Sustainability leaders, experts, industry and innovators from Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific are invited to share their knowledge on sustainability challenges and opportunities in the Oceania region in mid-2022 as part of a major international sustainability event.

Academy President Professor John Shine. Photo: Australian Academy of Science.

The Australian Academy of Science welcomes the passing of Maeve’s Law by the Australian Parliament.

Academy President Professor John Shine said the legislation allows important research to proceed and is expected to enable impacted families to increase their likelihood of having a child unaffected by mitochondrial DNA disease.

By Anna-Maria Arabia, Chief Executive, Australian Academy of Science

Diversity and inclusion are core pillars of the Australian Academy of Science’s vision for a scientifically informed Australian community that embraces excellence in science and is guided by, and enjoys the benefits of, scientific endeavour.

Coat of Arms over Parliament House. Adapted from photo by John on Flickr (CC-BY-SA 2.0).
 

Welcome to our first newsletter of 2022, and we have begun the year with much activity in the science sector. Late last year we were disheartened to learn that six ARC Discovery Projects had been rejected using ministerial veto, despite the projects being recommended for funding by independent panels.

 

The latest edition of Historical Records of Australian Science is full of fascinating content with historical articles, biographical memoirs, a historical document and associated expert commentary, the annual bibliography of Australian science, and a collection of reviews compiled by new book review editor, Dr Martin Bush.

Keio Medical Science Prize

Awarded in the field of clinical medicine (including the development of drugs and medical devices) —JP ¥10 million.

More information on the Keio Medical Science Prize

Applications close 6 March 2022

The Advance Awards

The Advance Awards recognise and celebrate the work of global Australians and alumni of Australian universities around the world who exhibit remarkable talent, exceptional vision and ambition at any stage of their career.

Honours and awards to Fellows

Companion of the Order of Australia (AC)

Dr Alan Finkel AC FAA FTSE FAHMS Professor Jenny Graves, AC FAA Professor Ary Hoffmann AC FAA Dr Graeme Moad AC FAA FTSE

Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)

What impact is our changing climate having on our lives, jobs and homes? And what policy frameworks are needed to ensure a resilient and prosperous future for Australia?

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