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‘It’s during moments of political crises that these questions of motivation and obligation are put under the microscope.’

Interview by Derrick Krusche

People

‘If we’re going to be giving older people procedures to improve their quality of life, we need to make sure that we’re actually improving their quality of life.’

Interview by Lauren Gill

People

‘Belonging’ generally continues to be thought of in terms of national sovereignty and borders . . . But these old notions of ‘belonging’ are changing.’

Interview by Keryn Reynolds

People

‘Depression is treated a lot in general practice and the best way to identify and manage it is an ongoing issue.’

People

‘What is important as a composer is integrity. The key is to try and find your own voice.’

Interview by Eisha Gupta

People

Afghanistan: the surgeon’s story

Words by Chris Shearer

People

‘Society-wide, we need to have a better understanding of dementia and the benefits of an early diagnosis’

Interview by Daryl Holland

People

‘Most patients say, “I would like to see my relatives’ faces and be able to read”.’

Interview by Michael Roddan

People

‘We saw people who were drinking one glass a day and others regularly consuming 10 drinks daily.’

Interview by Bec Zajac

People

‘The core of my research was looking at genetic variation in platypus populations. It involved quite a lot of fieldwork.’

Interview by Chris Shearer

People

‘People think all I do is play video games!’

Interview by Sally Stewart

People

‘For nearly two years I measured boxers’ reaction times in gyms and after fights…’

People

‘It’s troubling that there is so much matter in the universe that we don’t understand.’

Interview by Hugh McMaster

People

‘Living while dying is not simple. There is a profound disconnect between mind and body.’

Interview by Ania Dutka

People

‘My project was to make aluminium as strong as steel while keeping it flexible and light.’

Interview by Ryan Jones

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About The Citizen

THE CITIZEN is a publication of the Centre for Advancing Journalism. It has several aims. Foremost, it is a teaching tool that showcases the work of the students in the University of Melbourne’s Master of Journalism and Master of International Journalism programs, giving them real-world experience in working for publication and to deadline. Find out more →

  • Editor: Jo Chandler
  • Reporter: Jack Banister
  • Audio & Video editor: Louisa Lim
  • Data editor: Craig Butt
  • Editor-In-Chief: Andrew Dodd
  • Business editor: Lucy Smy
Winner — BEST PUBLICATION 2016 Ossie Awards

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