Australian Academy of Science
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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
Read our landmark report: https://bit.ly/ASAF2035 #Science2035
“The risks to Australia of a 3°C warmer world” report paints a picture of what our world will be like to live in when average global surface temperatures reach 3°C, which is expected in the lifetimes of our children and grandchildren. Read the report today: www.science.org.au/supporting-s...
The risks to Australia of a 3°C warmer world
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November 27, 2025 at 3:52 AM
“The risks to Australia of a 3°C warmer world” report paints a picture of what our world will be like to live in when average global surface temperatures reach 3°C, which is expected in the lifetimes of our children and grandchildren. Read the report today: www.science.org.au/supporting-s...
Our environment and biodiversity are changing at a rapid rate, and urgent action is needed to halt this decline. Our submission emphasises that while we support the overall intent of these reforms, further development is essential to ensure these laws deliver meaningful outcomes.
November 25, 2025 at 6:54 AM
Our environment and biodiversity are changing at a rapid rate, and urgent action is needed to halt this decline. Our submission emphasises that while we support the overall intent of these reforms, further development is essential to ensure these laws deliver meaningful outcomes.
This isn't our first engagement on these critical reforms. We've been consistently advocating for evidence-informed environmental policy, and we'll continue to ensure science informs the decisions that shape Australia's environmental future.
November 25, 2025 at 6:54 AM
This isn't our first engagement on these critical reforms. We've been consistently advocating for evidence-informed environmental policy, and we'll continue to ensure science informs the decisions that shape Australia's environmental future.
The Environment Protection Reform Bills represent a critical opportunity to modernise Australia's regulatory framework and strengthen protections for our natural environment and biodiversity.
November 25, 2025 at 6:54 AM
The Environment Protection Reform Bills represent a critical opportunity to modernise Australia's regulatory framework and strengthen protections for our natural environment and biodiversity.
Read our submission: www.science.org.au/supporting-s...
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November 24, 2025 at 4:56 AM
Read our submission: www.science.org.au/supporting-s...
If Recommendation 46 is adopted, the Academy looks forward to working with the Government on developing a strategic PFAS research roadmap that will provide the evidence base needed to strengthen community trust in the safety of their water, household products and environment.
November 24, 2025 at 4:56 AM
If Recommendation 46 is adopted, the Academy looks forward to working with the Government on developing a strategic PFAS research roadmap that will provide the evidence base needed to strengthen community trust in the safety of their water, household products and environment.
The final Report of the Inquiry into the extent regulation and management of PFAS makes 47 recommendations, including several that align with our submission.
Read the full report:
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Read the full report:
www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentar...
www.aph.gov.au
November 24, 2025 at 4:56 AM
The final Report of the Inquiry into the extent regulation and management of PFAS makes 47 recommendations, including several that align with our submission.
Read the full report:
www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentar...
Read the full report:
www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentar...
We are looking forward to the insights that will emerge from this important event – and to Australia hosting the third summit in November 2026.
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Learn more: bit.ly/4o4Kcdq
November 21, 2025 at 12:45 AM
We are looking forward to the insights that will emerge from this important event – and to Australia hosting the third summit in November 2026.
Learn more: bit.ly/4o4Kcdq
Learn more: bit.ly/4o4Kcdq
Leader of the Australian delegation Prof Tom Calma AO will present a keynote presentation during the summit.
"We are building and strengthening Indigenous participation and inclusion of Indigenous knowledge year on year and learning from each other," Prof Calma said.
📸 Prof Calma at the last event.
"We are building and strengthening Indigenous participation and inclusion of Indigenous knowledge year on year and learning from each other," Prof Calma said.
📸 Prof Calma at the last event.
November 20, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Leader of the Australian delegation Prof Tom Calma AO will present a keynote presentation during the summit.
"We are building and strengthening Indigenous participation and inclusion of Indigenous knowledge year on year and learning from each other," Prof Calma said.
📸 Prof Calma at the last event.
"We are building and strengthening Indigenous participation and inclusion of Indigenous knowledge year on year and learning from each other," Prof Calma said.
📸 Prof Calma at the last event.
We also congratulate Professor Anita Ho-Baillie (@anitaho-baillie.bsky.social) of the University of Sydney, who received the NSW Premier's Prize for Excellence in Mathematics, Earth Sciences, Chemistry or Physics. She was the recipient of the Academy's Nancy Millis Medal for Women in Science in 2024
November 19, 2025 at 6:13 AM
We also congratulate Professor Anita Ho-Baillie (@anitaho-baillie.bsky.social) of the University of Sydney, who received the NSW Premier's Prize for Excellence in Mathematics, Earth Sciences, Chemistry or Physics. She was the recipient of the Academy's Nancy Millis Medal for Women in Science in 2024
The NSW Premier's Prizes for Science and Engineering also recognised Professor Brajesh Singh FAA (@prof-braj-singh.bsky.social) – elected a Fellow of the Academy in 2023 – a world-leading soil microbial ecologist from Western Sydney University. He was awarded for Excellence in Biological Sciences.
November 19, 2025 at 6:12 AM
The NSW Premier's Prizes for Science and Engineering also recognised Professor Brajesh Singh FAA (@prof-braj-singh.bsky.social) – elected a Fellow of the Academy in 2023 – a world-leading soil microbial ecologist from Western Sydney University. He was awarded for Excellence in Biological Sciences.
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How failure to regulate indoor air quality exacerbates health inequities
Introduction by Croakey: Governments have been urged to establish mandatory indoor air quality performance standards and a transparent national system
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November 17, 2025 at 6:27 AM
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Earlier this month the Academy launched a new report that provides the latest scientific evidence on the issue and explores the policy pathways to improve indoor air quality in Australia.
The science is clear. Industry is ready. Communities are calling for change.
#IndoorAir
The science is clear. Industry is ready. Communities are calling for change.
#IndoorAir
November 17, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Earlier this month the Academy launched a new report that provides the latest scientific evidence on the issue and explores the policy pathways to improve indoor air quality in Australia.
The science is clear. Industry is ready. Communities are calling for change.
#IndoorAir
The science is clear. Industry is ready. Communities are calling for change.
#IndoorAir