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Australian researcher internationally recognised for global supply chain research
A sustainability researcher nominated by the Australian Academy of Science has been awarded an international science prize worth A$1.5 million at a ceremony in Switzerland.
Leading scientists recognised by Academy for excellence in Antarctic research
Two distinguished researchers in the field of Antarctic science and conservation have been recognised as 2025 honorific award recipients by the Australian Academy of Science.
2025 Max Day awardees to investigate ecosystem productivity and microplastics
The Australian Academy of Science has announced Rebecca Greening and Dr Nina Wootton from the University of Adelaide as the recipients of this year’s Max Day Environmental Science Fellowship Award.
Three researchers receive 2025 Margaret Middleton Fund Award to advance native fauna studies
The Academy is pleased to announce the awardees of its 2025 Margaret Middleton Fund for endangered Australian native vertebrate animals, which supports early-career ecology researchers focused on endangered Australian native animals.
Evolving challenges and opportunities for nutrition science revealed in review of decadal plan
The mid-term review of the Australian Academy of Science’s National Committee for Nutrition's decadal plan has revealed critical insights into the evolving challenges and opportunities in nutrition science. From food security to sustainability and nutrition literacy, the review underscores the vital role of nutritional science in shaping Australia’s health, environmental resilience and economic future.