Australian and international experts will come together in Canberra next week to explore the diverse Antarctic science endeavours that have emerged since Sir Douglas Mawson led the Australasian Antarctic Expedition in 1911-1914.
The Australian Academy of Science Symposium, 100 years of Antarctic Science, will be held at the Shine Dome on 4 May 2012.
To be opened by Dr Tony Fleming of the Australian Antarctic Division, the symposium draws together a host of speakers including:
The Australian Academy of Science will also launch its new book, Still no Mawson, Frank Stillwell’s Antarctic diaries 1911-13. Dr Fleming will launch the diaries at 12.30 pm to an audience including members of Frank Stillwell’s family.
Event: | Academy’s annual symposium, 100 years of Antarctic Science |
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When: | 4 May 2012 |
Where: | The Shine Dome, Gordon Street, Acton, Canberra View map |
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