SCIENCE ART FILM 2025 - Tank Girl

SCIENCE. ART. FILM. 2025

Discover what scientists think about the cultural meanings of science and explore what artists see in films about art. Join us for the last screening of the season -- Children of Men, June 4!

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Sullivan's creek on ANU campus, with Telstra Tower in the distance

Advancing Australia's Science-Policy System

A strong national science-policy system is one in which policymakers have easy access to the best scientific knowledge and expertise, and the capacity and resources to effectively interpret that knowledge to enable evidence-informed decision-making in government. 

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Lil Logan from the College of Science

Ask a student: Lily (Lil) Logan's Masters experience

"I’ve wanted to work in conservation for a long time, so when I discovered the opportunity to do an internship at Mulligans Flat through ANU, I knew it was the right choice for me."

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Science Circus International -  screenshot from video 7

Science Circus International recognised for bringing science beyond the classroom all around the world

Congratulations to Dr Graham Walker and the team and partners that make up Science Circus International (SCI) for winning Excellence in International Engagement at the Engagement Australia Excellence Awards!

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Welcome to the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science

The Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science is the leading centre in Australia for research, education and practice in science communication and engagement.

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New HDRs 2025
Tuesday, 06 May 2025

CPAS is proud and excited to welcome the most HDR students in its history. Our 2025 cohort will be studying a whole gamut of things -- from internet communities to conversations around conservation, from parasites in comics to genetics in classrooms.

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Science Circus International -  screenshot from video 8
Tuesday, 19 Nov 2024

Congratulations to Graham Walker and the team and partners that make up Science Circus International (SCI) for winning Excellence in International Engagement at the Engagement Australia Excellence Awards!

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Team UNESCO Chair at "Transforming knowledge for Africa’s future"
Tuesday, 29 Oct 2024

The UNESCO Chair recently participated in an international forum organized by the African Union Commission and UNESCO, focusing on “Transforming Knowledge for Africa’s Future.”

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