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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Enjoy the winning image from the recent photo competition in the Ecology and Evolution Division of the Research School of Biology. Kushini Kalupahana from the Langmore Group captured a beautiful native silvereye blending into the wattles biology.anu.edu.au/2026-ee-phot...

Silvereye songbird amongst wattle flowers

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

ANU has climbed three places to 29th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read more: quicklink.anu.edu.au/4ac4

Social card with a photo of a university building. Text reads: ANU ranks 29th globally, QS World University Rankings 2027

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Catch some amazing presentations at Pint of Science in Canberra next week. Tickets: pintofscience.com.au/events/canbe...

Social card. Text: Monday, 18 May at 6.30pm. King O'Malley's Civic.

Dr Rajika Kurawita ANU: Sci-fi plantets & the planets of science.

LI Spriggs ANU: Do stars twinkle in space.

Dr Ainsley Davies CBR Clinical Phenomics, ANU: Your immune system: cool, calm and complicated.

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Tuesday, 19 May at 6.30pm
King O'Malley's, Civic

Michael Tan University of Canberra: Our myopic view on visual noise.

Dr Sofia Samper Carro ANU: The Last of Them: Neanderthals on the brink of extinction.

YLadhi Shah ANU: The zombie cells of cancer & how we fight back

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Wednesday, 20 May at 6:30pm
Gryphons Caffe & Bar, Griffith

Dr Anjali Gowripalan ANU: A devilsih solution for treating cancer in Tasmanian devils.

Dr Umar Farooq CSIRO: Tiny engineers, big impact: How termites shape our climate.

Dr Joshua J. Brown CSIRO: Prebiotic networks in the emergence of the RNA world.

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Wednesday, 20 May at 6.30pm
King O'Malley's, Civic

Dr Liana Rauf ANU & OzGrav: Linking gravitational waves to their host galaxies

Dr Rowina Nathan ANU: Listening to the Universe with a galaxy-sized ear

Yuri Sheinker ANU: Seeing the stars: the evolution of adaptive optics

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

A new label-free nanoscale imaging technique has revealed intricate cellular behaviours previously invisible to conventional microscopes. science.anu.edu.au/news-events/...

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

“There’s a lot of systemic issues that encourage inequitable care, so even health professionals who are trying their hardest to be more weight inclusive in caring for their patients are coming up against these structural barriers.” science.anu.edu.au/news-events/...

A doctor is examining a woman in a medical setting. Text reads: breaking down biases: tackling weight stigma in medicine

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Congratulations to Justin Xia for winning the Claire McLintock Medal from the Thrombosis & Haemostasis society of Australia and New Zealand. Justin’s PhD research at #JCSMR is on improving autologous stem cell transplantation outcomes. www.thanz.org.au/awards-grant...

Justin Xia is in a blue suit and is receiving a medal and certificate from James McFaydon at an award ceremony.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Celebrate the International Year of Quantum with us. @physicsanu.bsky.social @hia-accelerates.bsky.social physics.anu.edu.au/news_events/...

Photo of a woman holding up an atomic model. Text reads: ANU Quantum Science Open Day, Saturday 29 November, Research School of Physics, 160 Mills Rd, Acton

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Congratulations to science writer @tabithacarvan.bsky.social for winning the prestigious UNSW Press Bragg Prize for Science Writing 2025 🎉 Her writing was recognised for taking readers down the emotional rabbit hole that is PhD acknowledgements. www.unsw.edu.au/newsroom/new...

A woman in a bright dress is smiling outside.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

The @ncig2013.bsky.social team are working with Indigenous communities on the ethical and respectful use of information held within DNA. Our video & story explore why NCIG is changing the story of medical research for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. science.anu.edu.au/news-events/...

Composite image, including a drone photo of a University research building and a group photo of researchers and scientists outside in a courtyard.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Congratulations to Associate Professor Azure Hermes for winning the Traditional Knowledge Innovation Award from the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering. www.linkedin.com/posts/atse-a...

Associate Professor Azure Hermes outside a university building.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Movie magic brings an emergency simulation to life as ANU medical students show off their acting skills. science.anu.edu.au/news-events/... #emergencymedicine #medicaltraining #medicine #ruralmedicine

A group of medical students with fake injuries.

A woman adds fake blood to a medical dummy.

Emergency service workers fight a car fire.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Plant scientists Professor Graham Farquhar and Professor Susanne von Caemmerer transformed the world's understanding of photosynthesis, and now they have been jointly awarded the Royal Medal (Biological) from The Royal Society, at a ceremony in London. science.anu.edu.au/news-events/...

Professor Susanne von Caemmerer and Professor Graham Farquhar are receiving an award.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Siding Spring Observatory and the Warrumbungles sure know how to put on a show. If you're in the Coonabarabran (NSW) area this long weekend, join us for StarFest from 3 – 4 October. www.starfest.org.au

Mountain scene with telescopes at dusk with golden sky.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

The IARU Biodiversity on Campus Photo Contest 2025 is now open! All ANU students, staff & researchers are invited to share their photos of biodiversity from campus 🌼🦆 Winning photos will be showcased across the global IARU network. 📅 Closes 31 October 2025 sustainability.anu.edu.au/news-events/...

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Congratulations to Sridivya Bhagavatula and Tirath Raj Dwivedi, @jcsmr.bsky.social PhD researchers, who were finalists in the CBIN Innovation ACT 2025 competition! Their vaccine platform idea, called PepTalkers, is designed to improve the process of discovering new viral vaccine candidates.

A screen showing 2025 InnovationACT Intensive in numbers: 48 teams, 183 participants, 16 finalists

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

The ANU Entrepreneurship Club proudly presents HackANU, a 24-hour hackathon competition. Gather your team of 3-4 hackers to build a working prototype in just 24 hours using low-code and no-code tools. More info: hackathon.anuec.org

HackANU theme: LEvering AI low-code-no-code tools

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Next week is National Science Week and we have so many upcoming events at ANU! From panel discussions with inpiring scientists, to science in the pub, to lab tours for students, there's something for everyone: science.anu.edu.au/news-events/...

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Congratulations to Dr Xin (Andy) Gao from @jcsmr.bsky.social, who has received a Branco Weiss fellowship to head to Monash University to investigate the fundamental rules governing the formation of T-cells in the immune system. Read more: brancoweissfellowship.org/fellow/gao/

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Congratulations to Professor Naomi McClure-Griffiths and Li Yusen from ANU who are among six astronomers to receive awards at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australian Astronomy Society in 2025. Read more: science.anu.edu.au/news-events/...

Professor Naomi McLure Griffiths, Ellery Lecture winner

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Applications are now open for 2026 Westpac Scholars Research Fellowships valued at $400,000. Apply today to receive flexible funding, leadership development and bespoke international experiences. scholars.westpac.com.au/scholarships...

Westpac Research Fellowships. Applications close 25 August 2025

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Speaker opportunity: are you a researcher in Canberra who'd love to chat about your work at the pub? 🥼🍻 Pint of Science Canberra is running an event during National Science Week, funded by Inspiring Australia ACT. To submit an EOI, email event coordinator: larissa.fedunik@pintofscience.com.au

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Congratulations to Associate Professor Eduardo Trifoni from the ANU Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics and InSpace, who was recently honoured with the Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy 🌟 A/Prof Trifoni was awarded for his contributions to science and Australian-Italian relations.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

EOIs are open for the CSIRO Industry PhD Program (iPhD)! iPhD is a four-year research training program, focusing on applied research that benefits industry by solving real-world challenges. See the available ANU-CSIRO science and medical research projects here: science.anu.edu.au/study/resear...

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Today we celebrate 99 years of Sir David Attenborough! 🎂🍃 In 1996, Attenborough opened the Gould wing of the ANU Botany and Zoology building. Happy birthday to this living legend, who has done so much to raise awareness about the value of science and the natural world! 📷: ANU Archives

Black and white image of Sir David Attenborough opening a building at ANU.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Applications have been extended for the AINSE Winter School! Calling all final-year undergraduate students - applications for AINSE’s online Winter School (running from 7th July 2025) have now been extended to 31st May 2025. Details: www.ainse.edu.au/winter-school/

Applications extended for 29th AINSE Winter School

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Pint of Science festival is back bringing research out of the lab and into pubs around the country! Held from 19–21 May 2025, there will be three Canberra events at Smith's Alternative. Come along and hear from local scientists, including our very own from ANU. pintofscience.com.au/events/canbe...

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Congratulations to our ANU scientists Distinguished Professor Yuri Kivshar, Professor Alison Rodger, Associate Professor Daniel Nobel and Dr Daria Smirnova for receiving honorific awards from the Australian Academy of Science. Read more: www.science.org.au/news-and-eve...

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Inspiring ACT is funding eight positions in the Science Comedy Program for researchers, scientists and post-graduate students. The program begins on Monday 24 March, so get in quick! Details: www.futuresciencetalks.com.au/science-come... Fill out this form to join: forms.gle/pzCwSYcpYA5k....

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Enlighten is back in Canberra from 28 Feb to 10 March! Be sure to check out the captivating Insectarium light installation, featuring ANU and CSIRO entomologists answering your creepy crawly questions. Details: enlightencanberra.com/program/inse...

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Australian beekeepers, we’re asking for your help to gather information on your honey bee colonies 🐝 Read more about the Australian honey bee colony loss survey here: coloss.au

Help us gather critical information on honey bee colony loss

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

ANU Science and Medicine graduation is tomorrow! Graduates, this is your reminder to collect your commemorative duck from Llewellyn Hall before your ceremony 🎓🦆 And don't forget to update your details to stay in touch with the ANU alumni community: engage.anu.edu.au/new-grads-up...

Rows of rubber ducks with graduation hats on

A graduate poses with a graduation duck.

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Science & Medicine at ANU @scienceanu.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Congratulations to ANU researchers Dr Alison Bentley, Dr Sarah Clement, Dr Georgy Falster and Dr Amanda Parker on being announced as new Superstars of STEM! Details: scienceandtechnologyaustralia.org.au/what-we-do/s... @raindrop-herder.bsky.social @alisonrbentley.bsky.social

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