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15 Mar 2026

Dr Shivani Pasricha: The One-Hour STI Test That Could Change Clinics Forever

Health, Science & Medicine, Technology

Researchers in Melbourne have developed a rapid test that can detect multiple sexually transmitted infections in under an hour. Dr Shivani Pasricha explains how the technology works, why infections like syphilis can be difficult to diagnose, and how faster testing could help stop transmission earlier.

Guest: Dr Shivani Pasricha, Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Micah Goldwater: Why Rational People Still Believe in Superstitions

Popular Culture, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Most of us consider ourselves rational, yet superstitions still shape everyday behaviour. Psychologist Micah Goldwater explains why scientific thinking and ...

15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why Some Gen Z Men Are Returning to Traditional Gender Views

LGBTIQA+ Community, Popular Culture, Social Media, Society & Culture

New research suggests some Gen Z men are expressing more traditional views about gender roles than older generations. Associate Professor ...

15 Mar 2026

Ben Cork: What the Pride in Sport Survey Reveals About Inclusion in Australian Sport

LGBTIQA+ Community, Professional, Society & Culture, Sports & Recreation

New results from the Pride in Sport Index survey reveal how LGBTQIA+ players, coaches and volunteers are experiencing sport across ...