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Wednesday 12 August 2026
Research and innovation in the spotlight at ýapp National Science Week events
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PRF’s $1.5M boost to fast-track Parkinson’s research at ýapp
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ýapp expert commentary (9 September)
ýapp academics provide expert commentary, opinion and analysis on a range of ongoing and breaking news stories
1 in 8 households don’t have the money to buy enough food
When money runs short, families cut back on groceries, buy cheaper but less nutritious food, skip meals or rely on food charities
What is prepping – and how does it work in Australia?
Who are the people actively living for the end times? Are sovereign citizens the same as survivalists? Are survivalists different from preppers?
How migrant stories and contributions have shaped Australian TV since the 1950s
The introduction of television in Australia in 1956 coincided with mass post-war immigration, initially from Britain and Europe, and later from Asia, the Americas and Africa. Both played a significant role in forming modern society.
The science behind a freediver’s 29-minute breath hold world record
How do freedivers delay a basic human survival response and how was Vitomir Maričić able to hold his breath 60 times longer than most people?
New guide tackles age discrimination to build stronger communities
Practical, evidence-based resource offers tools to break down barriers, boost connections between generations