Reports and publications

Explore the Academy's full collection of reports and publications showcasing insights, evidence and expertise – from 10-year plans charting the course of Australian science to insightful evidence briefs to guide decision-makers.

Australian space research 2002–2004

Biennial report to the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) assembled from contributions from institutions undertaking space-related research in Australia.

Published on 03 July 2004

Report—Australian Space Research, 2002–2004

Nanotechnology benchmarking report

Australian nanotechnology researchers are producing high-quality work, but there is evidence that we are not advancing our capabilities as quickly as the rest of the world.

Published on 27 February 2004

International climate change science: Australia's role, links and opportunities

Australia plays a vital and influential role in international climate change science through active participation in global research, observation, and assessment programs.

Published on 18 December 2003

Report—International climate change science: Australia's role, links and opportunities

National strategic plan for the geosciences: Geoscience – unearthing our future

A framework for Australian geoscience to develop its role in major national and global issues and ensure the maintenance of research excellence.

Published on 24 October 2003

National strategic plan for the geosciences: Geoscience—unearthing our future

Australian space research 2000–2002

Biennial report to the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) with contributions from institutions undertaking space-related research in Australia.

Published on 07 September 2002

Report—Australian Space Research, 2000-2002

Providing the machinery of science: defining a whole-of-government strategy for securing access to critical research facilities

A strategic framework for ensuring national access to critical research infrastructure.

Published on 20 August 2002

Discussion paper—Providing the machinery of science: Defining a whole-of-government strategy for securing access to critical research facilities

Priority setting in science and innovation

The Academy responds to the Government's decision to impose priority areas of research on the Australian Research Council, and to the challenge of priority setting in research.

Published on 12 February 2002