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Mind the gap: How maths is taught may be failing girls
Opinion: Australian boys are dramatically ahead of girls in maths at both primary and high school level, an international test has revealed. But mathematician Associate Professor Richard Garner warns the gender gap is more complex than it appears.
Travellers willing to pay more for low-emission flights: study
Many air passengers are open to paying extra for flights with reduced emissions, according to a new study of consumer preferences by Macquarie University researchers.
Please explain: What's behind daytime sleepiness?
Many of us feel drowsy during the day, but what causes it, and what can we do about it when it becomes a problem? Sleep researcher Dr Julia Chapman says there are multiple causes of daytime sleepiness.
What you'll discover at the new Pompeii exhibition: review
Newly discovered objects never seen outside Europe are on display at Canberra's National Museum of Australia as part of a new, immersive Pompeii exhibition, on until May. Archaeologist Professor Ray Laurence reviews the must-see items offering insight into everyday life in the Italian city that was buried in a volcanic eruption in 79 CE.
Why some birds divorce and others partner for life
Relationship dynamics among birds can be just as complex as they are in humans. While some bird species stick with one partner for life, new research has shown others might switch partners after just one breeding season.
Necro-brands: Why do celebrities like Elvis Presley make more money dead than alive?
From regional New South Wales to London, Elvis Presley continues to be a bankable star almost 50 years after his death. New research led by Macquarie University's Professor Chris Baumann explains why the king of rock and roll’s brand is worth more than ever.
Christmas in the metaverse: Why the festive season is moving into virtual worlds
From designer fashion to cosmetics and concert tickets, shoppers are increasingly filling Christmas stockings with gifts from virtual worlds, rather than bricks and mortar shops.
Why do some mammals have short pregnancies while others take years? Wallaby study sparks new insights
Macquarie University scientists compared placental mammals with wallabies, opossums and dunnarts to show how mammals evolved to manage inflammation during pregnancy, allowing them to extend their gestation from days to months.
Do video games change the way we think about history?
How do video games influence our understanding of the past? Abbie Hartman, curator of a new exhibition at Macquarie University History Museum on the evolution of gaming, explains.
In God we trust, in Trump we believe
Opinion: Faith-based voters represent a significant proportion of the U.S. electorate - and they overwhelmingly supported Donald Trump.
How Aussie business can improve its bottom line
Australian businesses can lift their poor record of innovation with a bold strategy of “learning by doing”, according to new research from the Macquarie Business School.
Sewage Signals: How DNA detection is revolutionising water quality monitoring
Scientists have used bacterial DNA to track sewage pollution in 18 global harbours, revealing widespread contamination that current testing methods fail to detect.