Marine scientist and entrepreneur Professor Tony Haymet has been appointed Australia’s next chief scientist, beginning his tenure on Tuesday with an openness to nuclear power and a message to move quickly on artificial intelligence. Professor Haymet’s willingness to explore nuclear power was quickly checked by Science minister Ed Husic, however, who poured cold water on…

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