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Eureka Prizes recognise excellence in science and science engagement

Australian Academy of Science honorific award recipient Professor Renae Ryan AM and Academy Fellow Professor Toby Walsh FAA are among the 19 individuals and teams recognised at the 2023 Australian Museum Eureka Prize awards for excellence in Research and Innovation, Leadership, Science Engagement and School Science, held on 23 August in Sydney.

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Five anecdotes from renowned Aussie scientists that you probably didn’t know

The Academy's archives hold a sprawling collection of stories from some of the country’s most renowned scientists. While the collections shine a light on their scientific processes and research, they also bring history to life: baring personal triumphs, struggles, and unexpected anecdotes.

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Fourteen 2023 France and Europe Mobility Grants awarded for outstanding research

The Academy is pleased to announce the recipients of the France and Europe Mobility Grants for 2023.

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Young Australian scientists learn from Nobel Laureates at 72nd Lindau Meeting

Seven of Australia's brightest young scientists attended the 72nd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting dedicated to physiology and medicine from 25 June to 1 July in Germany.

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Aussie chemistry expert a contender for international science prize

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Antarctica, geology and the Frank Stillwell Collection

Rare manuscripts and photographs documenting early Australian exploration of Antarctica and its connection to developments in geology and mineralogy have been digitised as part of an ongoing collaborative project between the Australian Academy of Science and the National Library of Australia.

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Leading biologist and Academy Fellow appointed CSIRO Chief Executive

Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science Professor Doug Hilton AO has been named as the new chief executive of Australia’s national science agency.

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Fellows recognised with King’s Birthday Honours

Six Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to science by receiving an Order of Australia in the 2023 King's Birthday Honours List.

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2022 annual report highlights Academy’s wide range of achievements

The announcement that the Academy will lead the International Science Council Asia Pacific Regional Focal Point was one of the many achievements highlighted in the Academy’s 2022 annual report, released today.