Australian Academy of Science

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.

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Wishing you a safe and happy summer – from all of us at the Australian Academy of Science. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

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

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.

We are hiring a Senior Education Officer – Mathematics, a role focused on developing quality teaching resources for Year 7-10 maths teachers. 📍 Canberra (remote considered) 📅 Fixed term until Dec 2026 Learn more: bit.ly/4oxsf7l

Academy President Prof Chennupati Jagadish AC appeared on ABC's 7.30 to discuss CSIRO’s decision to cut 350 jobs after already losing 800 roles in the past 18 months. He highlighted that national R&D spending lags OECD averages, calling for stronger commitment to innovation. https://ab.co/4pJMxMc

Today's launch of Australia's AI Safety Institute comes at a critical time. The institute will drive AI safety research, testing, and best practice guidance—issues we'll explore at our next AI in Science event. Join our next event: 📆 9 Dec ⏰ 5.30-7.30pm 🏛️ Shine Dome + online 🔗 bit.ly/AIsciresearch

The Australian Academy of Science is excited to lead a delegation to Aotearoa New Zealand for Taikura, the second Tri-Academy Partnership Summit on Indigenous Engagement next week. 🎥 Watch Prof Tom Calma AO speaking at the inaugural event held last year in Canada.

Academy President Professor Chennupati Jagadish, AC told ABC NewsRadio this morning that the #CSIRO job cuts highlight the need to treat research and science as an investment, not a cost. Read the transcript: https://bit.ly/4o5PUfc

What further evidence do governments need? Indoor air quality isn't just a comfort issue – it’s an invisible barrier to access for millions of Australians with chronic health conditions that defines whether they can safely participate in education, employment, healthcare and community life.

Hundreds of millions in MRFF funds are sitting idle while labs close and researchers leave. The money is there – release the full MRFF. www.aamri.org.au/mrff #releasethefullmrff

Today, the Academy’s CEO Anna-Maria Arabia, independent MP Dr Monique Ryan, medical research bodies, and experts at Parliament House called for removing the arbitrary funding cap on the Medical Research Future Fund to support medical research and innovation as intended. #releasethefullmrff

🚨 A new report we released today calls for enforceable indoor air quality standards in public buildings, starting with monitoring and workplace reporting. Read the report: https://bit.ly/49E1ESl #IndoorAir

As a global authority on airborne particles, Prof Morawska has made significant contributions to our understanding of airborne transmission, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, where her efforts were pivotal in bringing crucial evidence to public health authorities. #PMPrizes

A special message from our President Chennupati Jagadish AC as the Academy farewells a champion of Australian science, Dr Jim Peacock AC FAA.

🚨 5.7 million Qantas customers just had their data exposed in a sophisticated cyberattack – a stark reminder that hackers will continue exploiting the very digital infrastructure we increasingly rely on.

Will AI be the most powerful tool for keeping us safe OR the biggest threat to our security we've ever created? Joins us to find out! ⏰ 6pm AEDT 📆 Tues 14 Oct2025 📍 Canberra + online 🔗 Register: https://aas.eventsair.com/public-speaker-series-2025/event-5 🎟️ $20 ($15 students) #AIinScience2025

“Just as access to clean water and food safety evolved gradually over decades, clean indoor air will follow the same path – gradual, sometimes messy, but driven by your actions." – Academy Chief Executive Anna-Maria Arabia addressing the assembled leaders.

Delegates from the Australian Academy of Science have arrived in New York City ahead of their role co-convening tomorrow's ‘Healthy Indoor Air: A Global Call to Action’ on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. 📄 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VvcGkF