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In this edition: Indigenous knowledge sheds light on quoll decline, bush-fires have long-term impacts on water quality, and tracing the resurgence of Murchison dingoes

Three researchers – with work spanning human behaviour, invasive species and ancient climate patterns – will share conservation and climate science across Australia and internationally thanks to prestigious Academy fellowships.

The fellowships support researchers to undertake collaborative projects spanning a diverse range of topics.

From the desert to the ocean, early-career scientists are deploying cutting-edge conservation to help Australia's endangered wildlife.

It’s time to celebrate excellence and support brilliant ideas. The Academy’s honorific and funding awards for 2027 are now open for application.

The Australian Academy of Science warns the 2026–27 Budget must reverse a decade of declining R&D investment or risk lasting damage to Australia’s economy, security and global competitiveness.

Five Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science have been recognised for distinguished and outstanding service in the 2026 Australia Day Honours List.

Nine early-and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) have received the 2026 Thomas Davies Research Grant for Marine, Soil and Plant Biology.

Reflecting on scientific achievements and urgent future challenges, this year saw the Academy call for major reinvestment in research, infrastructure and innovation to meet the challenges ahead.