s):
up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)Episode 28: Post-Natal Depression Across Cultures
Post-natal, or perinatal, depression is found beyond the wealthy, Europeanised societies with which this phenomenon is usually associated. In this podcast, Assoc Prof Jane Fisher of the Key Centre for Women's Health discusses PND and its incidence in poorer countries, especially Vietnam. With host Sian Prior.
Guest
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up-close@unimelb.edu.au (University of Melbourne)7.6 Questions
The field of active galaxies is recognised as one of increasing importance. But how do we know there are different kinds of galaxy? What are active galaxies? How are they powered? This unit examines the different types of active galaxy and looks at the crucial role of the active galactic nucleus and the energy source at its heart.
Author(s): The Open University
7.5 Outstanding issues
The field of active galaxies is recognised as one of increasing importance. But how do we know there are different kinds of galaxy? What are active galaxies? How are they powered? This unit examines the different types of active galaxy and looks at the crucial role of the active galactic nucleus and the energy source at its heart.
Author(s): The Open University
7.4 Models of active galaxies
The field of active galaxies is recognised as one of increasing importance. But how do we know there are different kinds of galaxy? What are active galaxies? How are they powered? This unit examines the different types of active galaxy and looks at the crucial role of the active galactic nucleus and the energy source at its heart.
Author(s): The Open University
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