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'Deterrent' devices can help prevent fatal shark attacks, but some may be nothing but snake oil
As summer descends, sharks may be at the forefront of the minds of many beach goers and reef adventurers. Globally, the number of shark bites is on the rise, with a threefold increase since 1982. White sharks, bull sharks and tiger sharks are most commonly responsible. In Australia this year, there have been 20 unprovoked shark bites (when humans don’t initiate contact) — a similar number to recent years. However, we’ve had eight fatalities, the highest on record since 1929. The latest fatality was at Cable Beach in Western Australia, a location not recognised as a shark bite hotspot.
Read more about 'Deterrent' devices can help prevent fatal shark attacks, but some may be nothing but snake oilFace masks cut disease spread in the lab, but have less impact in the community - we need to know why
In controlled laboratory situations, face masks appear to do a good job of reducing the spread of coronavirus (at least in hamsters) and other respiratory viruses. However, evidence shows mask-wearing policies seem to have had much less impact on the community spread of COVID-19.
Read more about Face masks cut disease spread in the lab, but have less impact in the community - we need to know whyDr Wright dives into new career
Two-time Olympic champion Melanie Wright is officially a doctor after graduating from Bond University. Dr Wright said she had dreamed of the moment long before she embarked on a glittering swimming career that yielded five Olympic medals.
Read more about Dr Wright dives into new careerIndigenous Program Appreciation Lunch celebrates student success
Supporters of Bond University’s Indigenous education program have gathered to mark the successful graduation of 30 students, all of who have gone on to employment or further study.
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Bond bloodied but unbowed
Netball round 10 and 11 match wrap: repeat rigours of intense competition home to roost for brave Bond.
Read more about Bond bloodied but unbowedBull Sharks bottle Grange in percentage-boosting win
AFL round 10 wrap: Gimme 10. The Bull Sharks secure second spot on the ladder with huge 10-goal win over the Gorillas.
Read more about Bull Sharks bottle Grange in percentage-boosting winBull Sharks thump Brothers to reclaim top spot
Rugby round 12 wrap: Try time at The Canal as Bull Sharks run riot.
Read more about Bull Sharks thump Brothers to reclaim top spotFood for thought for proud Cano-Hall
Master’s graduate mulls a PhD after study success.
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