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Professor CNR Rao was formally admitted as a Corresponding Member of the Australian Academy of Science at a ceremony in Canberra yesterday.

Eight Fellows from the Australian Academy of Science are among a list of scientists, researchers and industry experts announced as part of the ‘Knowledge Nation 100’.

A position paper released today by the Office of the Chief scientist brings a welcome focus on the importance of improving primary school science education.

Thank you for visiting the Australian Academy of Science online. If you’ve visited us here before, you’ll notice that our website has had a make-over.

Scientists working on new materials to meet the challenges of the 21st century are gathering in Melbourne today for the annual Frontiers of Science conference.

The government’s national innovation and science agenda announced today puts science and innovation at the centre of Australia’s future, with 20 initiatives to boost research and innovation, including in education, research infrastructure, and international collaboration in science and business.

The Academy today welcomed the government’s national innovation and science agenda as a turning point for science in Australia.

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

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.