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An independent organisation of distinguished Australian scientists, championing science for the benefit of all. Read our landmark report: https://bit.ly/ASAF2035 #Science2035
Despite a long history of world-leading discoveries, Australia's science system is going backwards – at the very moment the rest of the world is moving forward, fast. That's why we've launched BACK AUSTRALIA'S ABILITY, a call to every Australian to do exactly that.
$323.8 million for priority research infrastructure is welcome by the Academy.
Ever wondered what’s inside the Shine Dome, the building that looks like a spaceship? It’s not aliens. The Academy’s 21st President, Laureate Professor Sam Berkovic AC, takes you on a mini tour of the Australian Academy of Science and shares his vision for the future of Australian science.
48 months. 1,460 days. 2,102,400 minutes Thank you, Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC, for leading the Australian Academy of Science with optimism and conviction.
Congratulations to our newly elected Fellows and Corresponding Members for 2026. “Celebrating our new Fellows is a reminder of the vital role science plays in addressing the challenges we face as a society,” says Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC Academy President. science.org.au/news-events/...
Congratulations to the three researchers who have received Travelling Fellowships, to advance conservation and climate science through international collaboration: https://science.org.au/news-events/news-views/academy-fellowships-link-conservation-climate-expertise-worldwide
Nearly $140,000 in funding has been awarded to 12 Australian researchers who will undertake research placements with leading Indian institutes, thanks the Australia–India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF) funded by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources. science.org.au/news-events/...
Our 2027 awards are now open for nominations! Each year, we recognise researchers who have made remarkable achievements across diverse fields. Nominations close 1 May 2026. science.org.au/news-events/...
Will the coming Federal Budget mark a turning point in Australia’s long-running decline in R&D investment? Read our recommendations for the Federal Government in our submission published today: www.science.org.au/news-and-eve...
Congratulations to the nine early- and mid-career researchers have been awarded the 2026 Thomas Davies Research Grant for Marine, Soil and Plant Biology to tackle some of Australia's biggest environmental challenges. Find out more: https://bit.ly/45tDvev
Congratulations to Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science honored today by the Governor-General: 3 Companions (AC), 1 Officer (AO), and 1 Member (AM). A celebration of Australian scientific excellence! 🧵
📣 We're hiring: Governance Administrator Support our Council and committees to deliver governance excellence at Australia's premier science academy. 📍 Canberra ACT (Acton) 💼 Competitive salary + super ⏰ Full-time, ongoing
Congratulations and welcome to our new Council members! We are delighted to congratulate our Academy Fellows who will join the Academy's Council in May 2026: (Clockwise, left to right) 🧵
Can you grab someone’s attention in 3 to 4 seconds without resorting to cat gifs? On any given day, our social media adviser might translate new climate research, summarise a policy submission, post targeted ads and create graphics for an event. Interested? Apply now: https://bit.ly/4sDPcJo
Australia's research future depends on world-class infrastructure. We have submitted key recommendations for the 2026 National Research Infrastructure Roadmap. Read our vision for strengthening Australia's research capabilities: https://bit.ly/4qnoJyp
📣 We're hiring: Science Adviser Do you have policy experience and the skill to translate complex science into actionable advice? Work with leading scientists to deliver evidence-based advice on national and global issues. 📍 Canberra ACT (Hybrid) ⏰ Apply by 27 Jan 2026 https://bit.ly/45B5oBf
📚 Former Australian of the Year and renowned epidemiologist Professor Fiona Stanley AC FAA joins Barbara Miller on ABC Radio’s RN Breakfast to share what she's reading this summer – from Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Tim Winton. Listen: https://ab.co/4jwyuYr
Vale Prof Emma Johnston AO FAA FTSE The Academy is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of one of our Fellows, Prof Emma Johnston AO FAA FTSE. She was elected a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science in 2022 recognising her leadership in the field of marine ecology, 🧵 vimeo.com/762105195
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Wishing you a safe and happy summer – from all of us at the Australian Academy of Science.
With a 70-year record of transforming science excellence into national impact, in 2025, the Academy strived to boldly shape Australian science, research and innovation for decades to come. Read our 2025 in review: a future focus for Australian science www.science.org.au/news-and-eve...
2025 in review: a future focus for Australian science
Academy Fellow and winner of the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Science Distinguished Professor Lidia Morawska FAA FTSE signs the global pledge for healthy indoor air at an event held alongside the
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Congratulations to the 2026 recipients of Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) grant funding! The funding will support 23 activities that provide tangible benefits to early- and mid-career researchers across Australia. Learn more: www.science.org.au/news-and-eve...
Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) 2026 grant funding recipients
The Australian Academy of Science congratulates the grant recipients of the Theo Murphy Initiative (Australia) grant funding for the 2026 round.
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The Academy welcomes today's MYEFO announcement of $233m for CSIRO and $40.8m for ANSTO – a necessary first step towards rebuilding our national science capacity. However, more than a decade of R&D decline demands comprehensive reform. Media release: https://bit.ly/4qhz2DK
Geoscientist Dr Phil McFadden AO FAA recommends "The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism" by Martin Wolf – a powerful analysis of why the marriage between democracy and capitalism is unraveling worldwide, and what we can do about it.
Save the date for 'Science at the Shine Dome 2026': 15-17 September Don’t miss one of the only conference in Australia where you can hear about the breadth and depth of Australian science from the very best scientists in our country, all under one roof. Registrations will open in mid-2026.
When structural biology researcher Prof Jennifer Martin FAA isn't discovering how biological machines operate, she's discovering how other scientists operate with the podcast The Life Scientific. This BBC series explores what motivates researchers in 30-minute episodes. @scidocmartin.bsky.social
Vale Professor David Stuart Letham FAA (1926-2025) Stuart was a pioneering plant scientist who discovered cytokinins, transforming our understanding of plant biology. A Fellow since 1983, Stuart spent most of his career at the ANU's Research School of Biological Sciences.
🌊 Calling all ocean researchers! The Belmont Forum has launched its Oceans 2 funding call for international projects on ocean–biodiversity–climate themes. Australia is participating via FEA. 🗓 Info session: Thu 12 Dec, 9:30–10:30 am AEDT 🔗 Register: science-org-au.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
Congratulations to Nalini Joshi @monsoon0.bsky.social and team, who have been awarded $35m from the ARC to establish the ARC Centre of Excellence in Mathematics for Quantum Era Security and Trust (MathQuEST) #mathsky