Dr Katie Sizeland uses synchrotron based techniques to investigate the nanostructure of collagen biomaterials. Image: ANSTO

The Australian Academy of Science has applauded the Australian Government’s ‘Advancing Women in STEM’ strategy released today by Minister for Industry, Science and Technology the Hon Karen Andrews MP.

The Independent Assessment of fish deaths in the lower Darling final report released by Minister David Littleproud today is a welcome contribution to the growing evidence base to help inform action to improve the health of Australia’s rivers.

Dr Giulia Ghedini from Monash University is one of four 2019 J G Russell Award recipients.

The Australian Academy of Science has announced the successful recipients of its 2019 J G Russell Award.

The award is aimed at financially helping talented younger researchers in the basic sciences as a token of the community’s regard for them.

The Australian delegation votes at the International Mathematical Union’s general assembly in Rio de Janeiro, 2018. Photo: Ya-Xiang Yuan

The economic and scientific benefits to Australia’s membership of major global science organisations have been outlined in a report released today by the Australian Academy of Science.

28­–30 May The Shine Dome, Australian Academy of Science, Canberra

Get your paintbrushes ready: submissions are open for scienceXart: elements in everyday life, a chemistry-themed art competition for primary and secondary school students hosted by the Academy’s National Committee for Chemistry.

The competition will run over Term 2, 2019 with entry categories suitable for all year levels.

Members of Women in STEM Decadal Plan Expert Working Group, project team and UniBank representatives celebrating the Pathways to Equity in STEM event.

Emeritus Professor Cheryl Praeger (left) with Professor Cherry Murray, a physicist from Harvard who was elected co-chair of the IAP for Science.

The Australian Academy of Science has been elected to the InterAcademy Partnership (IAP) for Science Executive Committee for a second term of three years.

Photo: A Chopra

Are you looking for a unique event venue this winter? Embrace the cold and hold your next meeting or conference at the Australian Academy of Science in the centre of the nation’s capital!

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