Robyn Williams

Science Show host Robyn Williams pays tribute to his close friend and former colleague John Clarke, who appeared on the program many times, often to perpetuate outrageous hoaxes.

Altering the gene which codes for production of a key enzyme could reduce the toad’s effect on wildlife.

Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg from the University of Queensland, a world-renowned marine scientist and contributor to IPCC assessments, talks about the likely loss of the Great Barrier Reef. How does a determined, optimistic researcher keep going amid the upsets?  WARNING: This episode contains language that may cause offence to some listeners.

The Science Show with Robyn Williams gives Australians unique insights into the latest scientific research and debate, from the physics of cricket to prime ministerial biorhythms.

People know their sports stars, and their rock stars. Why don’t they know the stars of science who have helped shape our world? The Science Show’s Top 100 Australian Scientists hopes to generate discussion and raise the profile of Australia’s world class scientists.

Join Robyn Williams and meet scientists at one of the world’s centres for the study of climate and weather.

Some migratory birds are so laden with plastic they can no longer fly. It is not only large pieces in birds’ stomachs, but fine particles impacting their cells.

Richard Fidler speaks to author Alison Bashford who has written about a hundred years of modern science and culture, told through a one family history.

As temperatures rise new wheat strains are needed which are resistant to heat.

Hollywood promoted her as the most beautiful woman in the world. But Hedy Lamarr was more than good looks. She invented and patented a new form of communication which is used widely today and even allows mobile phones to work.