Research & Initiatives

ADVANCING SCIENCE

The Academy supports and promotes research across the natural sciences, fostering collaboration and championing science in the national interest.

Scientific Collaboration

Connecting Australian researchers with international partners to address shared scientific challenges and accelerate discovery.

Science Policy & Advocacy

Providing independent, evidence-based perspectives to inform public understanding and national priorities in science.

Education & Outreach

Supporting science education and public engagement to build scientific literacy and inspire future generations.

Our Approach

As an independent academy, AANS is positioned to bring together leading scientists across disciplines, to facilitate dialogue between the scientific community and the wider public, and to advocate for the conditions that allow science to flourish.

Our research initiatives and programmes are being developed in consultation with our membership. Details of specific projects, partnerships and funding opportunities will be published here as they are launched.