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Academy condemns trolling, bullying and harassment of scientists simply for doing their job
A new survey by the Australian Science Media Centre (AusSMC) has found one in five Australian scientists experienced death threats and/or threats of physical or sexual violence after speaking to the media about COVID-19.
Our most vulnerable risk being left behind as Australia adapts to climate change
‘Adapt to protect communities and natural habitats’ - that’s one of the four goals of COP26 which is just around the corner. But is Australia’s current approach to climate adaptation sustainable and equitable?
Marine and coastal leaders urge government to adopt FEA Sustainable Oceans and Coasts Strategy
Delegates of the 15th Coast to Coast National Conference have formally endorsed Future Earth Australia’s Sustainable Oceans and Coasts National Strategy 2021–2030 and urged the Australian government to adopt and implement its recommendations.
Academy reports COVID-19 response and other achievements of 2020
National leadership and collaboration in support of Australia’s response to COVID-19 are among the many achievements highlighted in the Academy’s recently published annual report for 2020.
Twenty-two Australians recognised among our nation’s most distinguished scientists
The Australian inventor of 3D-printed bone substitutes is among a group of scientists being acknowledged today for their outstanding contributions to science.
