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Australian Academy of Science welcomes 2030 plan

The Australian Academy of Science welcomes the release of Australia 2030: Prosperity Through Innovation plan, prepared by Innovation and Science Australia.

Fellows recognised in Australia Day honours

Fellows recognised in Australia Day honours

The Australian Academy of Science congratulates its 10 Fellows who are among the 895 Australians recognised in the Australia Day 2018 Honours List.

Academy responds to science and innovation portfolio reshuffle

Academy responds to science and innovation portfolio reshuffle

The Australian Academy of Science welcomes newly appointed Assistant Minister for Science, Jobs and Innovation, Senator Zed Seselja, and congratulates Minister Michaelia Cash on her appointment as Minister for Jobs and Innovation.

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Australian scientists welcome critical research infrastructure funding

The Australian Academy of Science welcomes the Australian Government’s commitment to fund a much-needed upgrade to Australia’s national supercomputer in today’s Mid-Year and Economic Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO).

Fellows feature in online video resource

A collection of videotaped biographical interviews with more than 130 important figures in clinical medicine and science from the United Kingdom and Australia—including several Academy Fellows—is now available online.

Correctly setting the dial on research

The Productivity Commission has added its influential voice to the ongoing debate on the role of universities—in particular, their research and teaching roles.

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Future Earth Australia urges collaboration to address sustainability issues

The urban built environment, the marine environment and energy transformation are key areas where Australian researchers and industry partners could collaborate more effectively to address issues of sustainability, according to Future Earth Australia.

Academy announces recipients of 2018 honorific awards

Academy announces recipients of 2018 honorific awards

Outstanding contributions to science have been recognised by the Australian Academy of Science today with 18 of Australia’s leading scientists and future superstars receiving prestigious 2018 honorific awards.

Bright stars of Australian science recognised with Academy Awards

Outstanding contributions to science have been recognised by the Australian Academy of Science today with 18 of Australia’s leading scientists and future superstars receiving prestigious 2018 honorific awards.