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.

2018 Annual Giving Appeal

We invite you to join our growing list of donors. By donating through our 2018 end of financial year appeal, you will contribute to the ongoing work of the Academy.

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Fellows elected in 2018

The Academy welcomes 21 new Fellows, elected for their outstanding contributions to science and scientific research.

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Curious about our videos?

Do baby simulators reduce pregnancies? What can Viking poo reveal about our past? Could a black hole swallow Earth?

These are just some of the questions the Academy is answering in our new initiative to connect more people with science.

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New Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander award

This award is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander PhD students and early- and mid-career scientists to expand their international research networks and knowledge exchange.

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