2005 National Convention

Gold Coast

The 2005 National Convention was held at Bond University on the Gold Coast over the two days of the weekend 13th and 14th of August.

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Prof Chris Del Mar: Dean of Medicine, Bond University
Clinical Scepticism and Evidence-based Medicine
Dr Hugh Crone: Biochemist &Toxicologist (formerly of the Dept of Defence Science)
Knowledge and Beliefs in the New Age
Dr Colin Keay: Physicist/Astronomer
The Perils of Part Time Power
Prof. Robert Henry: Southern Cross University
The Social Impact of Biotechnology – A Scientist’s View of G M Food
Assoc Prof. Adrian Kelly: Psychologist, University of Qld
Myths, Controversies and the Application of Science to the Treatment of Alcohol Problems
Barry Williams: Editor of the Skeptic
Conspiracy Theories for Every Occasion (if they don’t get at him first)
Prof. James Allan: Lawyer, University of Qld
Some Scepticism About Human Rights

Peter Bowditch: VP Australian Skeptics, proprietor of ratbags.com
Financial Scams and Cult-like Mind Control in Multi-level Marketing
A Panel of Secondary School Students
Critical Thinking is Cool!
Assoc. Prof. Tim Van Gelder: Dept of Philosophy, Melbourne University
How (Not) to Teach Critical Thinking
Geraldine Moses: Pharmacologist
Alternative Medicines: Do They Work?
Loretta Marron – The Jelly Bean Lady: Physicist/Health Information Researcher
The Power of One
Assoc Prof Jeff Brand: School of Communication & Media, Bond University
Psychologists v the Courts: A Skeptical Look at the Effects of Violent Video Games on Aggression in Society
Dr William Grey: Philosopher, University of Qld
Hume on Miracles