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Explore updates on Academy initiatives, scientific developments, and expert perspectives on issues shaping research and policy. Our commentary reflects the Academy’s role in fostering informed discussion and sharing thought leadership that connects science with society.

New Early- and Mid-Career Forum executive announced

The Academy's Early- and Mid-Career (EMCR) Forum has announced changes to its executive team.

04 December 2015

Science Academy urges global action at Paris climate talks

Leadership by the Australian Government and global cooperation at the Paris climate talks will be essential in avoiding the worst effects of global climate change, according to the Australian Academy of Science.

24 November 2015

New edition of Historical Records of Australian Science

The Academy's Historical Records of Australian Science journal has released its December volume.

18 November 2015

Vale: Former Academy President David Craig

Former Academy President and prominent Australian chemist, Professor David Craig, has passed away aged 95.

03 July 2015

Academy welcomes reinstatement of Science to the Australian Cabinet

The Australian Academy of Science today welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement that Ian Macfarlane is now the Minister for Industry and Science.

22 December 2014

Five Fellows chosen for new science council

Five Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science have been chosen to advise government through a new science council chaired by the Prime Minister.

15 October 2014

IAP and IAMP joint statement on atimicrobial resistance

IAP - The Global Network of Science Academies, and the InterAcademy Medical Panel (IAMP) has issued a joint statement on ‘Antimicrobial Resistance: A Call for Action’.

19 November 2013