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‘Adults-Only Science’ night a roaring success

The Australian Academy of Science discovered a winning formula for its latest science outreach event, with record numbers attending its Adults-Only Science night.

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Chris Anderson to head up Academy’s policy team

The Australian Academy of Science welcomes Chris Anderson who will commence in the role of Director—Science Policy effective Monday 30 September 2019.

First place winner Dr Elena Schneider-Futschik with Australia's Chief Scientist Dr Alan Finkel AO FAA FTSE

Three emerging innovators to represent Australia at Falling Walls Lab in Germany

Research Fellow Dr Elena Schneider-Futschik from the University of Melbourne is the winner of the fourth Falling Walls Lab Australia event, hosted yesterday by the Australian Academy of Science.

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Lemberg and Caughley travelling fellowships awarded

The Academy has announced the recipients of two travelling fellowships to support outstanding scientists to exchange scientific ideas. The Rudi Lemberg Travelling Fellowship has been awarded to Professor Robert Edwards and the Graeme Caughley Travelling Fellowship has gone to Dr Benjamin Allen.

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National Science Week shows that science is for everyone

What do patting a Thylacene, life-changing science, bees’ eyes and a Spinosaurus have in common? They were all part of the Academy's celebration of National Science Week, which engaged thousands of people across the country at events and online.

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Leading scientists say fears about GM products are unjustified

It was a stunning admission by one of the leaders in the global fight against genetically modified food.

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Fellows shortlisted as Eureka Prize finalists

Four Academy Fellows have been announced as finalists for the 2019 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.

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Academy launches vision for reconciliation

A nation where the traditional knowledge and cultures of Australia’s First Peoples are highly valued and respected by all Australians is the vision for the Australian Academy of Science’s Reconciliation Action Plan, launched today.

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Academy Fellow recognised for gender equality leadership

For her contribution to the advancement of gender equality across Australia, Academy Fellow Professor Tanya Monro is the South Australian recipient of the 2019 Australian Award for Excellence in Women’s Leadership.