Symposium themes

Overview

Changes in the global environment

Mind and brain

Energy

Molecular structure and recognition

IT, telecommunications and control in the Web era

Genetic engineering of plants and animals

The universe: Looking out – looking forward

Ageing

The universe: Looking out – looking forward

The oldest field of scientific endeavour, astronomy, has been revolutionised by technological advances over the last 50 years, enabling astronomers to unlock the secrets of the heavens. Australia has been at the forefront of this rapid progress in technology and understanding, providing a wealth of scientific discoveries out of all proportion to our population and economy.

Speakers

Dr Bryan Gaensler
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Astronomy in Australia – past and future
Paper

Dr Chris Tinney
Anglo-Australian Observatory
The birthplace of worlds
Paper

Dr Brian Schmidt
Australian National University
The universe from beginning to end
Abstract