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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 17/06/2026

The Australia-Vietnam Science, Technology and Innovation Cooperation Initiative (AVSTICI) is now OPEN. 💰 Grants from $100k–$300k 🌱 Focus: Renewable Energy, Blue Economy, & Waste Management 🤝 Collaboration: AU leads + VN partners

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 09/06/2026

Despite a long history of world-leading discoveries, Australia's science system is going backwards – at the very moment the rest of the world is moving forward, fast. That's why we've launched BACK AUSTRALIA'S ABILITY, a call to every Australian to do exactly that.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 29/05/2026

Science infrastructure is national infrastructure. And for international partners building major instruments with Australian scientists, long-term certainty matters. These projects are not built in budget cycles. Some are built over decades.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 29/05/2026

$323.8 million for priority research infrastructure is welcome by the Academy.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 23/05/2026

Ever wondered what’s inside the Shine Dome, the building that looks like a spaceship? It’s not aliens. The Academy’s 21st President, Laureate Professor Sam Berkovic AC, takes you on a mini tour of the Australian Academy of Science and shares his vision for the future of Australian science.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 21/05/2026

48 months. 1,460 days. 2,102,400 minutes Thank you, Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC, for leading the Australian Academy of Science with optimism and conviction.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 21/05/2026

Congratulations to our newly elected Fellows and Corresponding Members for 2026. “Celebrating our new Fellows is a reminder of the vital role science plays in addressing the challenges we face as a society,” says Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC Academy President. science.org.au/news-events/...

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 19/02/2026

Congratulations to the three researchers who have received Travelling Fellowships, to advance conservation and climate science through international collaboration: science.org.au/news-events/news-vie…

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 18/02/2026

Nearly $140,000 in funding has been awarded to 12 Australian researchers who will undertake research placements with leading Indian institutes, thanks the Australia–India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF) funded by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources. science.org.au/news-events/...

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 18/02/2026

Our 2027 awards are now open for nominations! Each year, we recognise researchers who have made remarkable achievements across diverse fields. Nominations close 1 May 2026. science.org.au/news-events/...

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 02/02/2026

Will the coming Federal Budget mark a turning point in Australia’s long-running decline in R&D investment? Read our recommendations for the Federal Government in our submission published today: www.science.org.au/news-and-eve...

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 27/01/2026

Congratulations to the nine early- and mid-career researchers have been awarded the 2026 Thomas Davies Research Grant for Marine, Soil and Plant Biology to tackle some of Australia's biggest environmental challenges. Find out more: bit.ly/45tDvev

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 25/01/2026

Congratulations to Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science honored today by the Governor-General: 3 Companions (AC), 1 Officer (AO), and 1 Member (AM). A celebration of Australian scientific excellence! 🧵

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 21/01/2026

📣 We're hiring: Governance Administrator Support our Council and committees to deliver governance excellence at Australia's premier science academy. 📍 Canberra ACT (Acton) 💼 Competitive salary + super ⏰ Full-time, ongoing

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 19/01/2026

Can you grab someone’s attention in 3 to 4 seconds without resorting to cat gifs? On any given day, our social media adviser might translate new climate research, summarise a policy submission, post targeted ads and create graphics for an event. Interested? Apply now: bit.ly/4sDPcJo

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 15/01/2026

Australia's research future depends on world-class infrastructure. We have submitted key recommendations for the 2026 National Research Infrastructure Roadmap. Read our vision for strengthening Australia's research capabilities: bit.ly/4qnoJyp

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 10/01/2026

📣 We're hiring: Science Adviser Do you have policy experience and the skill to translate complex science into actionable advice? Work with leading scientists to deliver evidence-based advice on national and global issues. 📍 Canberra ACT (Hybrid) ⏰ Apply by 27 Jan 2026 bit.ly/45B5oBf

Advertisement by the Australian Academy of Science showing 'NOW HIRING' for a Science Adviser position, with a backdrop of a sunset over a bridge leading to Parliament House, Canberra. Visit science.org.au/careers for details.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 09/01/2026

📚 Former Australian of the Year and renowned epidemiologist Professor Fiona Stanley AC FAA joins Barbara Miller on ABC Radio’s RN Breakfast to share what she's reading this summer – from Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Tim Winton. Listen: ab.co/4jwyuYr

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 19/12/2025

Wishing you a safe and happy summer – from all of us at the Australian Academy of Science. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 19/12/2025

More recommendations from our summer reading and listening list … @svcaemmerer.bsky.social

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 17/12/2025

The Academy welcomes today's MYEFO announcement of $233m for CSIRO and $40.8m for ANSTO – a necessary first step towards rebuilding our national science capacity. However, more than a decade of R&D decline demands comprehensive reform. Media release: bit.ly/4qhz2DK

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 14/12/2025

Geoscientist Dr Phil McFadden AO FAA recommends "The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism" by Martin Wolf – a powerful analysis of why the marriage between democracy and capitalism is unraveling worldwide, and what we can do about it.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 12/12/2025

Save the date for 'Science at the Shine Dome 2026': 15-17 September Don’t miss one of the only conference in Australia where you can hear about the breadth and depth of Australian science from the very best scientists in our country, all under one roof. Registrations will open in mid-2026.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 11/12/2025

When structural biology researcher Prof Jennifer Martin FAA isn't discovering how biological machines operate, she's discovering how other scientists operate with the podcast The Life Scientific. This BBC series explores what motivates researchers in 30-minute episodes. @scidocmartin.bsky.social

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 10/12/2025

Vale Professor David Stuart Letham FAA (1926-2025) Stuart was a pioneering plant scientist who discovered cytokinins, transforming our understanding of plant biology. A Fellow since 1983, Stuart spent most of his career at the ANU's Research School of Biological Sciences.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 05/12/2025

We are hiring a Senior Education Officer – Mathematics, a role focused on developing quality teaching resources for Year 7-10 maths teachers. 📍 Canberra (remote considered) 📅 Fixed term until Dec 2026 Learn more: bit.ly/4oxsf7l

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 04/12/2025

As he approaches the end of his four-year term as President of the Australian Academy of Science, Prof Chennupati Jagadish AC spoke to the ABC’s Robyn Williams AO FAA to reflect on his journey from a village in India to his current role & challenges facing science in Australia. ab.co/4iHTGdE

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 03/12/2025

AI is rewriting the rules of scientific discovery – but can we trust what it finds? Next week, our expert panel will examine AI's explosive impact on research, from protein prediction to data analysis. Join our next event: 📆 9 Dec ⏰ 5.30-7.30pm 🏛️ Shine Dome + online (FREE) 🔗 bit.ly/AIsciresearch

Promotional image for an event titled "AI in Science and Research" by the Australian Academy of Science, featuring headshots of four speakers: Associate Professor Michelle Riedlinger, Dr. Stefan Harrer, Dr. Ehsan Nabavi, and Professor Karin Verspoor. The background is blue with digital motifs and text highlighting the event's focus on the promise, perils, and path forward of AI in science.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 02/12/2025

National AI plan highlights the critical role of Australian science. Read more: www.science.org.au/news-and-events/…

Text on a dark blue background announcing the release of the Australian Government's national AI plan highlighting the benefits of AI through Australian science.

Announcement text about the launch of an 'AI Accelerator' funding round by the Cooperative Research Centres program to support researchers in translating their ideas into real-world products.

Text image featuring a statement about the critical role and shortfall of advanced computing power and data centers in AI research and translation, displayed on a blue cloud-shaped background.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 01/12/2025

Academy President Prof Chennupati Jagadish AC appeared on ABC's 7.30 to discuss CSIRO’s decision to cut 350 jobs after already losing 800 roles in the past 18 months. He highlighted that national R&D spending lags OECD averages, calling for stronger commitment to innovation. ab.co/4pJMxMc

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 28/11/2025

For many years, the Academy has provided evidence to demonstrate the catastrophic damage caused by feral horses to our fragile ecosystems and has been calling for the Act to be repealed. The repeal of the NSW Wild Horse Heritage Act is a huge win for evidence-informed decision making.

Wild horses grazing in Kosciuszko National Park, with an ABC News article headline stating that the 'Brumby Bill' recognising heritage value of wild horses is to be scrapped in NSW.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 27/11/2025

The Australian Academy of Science welcomes the Government's annual climate statement while emphasising the need for significantly faster action on emissions reduction: www.science.org.au/news-and-eve...

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 25/11/2025

Today's launch of Australia's AI Safety Institute comes at a critical time. The institute will drive AI safety research, testing, and best practice guidance—issues we'll explore at our next AI in Science event. Join our next event: 📆 9 Dec ⏰ 5.30-7.30pm 🏛️ Shine Dome + online 🔗 bit.ly/AIsciresearch

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 24/11/2025

The Australian Academy of Science is proud to note that many recommendations from our submission to the PFAS Inquiry have been acknowledged in the recently released PFAS Senate Inquiry Report, chaired by Senator Lidia Thorpe.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 21/11/2025

We are looking forward to the insights that will emerge from this important event – and to Australia hosting the third summit in November 2026. Learn more: bit.ly/4o4Kcdq

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 21/11/2025

Australia's environmental law reform Bills must be strengthened to protect our biodiversity. Academy President Prof Jagadish AC calls on Minister for the Environment and Water, Senator the Hon Murray Watt to embed scientific advice into decision-making and limit exemptions that risk our environment.

Image featuring Professor Chennupati Jagadish with a quote about the potential impact of environmental reforms on the Parliament of Australia.

Text on image reads: "The Bills must be strengthened to ensure decision-making is informed by robust scientific evidence and can deliver the environmental improvements this requires to achieve."

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 20/11/2025

Leader of the Australian delegation Prof Tom Calma AO will present a keynote presentation during the summit. "We are building and strengthening Indigenous participation and inclusion of Indigenous knowledge year on year and learning from each other," Prof Calma said. 📸 Prof Calma at the last event.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 20/11/2025

The Australian Academy of Science is excited to lead a delegation to Aotearoa New Zealand for Taikura, the second Tri-Academy Partnership Summit on Indigenous Engagement next week. 🎥 Watch Prof Tom Calma AO speaking at the inaugural event held last year in Canada.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 19/11/2025

We also congratulate Professor Anita Ho-Baillie (@anitaho-baillie.bsky.social) of the University of Sydney, who received the NSW Premier's Prize for Excellence in Mathematics, Earth Sciences, Chemistry or Physics. She was the recipient of the Academy's Nancy Millis Medal for Women in Science in 2024

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 19/11/2025

The NSW Premier's Prizes for Science and Engineering also recognised Professor Brajesh Singh FAA (@prof-braj-singh.bsky.social) – elected a Fellow of the Academy in 2023 – a world-leading soil microbial ecologist from Western Sydney University. He was awarded for Excellence in Biological Sciences.

Portrait of Prof Brajesh Singh from the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment, Western Sydney University, recipient of the NSW Premier's Prize for Excellence in Biological Sciences.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 19/11/2025

Academy President Professor Chennupati Jagadish, AC told ABC NewsRadio this morning that the #CSIRO job cuts highlight the need to treat research and science as an investment, not a cost. Read the transcript: bit.ly/4o5PUfc

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 17/11/2025

What further evidence do governments need? Indoor air quality isn't just a comfort issue – it’s an invisible barrier to access for millions of Australians with chronic health conditions that defines whether they can safely participate in education, employment, healthcare and community life.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 14/11/2025

Hundreds of millions in Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) funds are sitting idle while labs close and researchers leave. The money is there – release the full MRFF. www.aamri.org.au/mrff #releasethefullmrff

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 14/11/2025

Hundreds of millions in MRFF funds are sitting idle while labs close and researchers leave. The money is there – release the full MRFF. www.aamri.org.au/mrff #releasethefullmrff

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 11/11/2025

Australia is home to extraordinary biodiversity but faces mounting pressures. The Australian Academy of Science has made a crucial submission to government on implementing Australia's Strategy for Nature 2024–2030. Read the submission: bit.ly/3Lu5jIB

View from a wooden observation deck overlooking the expansive Australian mountains under a clear blue sky.

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 10/11/2025

The handwritten note was almost identical to a 1916 newspaper article about Australian fire beetles. However, deciphering it proved challenging due to the presence of shorthand abbreviations. Could you read the handwriting and decipher the shorthand abbreviations? Let us know in the comments ...

A handwritten note of some age. The title reads 'A Fine Beetle'

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 10/11/2025

Humans are not the only ones drawn to fire and flames. So too is the Australian fire beetle which loves exploring in the immediate aftermath of a bushfire. Our archivist recently discovered notes about the insect, possibly dating back to 109 years, in one of our books in the Basser Library.

A detailed sketch of a black beetle, the Merinna Atrata - a buprestid beetle that has the curious habit of flying into fire

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 10/11/2025

Some photos for the Dome's light up event! #MTIV25

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 07/11/2025

📸 Dr Auriane Drack, Mabel Day and Khoi Nguyen represented Australia in Berlin. Credit: Falling Walls Foundation

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Australian Academy of Science @science.org.au · 06/11/2025

Today, the Academy’s CEO Anna-Maria Arabia, independent MP Dr Monique Ryan, medical research bodies, and experts at Parliament House called for removing the arbitrary funding cap on the Medical Research Future Fund to support medical research and innovation as intended. #releasethefullmrff

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