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Two early career researchers will receive further financial support to continue their primary care research thanks to the 2024 Douglas and Lola Douglas Scholarship in Medical Science.

President of the Australian Academy of Science Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC has been inducted into the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) as a Foreign Member at a ceremony in Beijing on 23 June 2024.

This is an abridged version of the speech delivered by Australian Academy of Science Chief Executive Anna-Maria Arabia at the launch of the Academy’s Primary Connection and reSolve resources on Tuesday 25 June 2024.

Australia has a rich and vibrant scientific heritage that spans decades of innovation, exploration, and discovery. The Academy’s Library and Archives hold significant histories of mid-century Australian science collections in the world, with many thousands of rare and unique items.

At the heart of the Academy’s mission is a commitment to advancing Australia as a nation that embraces scientific knowledge and contributes significantly to global scientific endeavours. For many years, the Academy has fostered international collaboration at all levels of research within regional and global science networks.

Communicating the value and benefits of science to decision makers and the wider community is one of the Academy’s commitments.

We are pleased to announce Merck has joined the Falling Walls Lab Australia 2024 Partnership Program. Falling Walls Lab Australia provides a platform for talented researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators to showcase their groundbreaking ideas and projects to a national and global audience.

Three Academy Fellows have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to science, innovation and mentorship by being named on the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours List.

Future Earth Australia has been announced as Australia’s new representative on the Belmont Forum, an international body dedicated to funding environmental and sustainability collaborations.