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We know _why_ bacteria become resistant to antibiotics, but _how_ does this actually happen?

  • Written by: Laura Christine McCaughey, Research Fellow in Microbiology, University of Technology Sydney
imageBacteria have been developing resistance to antibiotics for over a billion years.from shutterstock.com

Antibiotic resistance has the potential to affect everyone. Most people would have heard about antibiotic resistance and studies show many are aware the cause of the current crisis is due to their overuse. But few know how and where the resistance...

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The public should be concerned when academics must battle bureaucrats for academic freedom

  • Written by: Gigi Foster, Associate Professor, School of Economics, UNSW Australia
imageA FairWork decision has found in favour of a researcher disciplined over controversial racism research. Flickr/palg1305

The three-year dispute between the University of Queensland and academic Paul Frijters has finally been resolved, with the Fair Work Commission finding in Frijters' favour.

But this is a case that should ring alarm bells not just...

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Removing social media hate speech within 24 hours sounds like a good idea, but...

  • Written by: Fiona R Martin, Senior Lecturer in Convergent and Online Media, University of Sydney

In a bid to fight escalating anti-migrant propaganda, the European Commission this month released a blueprint for regulating online hate, which requires social media companies to take down racist material within 24 hours.

This joint code of conduct sounds like a positive political compromise. But it’s unclear how it will work in practice and...

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  2. Cathedrals of light, cathedrals of ice, cathedrals of glass, cathedrals of bones
  3. It takes a village: law reform can't be the only response to online child abuse material
  4. VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the Nick Xenophon Team
  5. City sparrows came to Australia via India
  6. Is small business really the engine room of Australia's economy?
  7. What are the implications of privatising land title offices?
  8. Speaking with: Deb Warr on poverty porn
  9. New technology offers hope for storing carbon dioxide underground
  10. Does tourism really suffer at sites listed as World Heritage In Danger?
  11. Coal and industrial relations: how miners secured workers' rights
  12. How Australians Die: cause #5 – diabetes
  13. Why Australia won't recognise Indigenous customary law
  14. From little things: the role of the Aboriginal customary law report in Mabo
  15. Law reports push piecemeal changes to native title, but still fall short
  16. The ACTU is a key Labor supporter but how much power does it actually have?
  17. Why the voice of Big Business is facing its biggest test
  18. Vital Signs: central bankers longing for growth that may not come
  19. Friday essay: punk's legacy, 40 years on
  20. Driverless cars need to hit the road come rain, wind or shine
  21. Governments must stop negatively framing policies aimed at Indigenous Australians
  22. Confusion about Senate rules could produce winners with small votes: Australia Institute
  23. Labor to release savings package
  24. Election podcast: Nick Xenophon on his play for Senate power
  25. Grattan on Friday: In Conversation with Nick Xenophon
  26. Vote 1 'Other': what's driving more voters to back a minor party this election
  27. The ghost of the 'greedy geezers' hovers over our super debate
  28. Seven's Olympic coverage could change the way we watch sport on our screens
  29. Can The Avalanches flourish in a pop music world remade in their own image?
  30. The Hobbit took our breath away: now it's the new normal
  31. Why we need to pay more attention to negative clinical trials
  32. Election FactCheck: has $100 billion been added to Australia's national debt under the current government?
  33. Naming the 'invisible perpetrator': a big step forward for media coverage of violence against women
  34. Flat-earth economists lead the hysteria over budget deficits
  35. Computing told us how close we came to a global pandemic of a drug-resistant flu
  36. Michelle Grattan in conversation: Australian voters disengaged and disillusioned
  37. Speed networking: how to win Euro 2016
  38. Corporate venture capital can pay, but only if you get the structure right
  39. Six reasons why food is a really big deal
  40. Lobbying 101: how interest groups influence politicians and the public to get what they want
  41. Patient advocate or doctors' union? How the AMA flexes its political muscle
  42. How Australians Die: cause #4 – chronic lower respiratory diseases
  43. 'Character' and 'behaviour' off the field should not be selection criteria for the Olympics
  44. Coal was king of the Industrial Revolution, but not always the path to a modern economy
  45. It's time we broke up the retail arms of Australia's Big Four banks
  46. Shedding the 'victim narrative' for tales of magic, myth and superhero pride
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SEO can feel vague when you are staring at a dashboard full of numbers that do not clearly connect to revenue. The key is to measure the right signals in the right order, then tie them back to outcome...

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How Commercial Roller Shutters Improve Site Security Without Slowing Operations

Security upgrades can be frustrating when they make everyday work harder. A door that takes too long to open, creates bottlenecks at shift change, or fails at the worst time can turn “better protectio...

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Why a Document Destruction Service Still Matters for Modern Businesses

Businesses generate large volumes of information every day, from staff records and contracts to invoices, reports and customer files. While attention often focuses on how documents are stored, the way...

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Bicycle Rack Safety and Space-Smart Storage

Bike storage problems usually show up as small annoyances first: tangled handlebars, scratched frames, and bikes that topple when you pull one out. Over time, those issues become safety risks, especia...

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How to Tell if a Childcare Centre Is a Good Fit for Your Child

Choosing childcare can feel like you’re making a huge decision with limited information. Tours are short, centres are often on their best behaviour, and your child might act differently in a new space...

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Car Import Timeline: What Usually Happens at Each Stage

Importing a car into Australia can feel confusing because multiple agencies and checkpoints are involved, and the timeline is shaped as much by paperwork quality as it is by shipping speed. The most u...

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Portable Toilet Hygiene Standards Explained: Clean vs Sanitised vs Disinfected

In portable toilet servicing, the words clean, sanitised, and disinfected often get used as if they mean the same thing. They don’t. And that difference matters because a unit can look tidy and still ...

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Options Available When a Company Faces Financial Distress

Financial distress can develop gradually or arrive suddenly, and when it does, the decisions made in the early stages often determine what options remain available later. Directors who act promptly ...

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What Actually Makes a Good Criminal Lawyer in Melbourne

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Why Working With A Chatswood Tutor Can Improve Academic Performance

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Is It Worth Getting Solar Panels in Melbourne?

The real question is not whether solar works in Melbourne. It works. The question is what it is co...

How A Diploma Of Project Management Builds Practical Skills For Modern Work Environments

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What to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before You Book

Booking a wedding photographer can feel deceptively simple: you like the photos, you like the vibe...

Why Stress Relief For Dogs Is Essential For Emotional Balance And Long-Term Wellbeing

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Australia’s Best Walking Trails and the Shoes You Need to Tackle Them

Australia is not short on spectacular walks. You can follow ocean cliffs in Victoria, cross ancien...

Why Pre-Purchase Building Inspections Are Essential Before Buying a Home in Australia

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