THE SCIENCE OF SUPERHEROES
We've all dreamed of saving the world with cosmic powers, high-tech gizmos and our underwear on the outside of our pants. While caped crusaders seem to exist only in comic books, is there an element of truth behind the story? Tim Dean examines the science behind the superheroes. |
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HERE COME THE CLONES
With cloning in the spotlight since the arrival of Dolly the sheep in 1997, the technique is being trialled on more and more species. Elizabeth Finkel looks at the debates over whether a clone is "healthy" or not, and if cloning holds a place for the human race.
DEAD ON ARRIVAL
Autopsies, court appearances and saving lives: this is a role that requires more than a strong stomach. Amanda Burdon follows forensic pathologist Jo Duflou on a typical day.
STORMS OF FIRE
The devastating Canberra fires of 2003 left us hoping that such destruction would never be seen again. But with world temperatures on the rise, Dan Drollette investigates whether bushfires could become commonplace.
MAN IN THE MIDDLE
Centre of the debate on the cause and solution to climate change, Michael Mann is the brain behind plotting humanity's effect on the global climate. By David Appell.
In the wet, inhospitable jungles of Irian Jaya, Tim Flannery found more than he hoped for: a new species of ground-dwelling tree-kangaroo.
The stars look better from Down Under, according to Penny Sackett, astronomer with the Australian National University.
The news stories everyone else missed. Edited by Be Bonham.
Discover the beautiful, vast and isolating world of space through the eyes of celebrated astronomer and renowned astro-photographer, David Malin.
Thinking of building? Bob Johnstone reports on new energy efficiency ideas for urban development.
Stop the biological clock from ticking. Elizabeth Finkel looks at a new study that might help to delay or even prevent menopause.
Ever had troubles sleeping? Imagine not being able to breathe when your head hits the pillow. But this is no folk story, says Rob Moodie.
So you think you're smart? David Salt measures up and evaluates the intelligence behind the IQ test.
Fighting desertification, Israel tries to restore the Holy Land to its former forested glory. Elizabeth Finkel sorts the wood from the trees.
Kate Holdsworth takes a look at an animal with one heck of a nose-job: the star-nosed mole.
If there were an earthquake, wouldn't we feel it? Major earthquakes are happening right now … but in slow motion, reports Kim Griggs.
"O star of wonder, star of light"; Marilyn Head discusses what might have guided the three wise kings of long ago.
DNA, the building blocks of life, is now an inspiration for art. Michael Desmond looks at artists integrating the helix into contemporary works.
Alice Trend gets that sinking feeling as she reviews the history of the airship.
An Aussie will do anything for a cold beer. It drove James Harrison to build the first refrigerator. By Cristy Burne.
The last days of Marshall McLuhan, the famous philosopher, scholar, media theorist and stroke victim, as told by Phillip Marchand.
Peter Calamai sets off to the Lascaux caves in south-central France to visit one of the world's most historic anthropological sites.
In an original story, award-winning U.S. author Joe Haldeman imagines what the Christmas of the future might be like. In another story, New Zealander Michael McNeil tells of the strange rise of the 'beehave' phenomenon in southern USA.
Could New Zealand have the answer to the world's oil crisis? Mic Dover reports on a new potential fuel alternative … trees!
In the Intelligent Design versus evolution debate, David Millikan - a theologian and minister of the Uniting Church - takes an unexpected side.
David Malin gives a word of advice on where to get started in the world of telescope astronomy.
Technology that's ready to wear. Edited by a guy who sure likes his gadgets, Tim Dean.
Reviews of the latest books, DVDs and television programs, and edited by the incorrigible Bob Guntrip.
Highlights of the best science events in Australia and New Zealand.
Featuring cartoons, weird news, a trivia quiz, a very strange Japanese pub and our magazine's own Pet of the Month. Edited by Sara Phillips.
Famed for his blog, "The Darth Side", Matthew Frederick Davis Hemming, embarks on every childhood dream in the search for Santa Claus.
