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Director's Message
Dear Colleagues,
A heads up for a few events over the next few weeks. Firstly, the Minister for Science, Hon Ed Husic, announced the Critical Technologies Challenge Program this week. Quantum technologies will be the focus of the first round, closing 2nd July. Looking at the four areas, I’d think there are opportunities in all Departments. On this front, we’re in the final stages of a year-long co-design process with ACT Government to establish a regional “quantum hub” which no doubt will be augmented by our recent success in joining Quantum Australia, the organisation leading the Australian Quantum Growth Centre, again out of Husic’s office. By mid-year there will be loads to discuss around the funds available to the School. It’s a great time to be doing quantum physics!
The AIP is holding a Physics Careers event next Wednesday 29 May 2024, from 6.30-8.30pm on Level 4. There will be a live stream from national employers, followed by presentations from local employers and networking.
You will have seen an email from the Equity & Diversity committee about Neurodiversity awareness on 14th June. The workshop has limited places so please register early.
Above, a photo which appeared earlier in On Campus showing some of the restoration planting in the meadow between Parkes Way and the new building. The plan is to create a corridor for bird life connecting Black Mountain to the Acton peninsula (Photo credit: Elaine Obran/ANU).
Hope you have a relaxing long weekend.
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HDR Candidate-Supervisor Relationships Survey
ANU has partnered with the Australian Graduate Research Council and other Australian universities to gain a better understanding of workplace issues in HDR supervision relationships and management of these issues. This is important to our HDR community and research culture. The university has invested to support this project and gain insights into the issues relevant to ANU.
HDR students and supervisors are encouraged to take the time to complete the survey before it closes on Monday 4 June 2024.
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Physics Career Fair
Physics students are invited to attend the upcoming Physics Career Fair, organised by the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP) and sponsored by the Center of Excellences for Dark Matter Particle Physics (CDM) and for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems (TMOS), to be held at the Australian National University (ANU) on 29th May, providing a platform for industry leaders to connect with the next generation of physicists.
Date: Wednesday 29 May 2024
Time: 6.30-8pm
Location: Level 4, New Physics Building (#160), Mills Road, ANU Campus, Canberra
For catering purpose, please confirm participation to Cedric Simenel by Monday 27th of May CoB. » read more
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Energy Sector Trading Mathematical Model Development
Paid HDR internship opportunity with RWE Supply & Trading Australia: RWEST AU is currently engaged in the enhancement of trading tools, models, and displays tailored for the dynamic Australian energy and certificates market. While possessing significant commercial and trading acumen, RWEST AU recognises the importance of leveraging expertise in programming languages and mathematical modelling to refine these essential resources.
Applications are reviewed regularly and this internship may be filled prior to the advertised closing date of 22nd May 2024 if a suitable applicant is identified. Early submissions are encouraged.
For the full advert and how to apply, please head over to the APRintern website. » read more
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National Youth STEM Summit - 17-19 Aug 2024
The STEM Summit offers a dynamic three-day conference-style experience tailored for young Australians deciding what to do next after completing their first STEM degree or training. Delegates network with government, industry, and academic leaders while also benefiting from professional development workshops, engaging keynote presentations, and a comprehensive Careers and Study Expo showcasing the latest opportunities in STEM fields.
When: 17-19 August 2024
Where: ANU campus
Register here » read more
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3 Minute Thesis Competition
You are invited to test your communication and presentation skills at the 3 Minute Thesis competition which will be taking place in June and July.
3MT is an international competition for higher degree research candidates to showcase their research. Participants present to non-specialist audiences, giving insight into their research and its importance, in accessible and engaging language, for three short minutes, using only a single PowerPoint slide. 3MT is a hugely popular and thoroughly enjoyable annual event and we encourage our students to have a go!
There will be several heats of the 3 Minute Thesis:
- 18 June, 11.00am - RSPhys will be holding our local heat of the 3MT competition in the Physics Auditorium. All students who present at the RSPhys 3MT heat will be able to progress to the College of Science heat (dates to be confirmed, regardless of winning or not winning.
- 25 June - College of Science heat – further details (registration, time) to be confirmed.
- 25 July - ANU 3MT Final - the winners of the College round will progress to the ANU 3MT Final.
If you are interested in participating in the RSPhys 3MT heat, please complete this form by 9 June 2024.
Everyone is invited to attend to support the presenters! » read more
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8th HIA Symposium 11-13 Nov - Save The Date |
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The Heavy Ion Accelerator Symposia (HIAS) series has been organised at the ANU since 2012, and we look forward to bringing you its 8th edition in 2024. It is hosted by the Department of Nuclear Physics and Accelerator Applications at the Research School of Physics together with the Heavy Ion Accelerators (HIA) project funded through the Australian Government’s National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS). » read more
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ARC Linkage Projects Training by ANU
ANU Business Development Managers, College Research Offices and Associate Deans Research are pleased to offer a tailored training session for early, mid-career and experienced researchers to develop the best possible applications to the Australian Research Council's Linkage Project scheme.
When: Wednesday 5 June 2024, 9am to 12:30pm
How: Please register here (places limited)
Please contact Dr Don McCallum » read more
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CGA Winter Research Program |
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Annual Graduate School in Mathematical Aspects of Data Science
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The first Global School Series in Mathematical Aspects of Data Science will be held from Mon, Jun 24 2024 to Fri, Jun 28 2024 at the Darwin Convention Centre, in Darwin (Northern Territory, Australia. The aim of the series is to expose graduate students and early-career researchers to the beautiful and exciting mathematical theory that is needed in modern data science research.
Date & time
Mon, Jun 24 2024, 8am - Fri, Jun 28 2024, 12pm » read more
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Travel Grants Available - Annual Graduate School in Mathematical Aspects of Data Science
Multiple $500.00AUD Travel Grants are available to Australian citizens studying at Australian universities to attend the Annual Graduate School in Mathematical Aspects of Data Science in Darwin Australia from 24 Mon Jun 2024 to 28 Fri Jun 2024.
Apply here » read more
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RSB Director’s Seminar Series |
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"Opportunities and Challenges in Machine Learning for Genomics"
Dr Cheng Soon Ong
Monday, 22nd May 2024, 12.30pm
Scientific discovery is an interplay between observation and experimentation, and this talk looks at how machine learning can guide scientists towards better experiments. We discuss our experience in CSIRO, where we are researching, developing, and applying machine learning for scientific discovery. » read more
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NHMRC Equipment Grant Scheme - Now Open
The NHMRC Equipment Grant scheme provides institutions receiving NHMRC Grants with funding to help grant recipients buy items of equipment to support on-going, competitively funded health and medical research.
ANU has received $115,290 to expend in 2024. To distribute the funding, ANU runs a competitive internal application process.
Applications are now open and must be submitted to rii@anu.edu.au by 10am Tuesday 11 June 2024.
You can find the guidance and application documents at this link: NHMRC Equipment Grants - ANU Internal Scheme - Staff Services – ANU.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Research Initiatives & Infrastructure office rii@anu.edu.au should you have any concerns or queries.
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The Australian Institute of Physics 2024 Congress
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Abstract submissions are now open for the 25th Congress of the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP 2024) to be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Australia from 2 – 6 December 2024.
AIP themes will include:
- Astroparticle Physics
- Atomic and Molecular Physics
- Condensed Matter and Materials
- Nuclear and Particle Physics
- Physics Education
- Quantum Science and Technology
- Solar Terrestrial and Space Physics
- Theoretical Physics
- General Relativity and Gravitation
The abstract submission deadline is 7 June 2024 » read more
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College Hot Desking In Physics
Finance, HR & RM Teams
Thursday Mornings
Lv2 Tearoom, Bldg 160 |
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Departmental seminars
Professor Tongcang Li - 24 May
Quantum sensing with spin defects in 2D and 1D materials
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Ms Dana Jones - 29 May
Searching for gravitational waves from ultralight vector boson clouds
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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 (Mon-Fri 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...
Aditya Babu, Victoria Bashu, Jessica Wierbik, Hendrik Heimes & Elizaveta Melik-Gaykazyan
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Launch of The ANU Industry PhD Framework & Q&A Session On Industry PhDs
Date: Thursday 18 July 2024
Time: 10-11:30am
Location: RSSS Auditorium, 146 Ellery Crescent » read more
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Lunchtime Yoga
Lunchtime yoga sessions for 2024 are back! Every Thursday from 12:00 to 12:45 PM in the Conference Room (4.03), Level 4 of the new building. » read more
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Nominate Inspiring Women For ANU Building Names
ANU Vice-Chancellor Genevieve Bell calls on the community to nominate inspiring women for the building renaming project.
Nominations close Friday 31 May » read more
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The Ninth Pacific Rim Conference in Mathematics
The Ninth Pacific Rim Conference in Mathematics (PRCM) is a high-profile mathematical event that covers a wide range of exciting research in contemporary mathematics. » read more
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Australian Academy of Science 2025 Awards & Funding Opportunities
The Australian Academy of Science 2025 awards and funding opportunities are now open. Nominations for the Academy’s prestigious honorific awards for scientific excellence close on 1 May 2024. Nominations and applications for research awards, travelling fellowships and research conference funding close 1 June 2024. » read more
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AINSE Early Career Researcher Grants
AINSE has opened the 2024 AINSE Early Career Researcher Grants (ECRG). ECRs who are planning to utilise ANSTO facilities between 1st October 2024 and 31st December 2025 may be eligible to apply. Applications close 11.59 pm AEST 31st July 2024. More information can be found on the AINSE ECRG website. Please contact ANU AINSE Representative Ed Simpson if you'd like to discuss further. |
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Defence Innovation Network Forum On Nuclear-Powered Submarines
ANU will host the Defence Innovation Network Forum on Nuclear-Powered Submarines – For further information and registration details 'read more'.
Date: Thursday, 17 October 2024
Time: 11.00-14.30
Location: ANU » read more
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Free Flu Vaccinations
To provide more flexibility for staff in 2024, the University is offering three options for receiving the flu vaccination:
1. ANU Medical Centre (by appointment – available from 2 April)
2. University Pharmacy (walk-in – available now)
3. Off campus by accessing a voucher code to be used at a Terry White Chemist in Canberra and interstate » 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.
It is no longer required to report positive RAT tests to ACT Health » read more
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