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Peeking under Earth’s crust: Anton Hales Medal recipient talks giant volcanoes, mineral deposits and the impact of awards
Dr Nicolas Flament’s research allows us to not only peer under Earth’s crust but to uncover what the planet’s interior looked like hundreds of millions of years ago.
Discussions continue on the future of the Great Barrier Reef
The Australian Academy of Science has hosted the second of three expert roundtables to inform advice to government on the likely impacts of climate change on the Great Barrier Reef and potential interventions under plausible climate futures.
Joe Pawsey and the Founding of Australian Radio Astronomy: new biography of a foundation Fellow
A new biography, Joe Pawsey and the Founding of Australian Radio Astronomy, examines the life and career of an Academy foundation Fellow.
Discussions begin on the future of the Great Barrier Reef
The Australian Academy of Science has hosted the first of three expert roundtables to inform a synthesis report, to be delivered later this year, on the likely impacts of climate change on the Great Barrier Reef.
Celebrating champion of Australian science, Nancy Pritchard
After decades supporting Australian science internationally, Nancy Pritchard says her work isn’t done yet—noting there are challenging times ahead with the region’s shifting geopolitics.
Decoding dragons and devils, what triggers volcanoes, and more: Australia’s stars of science
From investigating the structure of space-time to the inner workings of volcanoes and the genetics of sex—twenty-two scientists are today recognised by the Australian Academy of Science for their outstanding contributions to science.
Spotlight on STEM Women Global pioneers for International Women’s Day
The Australian Academy of Science’s Gender Equity in STEM program is a suite of initiatives, underpinned and informed by the Women in STEM Decadal Plan, aimed at increasing female participation in STEM and aligning and supporting gender equity activities across organisations.
Improving dementia care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
A researcher seeking to improve care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with dementia is the recipient of top-up funding offered by the Australian Academy of Science.
Grand support for Future Earth Australia
Future Earth Australia is a national initiative based at the Australian Academy of Science that enables Australian researchers, governments, industry, peak bodies and civil society to connect and collaborate on sustainability transitions. This national hub in the international Future Earth network, connects the expertise capable of forming solutions for the sustainability challenges facing Australia, our regional neighbours and the globe.