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Prime Minister’s Prize for Science Announced
Higher Education InsightThe award recognises those who have made outstanding contributions to their area of science with a prestigious honour and $250,000 in cash.
The Top Women in Science
Higher Education InsightA ranking of the top 1000 women in science has been released. Australia hosts 36 of them.
Celebrating 3 more Australian discoveries in health and medicine
Higher Education InsightHealth and medical research is one area in which Australia excels. We look at three recently published studies focusing on health and medical research in Australia.
SES indicates university students are more concerned about education quality than freedom of expression
Higher Education InsightFor the first time the Student Experience Survey has undertaken to measure perceptions of freedom of expression on campus, but it seems students themselves are broadly more concerned with the quality of their education.
Researchers who want to do research are attracted to industry, too
Higher Education InsightConditions in traditional academic roles drive researchers to seek alternative ways to conduct research.
5 Top Tips for Competitive Grants Applications
Higher Education InsightThe competitive grants landscape is fraught for Australian researchers. We’ve had a look at notes and advice from across the internet—from government information and ARC reports to university information and blogs on the topic.
New review for Australian Research Council bears watching
Higher Education InsightAfter a tumultuous few years, independent review of the ARC is welcomed as diverse stakeholders recognise weaknesses in its current processes.