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Student discussion: Scientific proof

People sometimes make statements like “Science has proven that creationism is wrong” or “Homeopathy has been scientifically proven not to work”. Are such claims valid? Can science ever “prove” something to be true or false? Are there any limits to … Continue reading →

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Should euthanasia (or physician-assisted suicide) be legalised?

The law has come a long way in recognising the needs of critically ill patients who have no chance of recovery or improvement, to not have their lives needlessly prolonged. Patients telling their stories will show how far the law … Continue reading →

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Canberra Skeptics Lecture: Pseudo-science in the Climate Change Debate

Speaker: Nick Ware

Date: Saturday, 6 July 2013

Time: 1:30 – 3:00pm

Location: CSIRO Discovery Centre, North Science Road, Acton ACT

Free Admission

Anthropogenic climate change has been debated in scientific circles for at least 150 years but it was not until 1979, with the publication of the Charney report, that it became politicised.

Today, the findings

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Born again sociobiology

In this talk, Dr John Wilkins will discuss the controversial fields of evolutionary psychology and sociobiology, and how these can be conducted in a scientifically rigorous manner so as to avoid cultural biases and other potential problems. John Wilkins is … Continue reading →

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Panel: Sex, society, and religion

The sexual norms in a society are influenced by social and environmental conditions — and religious beliefs. These norms constantly shift over time. Religion often acts as a moral regulator of sexuality. Is this role obsolete in a 21st century … Continue reading →

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