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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 29/09/2026

From black holes and cosmology to quantum physics, Professor Robert Mann explores some of the Universe’s biggest questions. Hear the international plenary speaker at AIP Congress 2026, 7–11 December, at the University of Sydney. Register by 20 November: aip.org.au/congress/register/

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 28/09/2026

📸 Two days to go! Show us what physics looks like through your lens. Enter the AIP ACT Branch 2026 Photography Competition. Free entry, open Australia-wide, with prizes up to $250. 📅 Closes 30 September. Enter: www.aip.org.au/event-6751326 #Physics #Photography

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 24/09/2026

Could this be a glimpse of dark matter? The LUX-ZEPLIN detector has found an intriguing event. “It’s also kind of scary to think, ‘Oh, this could be it,’” says Dr Theresa Fruth. Prof @nicolefbell.bsky.social says if it is dark matter, more events should follow. www.abc.net.au/news/science...

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'This could be it': Dark matter detector finds hint of unknown particle

A single flash of energy spotted by the world's most sensitive dark matter detector has scientists excited they may have found hints of the elusive substance that permeates the universe.

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 22/09/2026

From Sydney to NASA – and back for AIP Congress 2026. Hear Dr Jessie Christiansen, Chief Scientist at the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute, share her search for worlds beyond our Solar System. 7–11 Dec, Sydney. Register: aip.org.au/congress/reg...

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Daniel Pelliccia @dan-pelliccia.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Thanks @aip.org.au for the nice write-up about my career outside of academia! If you are wondering where a #Physics degree could take you, check their #PhysicsGotMeHere page for many inspiring stories of physicists making a difference 🌏

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ANU Research School of Physics @physicsanu.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr Sophie Jie Zhao, 2027 @aip.org.au Women in Physics Medallist, touring her research on quantum technology enabled by correlated light. Dr Zhao is a CI in Centre for Quantum Computing Performance and Integration physics.anu.edu.au/news_events/... @scienceanu.bsky.social

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ANU Research School of Physics @physicsanu.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

"My favourite thing was I spent lots of time at both ends of the theoretical-applied spectrum, dipping my toes in both abstract quantum field theory & experimental work." James Monro, winner @aip.org.au Laby medal best hons thesis Congrats! physics.anu.edu.au/news_events/... @scienceanu.bsky.social

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 21/09/2026

The Marie Curie Lecture Tour comes home to Tas! Join astrophysicist Dr Karelle Siellez in Hobart on 1 Oct for the final stop of her tour and presentation of her Women in Physics Lecturer award. UTAS media release: www.utas.edu.au/about/news-a... 🎟️ Free + livestreamed: aip.org.au/Women-in-Phy...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 18/09/2026

🌌 Launceston, you’re next! Then onto Hobart! Join astrophysicist Dr Karelle Siellez for the final two stops of her national Marie Curie Lecture tour. 📍 Launceston: 26 Sept 📍 Hobart + online: 1 Oct 🔭 Painting the Universe aip.org.au/Women-in-Phy...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 17/09/2026

Bring new physics ideas into your classroom at Australian Physics Teachers’ Day. Join us at the University of Sydney on 11 December for talks, hands-on workshops, lab tours and networking. Open to physics specialists and out-of-field teachers. aip.org.au/congress/tea...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 15/09/2026

🎓 Heading to #AIPCongress2026 in Sydney? AIP Student Travel Awards are available for eligible student members presenting at Congress, 7–11 Dec. 📅 Applications close 31 Oct 2026. Apply: aip.org.au/News/13685066

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 10/09/2026

🌏 Calling Australia’s theoretical physics community! APCTP is seeking proposals for its 2027 program, including conferences, workshops, schools and research programs. 📅 Closes 30 Sept, 6pm KST. Find out more and apply: aip.org.au/event-6801383

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 08/09/2026

One final journey through the Universe, and a homecoming! Dr Karelle Siellez returns to Tasmania for the finale of Painting the Universe, exploring gravitational waves, kilonovae, art & music. 📅 1 Oct | UTAS 📍 Attend in person or online aip.org.au/event-6754144

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 03/09/2026

Where could physics take you? Join the AIP & IPAS-QT Physics Careers Night in Adelaide to meet physicists and employers, explore career pathways and discover where studying physics can lead. 📅 8 Sept, 6–8.30pm 📍 Adelaide University Register: events.humanitix.com/aip-and-ipas...

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AIP & IPAS-QT Physics Careers Night 2026

AIP/IPAS Physics Careers Night

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 01/09/2026

🏅 Celebrating excellence in Australian physics! Congratulations to the 2026 AIP Award recipients, recognised for achievements spanning quantum computing, gravitational waves, dark matter, leadership, education and science communication. Meet the recipients: aip.org.au/News/13677673

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 27/08/2026

🌏 What a National #ScienceWeek for physics! Sell-out Marie Curie Lectures reaching 1,600+, the Einstein Lecture asking ‘Does God play dice?’ and 140+ packing Physics in the Pub. Thanks to everyone who joined us across Australia! More AIP events: aip.org.au/EVENTS-BOARD

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 25/08/2026

📣 Albury-Wodonga maths/STEM teachers & careers advisers: join AMSI's FREE Industry Day for Teachers. 🗓 10 Sept | La Trobe University 💰 $500 CRT/travel bursaries available 🎓 Explore maths study & STEM career pathways for your students. Register: amsi.org.au/amsi-industry-day-for-teachers/

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 20/08/2026

🌌 The cosmos has a soundtrack! Dr Karelle Siellez brings Painting the Universe to Newcastle, Adelaide & Brisbane, turning gravitational waves and cosmic explosions into art and music. 💻 Livestreams available nationwide. #ScienceWeek 🎟️ aip.org.au/Women-in-Phy...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 18/08/2026

🍎 Every year, millions of tonnes of edible fruit are wasted. @dan-pelliccia.bsky.social is using physics to help change that. His #PhysicsGotMeHere story explores how optical physics, spectroscopy and AI are helping growers reduce food waste. Read more: aip.org.au/PGMH_Daniel_...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 13/08/2026

📸 Can you capture physics in a single frame? The AIP Beauty of Physics Photo Competition is open Australia-wide to photographers, scientists and students. 🏆 Prizes for Grand, University & School winners 📅 Closes 30 Sept Enter: aip.org.au/event-6751326

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 11/08/2026

📕 From shining stars to migrating birds and quantum computers, Dr Danielle Holmes explores the quantum world shaping our Universe and future technologies in her new book, Wonders of the Quantum World. ⚛️ Out now: www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/Wonder...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 10/08/2026

Nearly 800 abstracts and a record number of Focus Sessions! AIP Congress 2026 is shaping up to be a huge five days of physics. ⏰ Early Bird registration closes 28 August. Join us this December at the University of Sydney. Register: aip.org.au/congress

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 06/08/2026

🎨🎵 What does the Universe sound like? Join astrophysicist Dr Karelle Siellez for Painting the Universe - a captivating blend of gravitational waves, astronomy, art and music. Public lectures across Australia this National Science Week. Register: aip.org.au/Women-in-Phy... #ScienceWeek

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 04/08/2026

Congratulations to Prof Chennupati Jagadish AC on receiving an AIP Honorary Fellowship, our highest honour. Recognised for his pioneering research, global leadership and outstanding service to physics. www.aip.org.au/News/13660952 @physicsanu.bsky.social @science.org.au

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 31/07/2026

🎲 Does God play dice? Join renowned cosmologist Dr Luke Barnes for the 2026 Einstein Lecture exploring randomness, cosmology and the nature of reality. 📍Sydney 4 Aug www.mq.edu.au/faculty-of-s... 📍Hunter 5 Aug www.lakemac.com.au/Events-direc.... Free, bookings are essential. #Physics #ScienceWeek

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 28/07/2026

🌌 More than 700 people attended the Victorian leg of the Marie Curie Lecture Series with Dr Karelle Siellez! The tour continues during National Science Week with events across Australia and livestreams from selected locations. 🎟️ Register: aip.org.au/Women-in-Phy... #ScienceWeek

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 23/07/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Astronomical Society of Australia Award winners, recognised for work spanning ghost galaxies, cosmic pulses, AI and JWST software. www.scienceinpublic.com.au/asa2026/ Plus, 3 physics & teaching awards are open for nominations. aip.org.au/.../z_2026_7...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 21/07/2026

Help shape the future of physics in Australia. Nominations are open for the AIP National Executive (2027–2028). Eligible voting members are encouraged to nominate. 📅 Closes 21 Aug 2026 🔗 aip.org.au/News/13648184

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 17/07/2026

🌌 Missed out on Melbourne? The Marie Curie Public Lecture is heading around Australia this August with astrophysicist Dr Karelle Siellez. 🎥 Livestream options are available in August, and during National #scienceweek.📍 CBR, Wollongong, SYD, Newcastle, ADL & BNE. 🔗 aip.org.au/Women-in-Phy...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 14/07/2026

From nanophotonics to teacher education, Dr Kristy Osborne's physics journey shows the many careers a physics degree can unlock. "My physics training changed the way I understand the world around me." Read her #PhysicsGotMeHere story: aip.org.au/PGMH-Kristy-...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 09/07/2026

📐 Maths is the foundation of physics. Help inspire the next generation of STEM students at the free AMSI Industry Day for Teachers. For maths, STEM and careers teachers. 📅 23 Jul Sydney | 30 Jul Melbourne | 10 Sep Albury-Wodonga 🔗 amsi.org.au/amsi-industr... #STEM #Physics #Maths #Education

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 07/07/2026

🇦🇺 Congratulations to Australia's 2026 International Physics Olympiad team! Ahead of the Australian Olympiad Teams Announcement, AIP President Dr Stuart Midgley encouraged students to value friendships as much as competition. asi.edu.au/team-austral...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 02/07/2026

🌏 Where will your research take you? Join 1,000+ physicists from around the world at AIP Congress 2026 in Sydney. ⏳ Last chance to submit your abstract — closes 3 July! 📅 7–11 Dec 2026 🔗 indico.global/event/16926/ #AIPCongress2026 #Physics #Research #STEM #Sydney

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 01/07/2026

📢 Congress speaker announcement! Quantum physicist Associate Professor Jeff Thompson (Princeton University) will speak at the AIP Congress 2026. Join Australia's largest physics gathering in Sydney this December. ⏳ Abstracts close 3 July. 🔗 indico.global/event/16926/

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 30/06/2026

📊 New AIP data shows undergraduate physics enrolments in Australia have remained stable, with ~14,000 students studying first-year physics each year. However, women continue to make up just 21–23% of physics majors. Read the report: aip.org.au/News/13648101

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 26/06/2026

🍻 Calling all physicists, students and science communicators! The call for presenters for #PhysicsInThePub is now open. You have 8 minutes to entertain, surprise and inspire a Canberra pub crowd. 📅 14 July, 6.45pm 📍 Smith's Alternative. FREE thanks to the AIP. Apply now! aip.org.au/event-6719928

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 23/06/2026

🏅 Know a physicist whose work has advanced our understanding of the world? Nominate them for the Dirac Medal for the Advancement of Physics, awarded by UNSW and the AIP and sponsored by Diraq. Recognising excellence in physics research and public engagement. 📅 Nominations close 6 July 2026

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Dirac medal | School of Physics - UNSW Sydney

The Dirac Medal for the Advancement of Physics is awarded by the University of New South Wales with the Australian Institute of Physics annually at UNSW.

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 23/06/2026

🌌 The AIP's 2026 Marie Curie Lecture Series kicks off in Perth on 23–24 June with astrophysicist Dr Karelle Siellez (UTAS). Explore gravitational waves, cosmic collisions and the Universe through science and storytelling. aip.org.au/Women-in-Phy...

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ANU Research School of Physics @physicsanu.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

New analysis of cosmic debris from the ocean floor points to a mysterious huge explosion more than 100 million years ago. A great collaboration between ANU, @ansto.bsky.social & HZDR in Germany. physics.anu.edu.au/news_events/... @aip.org.au @scienceanu.bsky.social

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 12/06/2026

Physics teachers help shape Australia’s future, and now there’s a new way to connect with the national physics community. The AIP has launched a free Teacher Associate Membership, giving educators access to professional development, resources, events and networks. aip.org.au/News/1433901

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 10/06/2026

Spend an evening exploring Australia’s nuclear science capability this June 16 with @ansto.bsky.social with exclusive access to the OPAL multi-purpose reactor and insights from leading experts in the field. Register here to attend in Sydney or the livestream: aip.org.au/event-6703559

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OzGrav @ozgrav.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Congrats to Professor David Blair AO on being recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours for his distinguished service to physics, precision measurement science, gravitational-wave research and scientific education. We are incredibly proud of this recognition. www.ozgrav.org/awards/ozgra...

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OzGrav congratulates Professor David Blair AO on King's Birthday Honour - OzGrav

OzGrav is delighted to congratulate Professor David Blair, one of Australia’s pioneering gravitational-wave physicists, on being appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in the 2026 King’s ...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 05/06/2026

Congratulations to our Australian Institute of Physics members elected as Fellows of The Australian Academy of Science in 2026, recognising the outstanding contributions Nicole Bell, Celine Boehm, Kishan Dholakia, Andrew Dzurak and Stefan A Maier have made to Australian science. @science.org.au

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Academy honours Australia's eminent scientists | Australian Academy of Science

The Academy has elected 28 new members for 2026, recognising outstanding contributions from ancient dinosaur discoveries to next-generation electronics.

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 04/06/2026

Physics led Radhika Feron from the University of Newcastle to a career as Senior Data Scientist at Telstra, improving critical systems including emergency call services through AI and machine learning. “Physics got me here by teaching me how to think.” aip.org.au/PGMH_Radhika... #PhysicsGotMeHere

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 28/05/2026

What if a CD and tonic water could reveal the invisible? 🔬 In the latest Physics Magazine, UQ physicist Stephen Hughes shows how simple, low-cost demonstrations can bring optics, diffraction and refraction to life in the classroom. aip.org.au/Members-only...

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 26/05/2026

Know an outstanding early-career physicist? Nominations for the AAPPS-APCTP Chen-Ning Yang Award close 31 May 2026. Each AIP Group can nominate one candidate. The award includes US$1,000 and a certificate. 🔗 aip.org.au/C-N-Yang-Award

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 21/05/2026

📣 Educator and science communicator Noël Hanna has been appointed Honorary Secretary of the Australian Institute of Physics. Based at UNSW College, Noël is passionate about making physics accessible, inspiring students and strengthening STEM education across Australia. 👏 aip.org.au/News/13634173

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 19/05/2026

What does the Universe sound like? Astrophysicist Dr Karelle Siellez is bringing the 2026 Marie Curie Lecture Series to Perth 23–24 June with Painting the Universe: A Visual and Musical Exploration of Space-Time. aip.org.au/Women-in-Phy...

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ANU Research School of Physics @physicsanu.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Congrats Liquid Instruments, ANU spin out, securing $70M, to develop new class of AI-driven software, with Keysight & NRFC. Their software consolidates multiple instruments into a single reconfigurable measurement platform physics.anu.edu.au/news_events/... @scienceanu.bsky.social @aip.org.au

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 12/05/2026

Physics isn’t just a subject; it’s a gateway to careers. From medicine to climate science, its impact is vast. 📍 PD Day: Physics Skills to Careers 🗓 16 June | University of Melbourne Melb + online For teachers & career practitioners 🎟 physics.unimelb.edu.au/engage/schoo...

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Physics in schools

We run fun programs with primary and secondary schools to stimulate children’s curiosity about physics, as well as information days to help teachers stay up to date with the latest discoveries.

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