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Director's Message
Dear Colleagues,
Many of you will know that the J.G. Crawford Prize is the very highest form of recognition of excellence in postgraduate studies at the ANU. It is a very precious accolade not only for the student, but also a source of pride for the supervisor and I feel the School as well.
It is truly a great pleasure to congratulate, Dr Kirill Koshelev (NLPC/FTP) on being awarded a 2022 J.G. Crawford prize for best thesis in the Science, Medicine and Engineering category. His remarkable thesis entitled, “Advanced trapping of light in resonant dielectric metastructures for nonlinear optics” has already been the source of several highly cited papers.
It is an equal pleasure to congratulate Dr Aleese Barron (now in MP) who undertook her seminal work, “Archaeobotanical applications of microCT imaging” using the X-ray scanning facilities in CTLab. Based in the School of Archaeology and Anthropology, CASS, Aleese employed Computed Tomography to develop new insights into how prehistoric crops were adapted and would become agents for technological and social change. Below, supervisor Prof Tim Denham is seen with Aleese (Image credit: Evana Ho / ANU), from a recent article about her work.
In their respective fields both Kirill and Aleese have defined new landmarks. Please congratulate them when you see them next.
At 3pm on Wednesday Prof Chris Barty, at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory for 17 years leading programs including the National Ignition Facility and more recently the development of laser-Compton X-ray sources. A team from CoS and CHM are currently evaluating if the ANU might host one of these amazing sources. Come and hear first-hand why these sources promise a new horizon for X-ray imaging and analysis across many domains. Please note that this seminar will be in-person only and there will be ample time for questions.
The School Executive will meet on Thursday morning. I invite you to consider topics for your representatives to table. Please speak with them, or better still become a member of a representative group. Speak to your Head of Department for details.
On Monday, I’m in Stawell representing the ANU on the company board that will manage the underground physics laboratory 1km beneath the wonderful landscape pictured below from Budja Budja (Halls Gap). Gorgeous country.
Have a great week,
Tim |
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Bunji Mentoring Scheme For HDR Students In Physics At ANU
When new HDR students arrive at our School they have a lot to take in, especially if they are new to Canberra or Australia. In order to help them settle in, we plan to instigate a Bunji* Mentoring program, whereby more experienced HDR students in the School are teamed up with new arrivals to help them get settled and to share some of their acquired wisdom as to how to navigate the School, the ANU and Canberra. How, when and how often you meet with your charge will be up to the pair of you, though we will organise regular events for Bunji and Mentors.
If you are interested in becoming a Bunji Mentor please email Physics HDR Student Admin. If you need more information then contact Vince Craig. » read more
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Professional Development Workshop - 8 Sep
This professional development subject is centred around Being solutions focused in a problems based world. Join facilitator, Melanie Greenhalgh, as she reveals the true impact of problems based thinking and how shifting your mindset to become solutions focused can help you succeed. You can connect with fellow ANU alumni in STEM fields, share your experience in a safe space and work on solutions together.
Date: Friday 8 September 2023
Time: 10am–1pm
Location: Innovation Space, Level 2, Birch Bldg, 35 Science Road, ANU
Register now |
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New HDR Student Welcome Week - 11-15 Sep
To welcome new HDR candidates and to enable their transition to University HDR life to be smooth and enjoyable, the Office of the Dean HDR are hosting a week of induction events on 11-15 September. This is a jam-packed week of face to face event and workshops designed to get your HDR candidature off to a great start - please register here.
As part of the September Induction week, the College of Science & College of Health & Medicine will hold a College Welcome Event on Thursday 14 September @ 1.30pm in the Physics Auditorium. Please register for catering reasons and come along to meet the College Dean, and Deputy Dean Education, as well as hear from current HDR candidates and supervisors as part of our panel sessions.
Our School induction for new students will be held on Monday 11 September at 1.30 pm in Room 3.03, new Physics building – an Outlook invite will be sent separately.
We strongly encourage you to attend all of these induction events and look forward to seeing you there! |
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College of Science Writing Workshop - 11-14 Sep
The College of Science is running a Writing Workshop for all members of the College.
This workshop is an opportunity to focus on your writing productivity and research outputs in the supportive company of other researchers.
When: 11-14 September 2023 (afternoon 11 Sep & all day 12-14 Sep)
What: ~13 hrs writing time, ~3 hrs peer review, 2+ hrs of panel sessions
Register at this link by Wednesday, 6 September 2023
For the workshop program, please see the College of Science Writing Workshop Handbook.
For enquiries, please contact eo.cos@anu.edu.au |
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EMCR Lunch & Social Gathering
When: 12:30 Wednesday 13th September
Where: Lvl 4 Oliphant Conference Room
All early and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) across all departments in RSPhys are invited to attend a free lunch at 12:30 on the 13th of September. Come and meet with other EMCRs from different groups within the school for a casual chat (scientific or non-scientific) as well as to discuss issues related to EMCRs. This will be also a chance to meet with the School Director as well as with the NECTAR (ANU Network for Early-Career Teachers, Academics and Researchers) representative. » read more
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Join us for a (Caffeinated) Community Event at MSI |
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On Tuesday 12 September, MSI will host a community event for all students, professional staff, and academic staff in the College of Science. The goal is to get to know each other. The mean to do that is, obviously, coffee!
Here is how it works: bring two cups, one to give coffee and one to receive coffee. Your coffee “to give” can be from your favourite cafe, or, even better, something you’ll make on the spot (I am looking at you, masters of the AeroPress).
WHERE: outside the Hanna Neumann building (West side, i.e. where the blackboard is).
WHEN: 12 September, 10-11am.
WHAT TO BRING: a cup of coffee and an empty cup (if you drink coffee). » read more
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Advice To Students From Early Career Researchers
The Optica and SPIE ANU Student chapter invites students to hear advice from current researchers at the Australian National University, ask them questions, and discuss potential career paths.
When: Thu 07/09/2023, 14:00 - 15:00
Where: Conference Room (R4.03), Bldg 160
Our speakers are three brilliant ECRs: Dr. Yana Izdebskaya, Dr. Daria Smirnova, and Dr. Josephine Munro. Come join us for a session that includes short presentations followed by questions and discussions, and tea and snacks at the end. Please bring your own cups. |
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ANU WiPEA Gala 2023
Join fellow Women* in Physics, Astro and Engineering for our second annual gala on Friday September 15th at 11:30am in Mary Reay Teaching center (superfloor).
Come celebrate and network with your peers in an afternoon filled with insightful seminars, interactive sessions and a job fair. Not to mention delicious food!
Register by September 5th! » read more
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NISDRG Round 4 - EOI Now Open
The Office of National Intelligence has announced the opening of the NISDRG Round 4 EOI , with a scheduled closing date of Monday, 25 September 2023.
The purpose of the NISDRG scheme is to support and identify excellent innovative research that deepens understanding of emerging science and technology that addresses intelligence and national security interests. In the 2024 round, only the Intelligence Challenges are open for EOIs.
This scheme is made up of two stages – an open EOI stage and an invitation-only full application stage.
If you are interested in applying, please contact the College Research Office to express your intent as soon as possible. » read more
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CoS Panel Event - 'Creating Effective Science Networks' - Fri 22 Sep
In an era where addressing complex challenges is paramount, it is widely recognized that multi-disciplinary teams are crucial. But how do we harness this potential at ANU? How can we foster multi-disciplinary connections to create impactful collaborations?
The College of Science Research Committee is pleased to present: 'Creating Effective Science Networks' – a networking and panel event.
Friday 22 September, 12-1pm (light lunch provided)
Seminar/Function Room (1.33/1.37), Hanna Neumann Building (145)
Please register here by Sunday, 17 September » read more
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CoS I.D.E.A. Website
Browse I.D.E.A.'s knowledge repository here. |
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College Hot Desking In Physics
Finance, HR & RM Teams
Thursday Mornings
Bldg 160 |
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Departmental seminars
Dr Carl Brusse - 6 September
Conceptual change and conceptual pluralism in science: the case of 'planet'
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New X-ray Technology Seminar - 6 Sep
Extremely Brilliant Compton Sources and Applications - Prof Chris Barty
When: Wednesday 6th September, 3:00pm
Where: Physics Auditorium (#160) » read more
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Director's Colloquium - 11 September
Analytic theories for magnetic skyrmions - Dr Karen Livesey » read more
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AIP WiP - National Lecture Tour - 11 Sep
Nano-magnets for biomedicine - Dr Karen Livesy » read more
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SAVE THE DATE - 14 September
Physics Education Centre Planning Day
Thursday 14th September, Mt Stromlo 9am-4pm |
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John Carver Seminar Series 2023 - 28 September
Physics Auditorium, 10am » read more
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Know your administrators...
Julie Arnold, Nikki Azzopardi, Belinda Barbour, James Campbell & 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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Know your Student Reps...
Elizaveta Melik-Gaykazyan, Logan Davis, Yosri Ben Aicha, Victoria Bashu, Aditya Babu
hdrsreps.physics@anu.edu.au |
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Cooperative Research Centres Projects - Round 15 is Now Open
The Research Management team would like to notify you that the new Australian Government Grant Opportunities (GO) and/or Forecast Opportunities (FO), Cooperative Research Centres Projects Round 15 is now open. » read more
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ICONN 2024 - Abstracts Closing 11 Sep
International Conference on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICONN) is the largest biennial Australian conference series in the field of nanoscience.
Abstracts submission closing September 11. Submit your abstracts here. » read more
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ANZCOP-AIP Summer Meeting 2023
The ANZCOP-AIP Summer Meeting 2023 will take place at the Research School of Physics, ANU on December 3-8, 2023.
The meeting showcases the work of Australia and New Zealand’s physics and photonics community.
Submissions are now open!
If you would like to be involved in the organisation and running of the conference, please contact anzcop.aip@gmail.com. |
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From The Equity & Diversity Committee....
Lecturer in Physics Wanted at Queensland University of Technology!
The position is open to people who identify as women only. This is a program to improve the under-representation of women in STEMM and is an equal opportunity measure under section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. » read more
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InSTEM Registration - Now Open
inSTEM is a networking and career development conference for people from marginalised or underrepresented groups in STEM, and their allies. It is an initiative of the ARC Centres of Excellence.
Date: Tuesday, 19 September – Thursday, 21 September
Location: Storey Hall RMIT University, NAARM/Melbourne
For more information and to register visit www.instem.io » 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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