My fursona and me: a tail of identity
Fursonas are more than just colourful and engaging avatars. Dzachary Zainudden explores how furries design and utilise them to express their idealised selves.
Powerful Conversations in 2020
2020 was nothing short of surprises. Diana reflects upon three major events that took place in 2020 and takes a closer look into how they might all be linked.
A Vision of Health: How Your Eye Test Can Save Your Life
Regular eye tests offer early, non-invasive detection not just of ophthalmic problems but of a host of general health conditions that are increasing in prevalence during the COVID-19 pandemic. Given this, Siobhan McGeechan asks: why aren’t we prioritising eye care?
Is there a fault in our stars?
John Carlo Jadormeo Combista explores the ethical issues surrounding the convergence between neurodiversity and autism.
Bat immunity takes flight
Delia Cretu explains how bats’ unique antiviral immunity may be a side story to the evolution of flight
Gympietides: the unexpected toxin of Australia
Australia’s natural dangers are not just limited to its animal life – Jennifer Sibbald discusses the plant molecules responsible for a nasty sting.
The Moon appeal
The Moon is in the news again; Deep Bandivadekar explores why scientists find the Moon so appealing.
The future of COVID-19: an end in sight?
Annabell discusses the future of COVID-19 by looking at past pandemics and how they may help to predict how much longer the disease will impact our lives.
