THE scientific sceptic* is defined by rational inquiry and is prepared to consider the possibility, probability or certainty of different propositions. Furthermore, the scientific sceptic investigates with a disposition to be persuaded. The … [Read more...] about Defining the Scientific Sceptics (Part 7)
Australia’s First Asian Elephant Calf
Not Real Climate
“REALCLIMATE is a commentary site (blog) on climatology by a group of climate scientists for the interested public and journalists. It aims to provide a quick response to developing stories and provide the context sometimes missing in mainstream … [Read more...] about Not Real Climate
Jennifer Marohasy Leaves the IPA
My second three-year contract with the Melbourne-based Institute of Public Affairs (IPA) ended with the financial year and is not being renewed. I learnt a lot during the six years - especially early on with Andrew McIntyre teaching me how to … [Read more...] about Jennifer Marohasy Leaves the IPA
A Climate Change Paradox
AUSTRALIA'S Minister for Climate Change, Penny Wong, recently suggested that most of the global warming since 1960, about 85 percent, has happened in the oceans and that change in ocean heat content is thus the most appropriate measure of global … [Read more...] about A Climate Change Paradox
US Carbon Trade Legislation
"The largest corporate welfare program ever enacted in the history of the United States" according to Ronald Bailey, Reason magazine, commenting on the Waxman-Markey Bill. … [Read more...] about US Carbon Trade Legislation
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
