Australian Academy of Science

The Australian Academy of Science is an independent organisation of distinguished Australian scientists, championing science for the benefit of all. See our mission.

The case for clean indoor air

The Academy, in partnership with Burnet Institute, is proud to be leading a global effort to recognise clean indoor air as essential to health and well-being.

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Australian Science, Australia’s Future: Science 2035

The Academy is proud to present the most comprehensive report of its kind, with wide-ranging implications for all sectors in Australia.

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Highlights from Science at the Shine Dome

See the highlights from the Academy’s flagship event in 2025, where we celebrated science, honoured outstanding achievements, and launched our landmark report which has wide-ranging implications for all sectors in Australia.

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Global Talent Attraction Program

We’re leading a national effort to strengthen Australia’s research capability and scientific leadership by securing world-class researchers from the United States.

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The case for clean indoor air
Australian Science, Australia’s Future: Science 2035
Highlights from Science at the Shine Dome
Global Talent Attraction Program

President’s statement – Rise to the challenge, don't lower the target

The release of the Federal Government’s comprehensive National Climate Risk Assessment has reinforced the urgency for Australia and the world to accelerate investment in our path to net-zero emissions.

24 September, 2025

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Healthy Indoor Air Quality: ABC TV News Breakfast interview transcript

24 September, 2025

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Australia to lead first-ever United Nations indoor air quality global pledge

The Australian Academy of Science and Burnet Institute are leading global efforts at the United Nations, to declare healthy indoor air a human right.

18 September, 2025

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