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New ANU Population Lab to empower cross-sector planning for Australia’s future
As Australia's population continues to evolve – with declining birth rates and increasing life expectancies contributing to an ageing society – planning for the future has never been more critical.
ANU researchers named on Highly Cited Researchers list
Twelve researchers from the Australian National University (ANU) have been named in the top one per cent in the world in their field on Clarivate’s…
Australia’s first university programs in nuclear safeguards announced
The design and delivery of Australia’s first tertiary qualification program in non-proliferation nuclear safeguards have been announced.
ANU research shines at ADSTAR Summit
The ANU Defence Institute’s presence at the 2024 ADSTAR Summit demonstrated the critical role of university-led research in advancing defence…
ANU researchers test dissolving metal with potential to transform fracture treatments
ANU researchers are testing a new metal that could transform bone healing and fracture treatments in collaboration with the university veterinarian…
ANU PhD candidate to use Yale Fellowship to explore childcare policies for women in developing countries
Economics PhD candidate Dyah Pritadrajati is the 2024 recipient of the Fox International Fellowship (ANU to Yale University).
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ANU researchers celebrated by Australian Academy of Science
Seven researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) were formally admitted to the Australian Academy of Science (AAS) at the Academy’s flagship event, Science at the Shine Dome 2024.
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ANU researchers named on Highly Cited Researchers list
Twelve researchers from the Australian National University (ANU) have been named in the top one per cent in the world in their field on Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers 2024 list.
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ANU wins $11.8m in ARC Future Fellowships
The ethics around humane exclusion for refugees, understanding why monarchies endure and the biodiversity impacts of plant invasion are among a number of research projects from The Australian National University (ANU) that have received federal funding this week.
The projects, led by 11 mid-career researchers at ANU, have been awarded a total of $11.8 million as part of the latest round of Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowships.
Enabling impact at ANU: Professor Lachlan Blackhall
Professor Lachlan Blackhall has always wanted to build things that change the world.
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ANU researchers have been talking with children about housing. Their stories should break Australia’s heart.
Children need housing. But that housing must be a home. To them, that means a safe, comfortable place they can play, learn, bathe and socialise.
Bluetooth technology unlocks urban animal secrets
Everyday mobile phones could be the key to a cheaper and more reliable way of tracking animals for ecology and conservation research, according to a…
Meta now allows military agencies to access its AI software. It poses a moral dilemma for everybody who uses it
Meta announced that it would make its generative artificial intelligence (AI) models available to the United States’ government in a controversial…
‘Horrifying’ trend: women are quitting jobs due to pressure from male partners
In an eye-opening address at ANU, Dr Anne Summers AO warned of the severe impacts of domestic violence on women’s employment.
ANU-led review highlights potential to ‘unleash’ Australia’s health workforce
An ANU-led review has found Australia’s health professionals face restrictions and barriers that are impacting the level of care they’re able to…
Australians who think inequality is high have less faith in democratic institutions: study
ANU research shows that concerns about income inequality in Australia are strongly related to dissatisfaction with democracy.
ANU establishes new Centre for Energy Systems
A new Centre that brings together pioneering experts in clean energy research has been established at ANU.
Sensational six: top honours for world-leading ANU researchers
Six remarkable ANU researchers have been honoured as leaders in their fields.
Can America remain a superpower with its reputation under fire?
Although America’s public image may be slipping, ANU research shows its power and influence remains unrivalled. For now.
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