Two Academy Fellows are on the panel of four independent experts recently appointed by the Australian Government to review the operation of Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs). Joining the panel chair and Fellow, Professor Ian Chubb, are Dr Annabelle Bennett who was elected to the Academy in 2020, Ariadne Gorring and Dr Steve Hatfield-Dodds.
The Centre of Excellence for Biosecurity Risk Analysis (CEBRA) supports the Australian and New Zealand governments to protect their nations from biosecurity threats. The Academy recently worked with CEBRA to produce a series of videos which describe how the research behind biosecurity and its practical implications are so important.
Is flu really that bad in kids this winter?
We are now well and truly into winter and flu is hitting us hard. What most people don’t know is that flu can make kids very sick, even those who are generally healthy.
Is it legit? Top tips for spotting misinformation
You’ve probably heard this advice when searching for information about health or science on the internet: ‘Find a reliable source’. But deciding what is reliable is easier said than done in our oversaturated online world.
Don’t delay! Applications close soon for the Brisbane and Sydney Falling Walls Lab events, where Australian students, researchers and early-career professionals from across the country are invited to pitch their innovative idea in just three minutes, showcasing a breakthrough that creates a positive impact on science and society. The top five winners from the two events will participate in the Academy’s Falling Walls Lab Australia on 5 September, to determine who will be representing Australia at the Falling Walls Lab Finale in Berlin in November and win a ticket to the Falling Walls Conference.
Digital technologies are transforming the way we live, work and govern. The Academy’s National Committee for Information and Communication Sciences (NCICS), in collaboration with the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering (ATSE), is hosting a webinar series focusing on Australia’s digital future. This virtual panel series is shining a spotlight on successful role models of university–industry interactions in Australia by bringing together key leaders who are at the forefront of securing our digital future.
The first of two webinars, held in late June, focused on innovations in next generation satellite communications. See more information on the seminar, including a link to the recording. The second webinar will be held in September with more information available soon.
NHMRC has released a discussion paper presenting a range of options to reach gender equity in the Investigator Grant scheme. There will be a series of open forums on the options that have been developed – visit NHMRC’s website for the time and location of each event.
Statement regarding State of the Environment report
The Academy recently provided the following submissions to government:
Find out more about coming opportunities for scientists:
Keep abreast of the Academy Fellowship in the Fellows update:
In January 2020, a severe hailstorm damaged the iconic copper roof of the heritage-listed Shine Dome, home of the Australian Academy of Science. A splendid new roof with 1888 custom-made new tiles is now in place.
To mark this historical event, the Academy has established the Celebrate Science campaign with the twin objectives of celebrating Australian scientists and their achievements, and strengthening the Academy’s ability to offer scientific advice, comment, and education in the national interest.
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. Your donation will help the Academy continue to play an essential role as an independent voice for Australian science.
Learn more and make a dedication today
The Honorary editor of the Academy newsletter is Professor Yuri Estrin FAA
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