Is Australian science ready for AI? Exploring how artificial intelligence will reshape the policies, institutions, legal frameworks, funding models and cultural norms that underpin our national science ecosystem. Published on 09 December 2025
Indoor air: The science of indoor air and pathways to improve indoor air quality in Australia Poor indoor air quality harms health and productivity, and Australia needs urgent action through monitoring, reporting, and enforceable standards to ensure clean indoor air. Published on 05 November 2025
Australia’s scientific leadership in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean Antarctic and Southern Ocean science is critical to understanding and responding to climate change and safeguarding Australia’s national interests. Published on 28 July 2025
Issues paper: Incentivising business investment in R&D The Australian Academy of Science is calling for an urgent national conversation on research and development investment in Australia. Published on 24 July 2025
Astronomy decadal plan 2026–2035 A strategic review and vision for Australian astronomy for the decade 2026–2035. Published on 09 July 2025
Annual report 2024 In 2024, the Academy celebrated 70 years of science impact. This report covers 1 January to 31 December 2024. Published on 30 June 2025
International scientific collaborations in a contested world: Summary of the National Symposium, November 2023 Exploring the role of science in an uncertain geopolitical landscape. Published on 20 December 2024
Mid-term review – Nourishing Australia: A decadal plan for the science of nutrition Reviewing progress towards the goals and recommendations of the 2019 plan and providing an update on the state of Australian nutrition science. Published on 02 December 2024
A decadal plan for Australian Earth system science 2024–2033 Australia is confronted by a changing climate. Understanding climate risks to the economy, business and environment across Australia requires knowledge founded on Earth system science. Published on 25 November 2024