The mapping of the 'standard' human genome has created a vast multitude of new scientific possibilities.

Apart from being an inefficient and polluting food source, livestock is the largest driver of deforestation and biodiversity loss, writes Geoff Russell.

Although the awareness of plug-in electric vehicles is only beginning to dawn in Australia, we need to embrace the technology in order to end our dependency on petroleum-based fuels, believes Richard J Hunwick.

With clear-cut policies established, Generation 2 biofuels could be a solution to Australia's transport fuels shortage, writes Professor Robin J Batterham.

Australia has never had a comprehensive national sexual and reproductive health strategy, writes Jenny Ejlak.

Australia needs to develop its telehealth infrastructure or face rapidly increasing costs, argues Branko Cellar.

The Australian biotech industry needs urgent attention! Don’t feed it when it’s dead, nurture it now and it will prosper, says Dr Anna Lavelle.

Debates around the potential benefits of GM crops for developing countries must be reasoned and evidence-based, believes Albert Weale.

Regional journals are essential for building science capacity in the developing world, says Wieland Gevers.

Instead of starting from scratch we should invest in making existing buildings meet the demands of today’s tenants for energy efficiency and increased amenity, believes Paul Sloman.