Science
Broad subject area
Report
Gene editing: legal and regulatory implications
This report by the Royal Society Gene Editing Panel examines New Zealand's current legal and regulatory environment for genetic technology in Aotearoa.
Report
Artificial intelligence prediction and counterterrorism
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in counterterrorism is not inherently wrong. This paper suggests some necessary conditions for legitimate use of AI as part of a predictive approach to counterterrorism on the part of liberal democratic states.
Guide
Data science: a guide for society
According to the headlines, we’re in the middle of a “data revolution” — allowing us to make predictions on anything from the football results to who is likely to commit a crime. This guide explains the language to help talk about data science and highlights key questions to ask people using data science as evidence...
Report
Welcome to Queensland: renewable one day, and the next, and next …
This report argues that as the world increasingly shifts away from fossil fuels to a renewable energy future, Queensland can position itself as a leader in the transition to a modern, clean renewable powered economy.
Report
Electric vehicle uptake: modelling a global phenomenon
Electric-powered vehicles began to come onto the scene around the world at the beginning of the 2010s. This report describes and models the uptake of electric vehicles in 22 countries around the world.