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3 Aug 2025

Dr Ben McAllister: 2025 Science Week – Shining a Light on Dark Matter

Natural Sciences, Popular Culture

National Science Week is taking physics on tour and Swinburne’s Dr Ben McAllister is leading the charge. From quantum trivia nights to a dark matter road trip, he’s making the mysteries of the universe fun, fascinating and wildly accessible.

Guest: Dr Ben McAllister, Swinburne University physicist and science communicator

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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26 Jan 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why We’re Pushing Back Against Perfect Faces

Fashion & Beauty, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

After years of smooth, interchangeable faces on screens, something is shifting. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne unpacks why expressive, readable faces ...

26 Jan 2026

Dr Dee Tomic: Work Participation, Inequality and Feeling Safe at Work

Careers, Psychology, Society & Culture

Work participation isn’t just about skills or effort; it’s shaped by whether workplaces feel safe, welcoming and secure. Dr Dee ...

26 Jan 2026

Nicole Rich: What Renters and Donors Need to Know After a Disaster

Consumer Affairs, Finance, Law, Personal Safety, Society & Culture

After bushfires and other disasters, everyday rules around renting, repairs and donations can quickly become unclear. Nicole Rich outlines renter ...