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Researchers honoured as 'Victorian Young Tall Poppies'Six academics from across the University have been recognised at the 2026 Young Tall Poppy Awards. Run by the Australian Institute of Policy and Science, the Young Tall Poppy Awards celebrate rising scientists who deliver outstanding research while helping build a public understanding of science and its value to society.
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In conversation series: summary of ‘How can we act for good?’ discussionRead the summary article or watch the highlights video from the first ‘In conversation’ session held on Wednesday 12 August. Hear University experts discuss questions including has acting for good always been part of the mission for universities, and should universities take a neutral stance on societal questions which have diverse moral positions?
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Deaf Art Science Festival to explore accessibility in emergency responseScience Gallery Melbourne will host the Deaf Art Science Festival on Saturday 19 September, bringing deaf and hard of hearing perspectives to conversations about climate change and emergency preparedness.
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Research excellence recognised at Eureka PrizesAssociate Professor Karen Lamb and Science Gallery Melbourne were awarded prizes at the Australian Museum Eureka Prizes. Professor Emma Johnston AO's legacy was also honoured through the announcement of the Professor Emma Johnston Eureka Prize for Promoting Understanding of Science.
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Three new NHMRC Centres of Research ExcellenceUniversity researchers have been awarded $9 million from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) for transformative research into cancer, chronic disease and Indigenous welfare.