Australian Academy of Science

The Australian Academy of Science provides independent, authoritative and influential scientific advice, promotes international scientific engagement, builds public awareness and understanding of science, and champions, celebrates and supports excellence in Australian science.

The Ukraine-Australia Research Fund now open

Applications for The Ukraine-Australia Research Fund are now open. Read about eligibility and how to apply.

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Nobel laureate on how she helped revolutionise laser physics

Professor Donna Strickland was the third woman ever to receive the Nobel Prize in Physics. Learn about her “simple” discovery with applications from eye surgery to industrial machining.

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Science has been heard at the Kathleen Folbigg Inquiry

Australia’s scientists have welcomed a submission by the Inquiry’s assisting lawyers that it is open for the Inquirer to find reasonable doubt about Kathleen Folbigg’s convictions.

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Celebrate science: dedicate a copper tile to a scientist

To recognise the critical role scientists play, we ask that you celebrate science with us by dedicating a virtual copper roof tile to an Australian scientist who has made a significant contribution to science.

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