Mark Pierce

Mark Pierce

Retired geologist and earth scientist, specialising in ore deposits and isotope geochemistry. Before retirement, I led the Australian government's pre-competitive geoscience programs for minerals and energy.
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Mammals On The Ground Before The Dinosaurs Were Gone

Mammals On The Ground Before The Dinosaurs Were Gone

For decades, natural history books have taught that when a
catastrophic asteroid struck Earth 66 million years ago, it wiped out the
dinosaurs and gave mammals – until then mostly small, tree-dwelling creatures –
a chance to flourish on the ground​.
It’s the classic “mammals rise after dinosaurs fall” narrative.

Learning Through Student Feedback And The Role Of Digital Engagement

Learning Through Student Feedback And The Role Of Digital Engagement

In this article I'm going to examine how student feedback plays a pivotal role in enhancing learning design and engagement, particularly in online education environments. I will explore the mechanisms by which timely, constructive feedback not only improves course content and delivery but also empowers students as co-creators in the learning process.

How QbD Can Drive Innovation And Quality In Pharmaceuticals

How QbD Can Drive Innovation And Quality In Pharmaceuticals

Quality by Design (QbD) is  a decade-long approach that was first introduced by quality expert Joseph M. Juran. Juran proposed a “Juran Trilogy”, of which quality and innovation were two of the pillars necessary to ensure breakthroughs in developing new products, services and processes. Quite simply, Juran believed and evidence has shown that companies could plan for quality and innovation.

How Social Media Affects Young People

How Social Media Affects Young People

Last year, the American Psychological Association (APA) issued a health advisory on the use of social media by adolescents. This was based on mounting scientific evidence that social media has both benefits and risks for teens, and that parents and guardians needed better advice on how to balance the two.

How Generative AI Is Transforming Healthcare

How Generative AI Is Transforming Healthcare

The world is aging. After centuries of relentless growth, many advanced economies are getting older, and even in poorer nations, the share of elderly people is rising. Larger and older populations are creating historic pressures on health care systems across the world.