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Director's Message
Dear Colleagues,
It is a tremendous pleasure to congratulate Matthias Wurdack (QST) on his award of a Schmidt Fellowship, which I believe is the first from ANU. Matthias recently completed his PhD with Prof Elena Ostrovskaya and is currently on a research trip to Jena. Matthias joins 32 remarkable young researchers from 14 countries, all selected for their interdisciplinary research and leadership potential. Over the past 6 years, Wendy and Eric Schmidt have sponsored 145 fellows from 34 counties with the aim of fostering an international community from the inception of their careers. Fellows will receive $100k/year for two years to undertake post-doctoral work anywhere in the world. Their projects are quite inspirational.
To my delight Physics spin-out, Nomad Atomics, hosted Minister Ed Husic for the release of the National Quantum Strategy, last Wednesday (image below is from Nomad’s LinkedIn). The NQS promises much for physics and represents a well structured approach, linking with regional initiatives.
The ABC TOP 5 Science is a two-week media residency is running again, sponsored by ABC Radio National in partnership with the Centre for the Public Awareness of Science (CPAS). The program is tailored for early-career researchers and involves a two week residency in Sydney at the ABC studios. Apply here.
In partnership with the Breakthrough Prize Foundation, the Australian Academy of Science has announced support for Ukrainian researchers. The program offers support for colleagues to visit Australia, as well as support for access to facilities. Closes May 31st.
I received the two cheery images above almost simultaneously from Profs Jodie Bradby (Head, MP) and Cédric Simenel (Head, FTP) last Wednesday. Their photos build on the physics-y themed views from our new building over the past two weeks and I’m fully expecting a scene for next week which highlights the remaining phase of water.
Stay warm,
Tim |
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ANU Ally Network Training At Physics
Do you consider yourself an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community or would like to know more? The Physics Equity & Diversity Committee invites you to attend free ally training on Friday 19 May at 11am in the new Physics building.
Register now! » read more
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CEAT Strategic Investment Program (SIP) - EOI Now Open
CEAT have opened applications for the next round of the CEAT’s Strategic Investment Program (SIP).
- CEAT Strategic Investment Program (SIP)
The program supports ANU researchers to undertake projects that help to address challenges in the agriculture sector, through collaborations with industry.
EOIs are due to the Research Office by Thursday 11 May 2023 with Final Submissions due 26 May 2023. » read more
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Training Resources to Support Training Providers Under the New Energy Training Pathways Initiative
The purpose of this alert is to bring this publicly available opportunity to the attention of the ANU research community for further discussion on suitability by relevant research groups. Each opportunity will need to be approved prior to submission by the relevant ANU delegate.
If you are interested, please contact the College Research Office as soon as possible to enable us to advise ANU Enterprise. » read more
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Beautiful Nuclides Attract Positive Interactions
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An innovative interactive chart of nuclear data is attracting thousands of users from around the globe to the Research School of Physics’ website.
The chart, which displays information about all known isotopes, is a modernised version of a standard nuclear physics resource known as the nuclide chart, said its creator, physicist Dr Ed Simpson, from the Department of Nuclear Physics and Accelerator Applications. » read more
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DArT PhD Internship Opportunities
Canberra-based genotyping company Diversity Arrays Technology (DArT) is a global leader in DNA sequencing, genome profiling and biological data management. They work with thousands of organisms/species of plants, animals and microbes providing services to thousands of customers from around 70 countries.
DArT is looking for PhD students to undertake a fully-funded 6 month internship with a total support package of $20,000 to help them develop new and exciting products and services across their areas of operation.
Applications close 12 May 2023 » read more
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Australia India 'Unnati' Research Collaboration - Grants Now Open
For further information about the Unnati Research Collaboration Grants, please see the ARCH-India platform via this link.
Please contact the College Research Office if you intend to apply. Closing 15 May 2023. |
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Defence Innovation Network Pilot Project Funding Scheme - Funding Opportunity
The Defence Innovation Network (DIN) has opened their Pilot Project funding scheme. This is an annual, competitive program that supports cross-discipline university collaboration in New South Wales and ACT. ANU has recently joined DIN and is now eligible to partner with a NSW-based DIN member university where we have specific capabilities.
Up to four pilot projects will be funded with up to $150,000 per project for projects scoped for 6-12 months, and require researchers from 2 DIN universities.
Please contact the College Research Office if you intend to apply. » read more
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GYSS 2024 - Applications Now Open |
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WiQO - Women in Quantum Optics Postdoc Program
A two-year postdoctoral fellowship based at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics
Applications can be submitted via this link until May 15th 2023.
Letters of reference must be sent to the following email address: miriam.lorenz@vw.mpq.mpg.de » read more
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Preparing Competitive Tenders For Industry And Government
Thu, 25th May 2023, 3:00pm–4:00 pm
This information session for ANU research, academic and professional staff provides an introduction to tendering, including finding out about tender opportunities for Category 2 and Category 3 research funding.
Register here » read more
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Research Funding Opportunity: (Kraft Heinz) Barrier Solutions For Sustainable Food Packaging
The funding is proposal-dependent starting with proof-of-concept, typically ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 for a six month length project with the potential for expansion based on results and opportunities. The deadline to submit a proposal is 31 May 2023.
Interested researchers can register for a webinar on 1 May here.
Please contact the College Research Office if you intend to apply. » read more
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Circular Economy Round Table - Call For EoI
Transitioning to a circular economy is of growing interest to governments and industry around Australia. Please join an ANU Circular Economy Round Table to explore how researchers in this field can capitalize on this emerging opportunity. ACT NoWaste and CSIRO have been invited to deliver the Round Table opening remarks that highlight the role for research based solutions in the achievement of their visions. We will then move into an internal discussion that will facilitate informal conversations with and between researchers about the value they would derive from a concerted effort to engage around a circular economy theme. The Round Table will be preceded by refreshments and the opportunity to network with colleagues.
The event will be held at the aMBUSH Gallery on 5 June 2023. » read more
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2023 Scholarship AINSE ANSTO French Embassies (SAAFE) - Applications Open Now
AINSE, in partnership with ANSTO, the Embassy of France in Australia and the Embassy of France in New Zealand, are delighted to announce that applications for the 2023 Scholarship AINSE ANSTO French Embassies (SAAFE) Program are now open, for international travel in the period 1st October 2023 – 31st December 2024.
Applications close 11.59pm 1st July 2023 (AEST) » read more
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AINSE Early Career Researcher Grant 2023
Grants of up to A$10,000 available to Early Career Researchers from AINSE Member Universities and Institutions.
Applications are currently being accepted for the AINSE Early Career Researcher Grant from postdoctoral Early Career Researchers. Applicants must be in the first five FTE years of employment as an Early Career Researcher (with allowances made for career breaks) and be listed on an approved proposal to commence work at an ANSTO facility between 1st October 2023 – 31st December 2024.
For further information (including terms & conditions), and to apply, please visit the AINSE website.
Applications close 31 July 2023 |
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Staff Movements
Andrew Stuchbery will be away 29/4/23 - 8/5/23
Greg Lane will be Acting HoD in this period |
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CoS I.D.E.A. Website
Browse I.D.E.A.'s knowledge repository here. |
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2023 Wall Planners
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2023 wall planners are available now at the Physics Store. |
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Departmental seminars
Ms Luyao Wang - 8 May
Tunable electro-optic metasurfaces
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Professor Bruce Hobbs - 10 May
The Common Probability Distributions of Fragmentation and Aggregation Processes in Nature.
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School Seminar Program - 11 May
Capillary-driven self-assembly - Dr Suzie Protiere » read more
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Know your administrators...
Julie Arnold, Nikki Azzopardi, Belinda Barbour, & Petra Rickman » read more
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Know your student admin...
Liudmila (Luda) Mangos -
Higher Degree Research admin
C3.02C, Cockcroft bldg (Thurs 9:30-5pm) hdr.physics@anu.edu.au
Siobhan Ryman -
Physics Education Centre admin and HDR
1.05, Bldg 38A (Tues 8.30-4pm) ; C3.02C, Cockcroft bldg (Mon,Thurs-Fri 8.30-4pm) pec.physics@anu.edu.au |
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Mindfulness Practice For ANU Staff And Students
ANU Counselling and Wellbeing are running weekly 20-minute mindfulness practice sessions that are open to all staff and students.
Register here » read more
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Australian Science Policy Fellowship
2023-24 Round Open
The Australian Science Policy Fellowship Program is an initiative of the Office of the Chief Scientist that gives scientists the opportunity to work in a policy role in an Australian Government department for up to 12 months. » read more
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Measuring Metabolism Across Scales RFA - Now Open
The Measuring Metabolism Across Scales RFA will support two-year collaborative research projects focused on measuring and understanding metabolism across organelles and cells.
The maximum (total costs) budgets for the proposed projects are $500,000 for Expanded Projects and $250,000 for Focused Projects. All project awards will be for a 24 month duration.
Please contact the College Research Office if you intend to apply. Closing 1 June 2023. |
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2023 NSW Community Outreach To Physics Award
The Australian Institute of Physics in New South Wales has instituted this annual award as a means to recognise the work of individuals for community outreach to the discipline of physics. This Award now in its 10th year, seeks to acknowledge an individual, with a clearly notable record of work in contributing to outreach, physics education, and has demonstrated passion for the study of physics in New South Wales.
Nominations for this Award will close on 7th October 2023 » read more
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TechDev
The Fusion Manufacturing challenge
- Innovative new joining/bonding technologies for dissimilar materials, and
- Cutting-edge, non-destructive testing equipment to verify and inspect those bonds
- Neutron degradation materials
- Computation modeling for materials design and understanding
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Free Flu Vaccinations
To provide more flexibility for staff in 2023, the University is offering three options for receiving the free flu vaccination:
1. On campus at the ANU Medical Centre;
2. On campus at the ANU Pharmacy; and
3. Off campus by accessing a voucher code to be used at a Terry White Chemist (various locations throughout Australia). » read more
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What To Do If You Test Positive For COVID-19
If you test positive to COVID-19, please:
1. Inform your supervisor or course convenor.
2. Alert the University through this online form.
3. It is no longer required to report positive RAT tests to ACT Health, however it is strongly encouraged to do so, using this online form. |
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