We learn things through experience and by association. When people whom we respect repeat nonsense over and over then we will tend to come to believe this information – even if it makes no sense, and especially if we have no first-hand experience … [Read more...] about Hierarchies of Nonsense, the Reef and Sugarcane
In Awe of Mud & the Waders
It is a magical time, just before the Sun comes up each day – especially outside with a view to the horizon. Two days ago, on Wednesday morning, I was at the Cairns foreshore just on sunrise. This mudflat is home to a great diversity of migratory … [Read more...] about In Awe of Mud & the Waders
Opportunities for Better Rainfall Forecasts, & AI
Several people have emailed me an article from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, with claims that some startups can provided more accurate rainfall forecasts than the Bureau – using artificial intelligence (AI). The Bureau’s counter claim, … [Read more...] about Opportunities for Better Rainfall Forecasts, & AI
More Agriculture, Supersized Fish, Best Dive Site – The Yongala
Misinformation abounds when it comes to the environment – and what makes it tick, especially at the Great Barrier Reef. There is this mantra, this insisting from some that there is no impact from agriculture – while there is this mantra, this … [Read more...] about More Agriculture, Supersized Fish, Best Dive Site – The Yongala
Coral does not have the same meaning as corral
To ‘corral’ is to enclose, envelop, fence, pen, coop, cage. It is the opposite of freedom. We don’t escape this by claiming a love of freedom. Can we escape this by being resilient? I am a bit tired of the freedom mantra. It has given a … [Read more...] about Coral does not have the same meaning as corral
Too Cold to Swim, & Who Cares
It is the beginning of my third week in Seattle, and I still haven’t swum in Green Lake. There is a sign that says, ‘Early Season at Madrona and East Green Lake begins Memorial Day weekend’. So, I was hoping it would be warm enough to go swimming … [Read more...] about Too Cold to Swim, & Who Cares
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
