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Find out about the latest news, announcements and stories about science communication at ANU.

A person in a yellow coat looking at large floating pieces of ice and broken icebergs.
Monday, 21 Aug 2023
  • Research story

Humour for change? Melting ice and environmental fragility in the animated film comedies Ice Age: The Meltdown and Happy Feet Two

What does environmental fragility look like in pop culture?

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Ozempic product
Wednesday, 09 Aug 2023
  • Research story

Ozempic is in the spotlight but it’s just the latest in a long and strange history of weight-loss drugs

Time and again we return to the promise of a weight-loss drug, whether it’s a pill, injection, or tonic.

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Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023
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New researcher joining CPAS!

Meet the newest member of the CPAS team, Dr Fabien Medvecky.

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Persimmons scattered around a pair of tan pants.
Friday, 28 Jul 2023
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Hands-on STEM workshop in Canberra

Learn about how we return to ancient wisdom to solve today’s problems with this interactive workshop.

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Blue and white bubble with pink text that reads Pop!
Friday, 28 Jul 2023
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It's Kinetic: Science goes pop

An interactive Pop-up Book like you have never seen before!

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Saturday, 15 Jul 2023
  • Career story

ANU transdisciplinary scientist chosen for ABC TOP 5 Media Residency

Dr Ehsan Nabavi ensures that technologies shaping people's everyday lives are responsible.

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Monday, 03 Jul 2023
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We’re hiring! New role available to join the CPAS!

The National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science seeks to appoint one new lecturer position!

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Saturday, 01 Jul 2023
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CPAS Australia STS 2023 Spotter's Guide

A handy list of everywhere CPAS researchers will be popping up at the AuSTS 2023 conference.

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Wednesday, 28 Jun 2023
  • News

Why diversity, equity, and inclusion matter in science

Dr Viaña is a bioethicist at CPAS researching how to promote greater diversity, inclusivity, and equity in biomedical and health research.

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