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Dan Wheelahan retweeted
It’s not luck that Australia has one of the strongest biosecurity systems globally. Australian science is reducing the threat of pests and diseases that damage our economy and way of life.
This election, we're explaining how politicians' campaign remarks highlight the importance of science and research—even when they may not realise it.
#scienceonthecampaigntrail #ResearchAndDevelopment
@AustralianLabor @LiberalAus @Greens
ALT Image divided into two sections under the header #ScienceOnTheCampaignTrail. Top section features a photo of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton in conversation. Text quotes Albanese on security and Dutton on reliable science. Bottom section titled 'THE SCIENCE THEY RELIED ON' discusses Australian science addressing global diseases and threats, with the Australian Academy of Science logo displayed.
Dan Wheelahan retweeted
I studied at university but my own Mum was not afforded the same opportunity as me. She did eventually attend university much later in life doing post-graduate nursing and finished her career helping others to become nurses. Today, it is my aspiration for all Australians to have the opportunity that I did to attend university. @uniaus @PressClubAust
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Worth a read!
I'm excited to announce that I sat down - remotely - with an old mate and former colleague, @philmcraig, for a detailed discussion about my book, Meadow's Law, on his brilliant series, @MongersPodcast.
My book tells the extraordinary, tragic story of Kathleen Folbigg, and we explored the significant issues it raises about miscarriages of justice, and the need for a Criminal Cases Review Commission.
Meadow's Law is available in paperback and as an e-book and audiobook.
harpercollins.com.au/9780733…
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youtube.com/watch?v=P2gc0ncP…
Prof. Tracey Bunda from @UQ_News shed a few happy tears tonight as she was presented with AAUT Career Achievement Award for ‘a legacy of transformative leadership in Indigenous education”. Recognising uni teachers like Tracey was a nice way to kick off my 1st #UASolutionsSummit25
Our CEO @lukesheehyUA and Chair Professor David Lloyd with Professor Tracey Bunda from @Uq_news, the #AAUT 2024 Career Achievement Award winner, at the #UASolutionsSummit25.
Congratulations, Professor Bunda. 👏
On 25 Feb Ms Kathleen Folbigg will make her 1st major public appearance since her convictions were overturned, with Ms Rhanee Rego (@Rhanee__ ) who was instrumental in securing Ms Folbigg’s freedom at @uniaus #UASolutionsSummit25. Get your ticket now. ua.eventsair.com/2025uassc/d…
In her first major public appearance since her convictions were overturned in December 2023, Ms Kathleen Folbigg will share her story at the #UASolutionsSummit25 joined in conversation with solicitor Ms Rhanee Rego, who was instrumental in securing Ms Folbigg’s freedom.
In a world where truth and justice often depend on the courage of individuals and the breakthroughs of science, Kathleen Folbigg’s story is a powerful testament to how research and education can challenge injustice and drive societal change.
This is an unmissable session so book your ticket now - ow.ly/oIL450UWrOn
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Dan Wheelahan retweeted
Finalists include Academy Fellow Prof Glenn King (@UQscience) whose work has enlisted the help of spiders to develop eco-friendly insecticides. Now, his team @VenomsLab have discovered a molecule that prevents cell death during heart attacks or strokes.
Cast your vote for the Infensa team in the @uniaus #ShapingAustraliaAwards24 🏆
They are nominated for their work in treating heart attack and stroke with drugs from spider venom🕷️
❤️ Vote here: bit.ly/4hHx0Jn
@VenomsLab @n_palpant @nat_toxinology
The Fed. electorates taking the biggest economic hit & hurting the most from MD107 include: @CatherineKingMP @gedkearney @LukeGoslingMP @Mon4Kooyong @DanielMulinoMP @AlisonByrnesMP @Barnaby_Joyce @GHamilton_MP @IanGoodenoughMP @WilkieMP universitiesaustralia.edu.au… #auspol
The CEO of @uniaus @lukesheehy is calling on @PeterDutton_MP & @AlboMP to build Australia’s university sector, not wreck it this coming election year. The sector is caught in the middle of the phony war about international students causing Australia’s housing crisis.
The CEO of @uniaus @lukesheehy is calling on @PeterDutton_MP & @AlboMP to build Australia’s university sector, not wreck it this coming election year. The sector is caught in the middle of the phony war about international students causing Australia’s housing crisis.
Our CEO @LukeSheehyUA discussed Ministerial Direction 107, ESOS Bill, and international education with @Raf_Epstein this morning on ABC Radio Melbourne. @abcmelbourne @abcnews @abc
Read the full transcript here: ow.ly/3yZx50U9BTm
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Kathleen Folbigg says the complex and drawn-out process over how much compensation she should receive from NSW Govt, has rubbed extra salt into her wounds. How does that sit with you @ChrisMinnsMP & @michaeldaleyMP? Just get it done….before Xmas. smh.com.au/national/nsw/once…
Dan Wheelahan retweeted
Today, I got an up-close look at how university researchers are improving the lives of all Australians. At @UOW, I met three of our Shaping Australia Awards finalists delivering game-changing projects—from the world’s cheapest green hydrogen @HysataH2, to empowering regional businesses to thrive @iaccelerate, and building inclusive playgrounds for young adults with disabilities @ShooshiDreyfus. You couldn't get better examples of why universities matter than all the finalists in our Shaping Australia Awards. You can support them by voting in the People’s Choice Award! 🏆 shapingaustraliaawards.com.a… #ShapingAustraliaAwards24 @uniaus
I saw up close how @carovinuesa stood up & spoke out for science and evidence-based policy, in the face of enormous hostility, in the case of Kathleen Folbigg. She continues to do so for others, on top of her day job. I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this prize.
Pleased to see that @carovinuesa has been included in the shortlist for the 2024 John Maddox prize "for her work using genetic sequencing to prevent unwarranted accusations of parents that they have harmed their children".
Dan Wheelahan retweeted
Congratulations @DavidCrisafulli on your weekend victory. We look forward to working with you to support a thriving higher education sector that can help support a more prosperous Queensland.
International education contributed $6.7b to the state economy last year and supported thousands of jobs across the state, which are being jeopardised by the Albanese government’s move to cap international student numbers.
ow.ly/yKPi50TU8xO
@jasonclareMP @QldGov
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Dan Wheelahan retweeted
This analysis piece published on @abcnews over the weekend shows just how much international education contributed to the economies of each state last year, which in the ACT was a staggering 57% of it’s foreign income.
abc.net.au/news/2024-10-26/h…
Last week @uniaus CEO @LukeSheehyUA warned universities, not by choice but out of necessity, are now taking cost-saving measures to offset the revenue loss from fewer reduced international students as a result of the Albanese government’s move to cap international student numbers.
#auspol #highered #internationalstudent @JasonClareMP
Sophisticated cyber security threats are rising & impacting a growing number of Aussies & critical infrastructure. Thankfully cyber experts in Australia’s unis at @RMIT @EdithCowanUni @Deakin @UQ_News @Macquarie_Uni @UOW @UNSW @jcu along with @ASDGovAu & others are fighting back
UA supports the 2024 Cyber Security Legislative Package, but we have concerns about increased reporting obligations and duplication for universities.
The introduction of mandatory ransomware reporting seems duplicative without clear additional benefit. We’ve suggested ways to align these requirements in our submission.
With significant cyber expertise in Australian universities, we urge government agencies to keep collaborating with us on implementation to ensure clear guidance is provided.
Read the full submission here - ow.ly/2oTK50TT2Ps
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While the Fed. Govt continues to defend its (int. students) caps, there’s a growing backlash underway, including from within, writes @jacobgreber in a piece published today. Former Vic. premier & @victoriauninews @BracksSteve calls in an "absolute debacle" abc.net.au/news/2024-10-26/h…
In 2023, tertiary exports brought in:
NSW - $17.9b (13% of their foreign income)
Victoria - $14.9b (23%)
South Australia - 14%
ACT - 57%
All are @AustralianLabor states & all will have noted warnings from the @RBAInfo that the caps could hurt their economies @LukeSheehyUA
Dan Wheelahan retweeted
“Teachers change lives” Prof Jagadish, president of the @Science_Academy. A beautiful introduction to the #PMPrizes breakfast with the 2024 Prime Minister Prize recipients.
How wonderful that scientist, Dr Iris Depaz is being honoured by @ATSE_au today for her contributions to medical research & the biotech sector, despite her passing. Hopefully this brings some joy to her family during a time of grieving. What a legacy. @sanofi @RBWHFoundation
We are honoured to celebrate Dr Iris Depaz FTSE.
Dr Depaz was a life sciences champion and medical research leader of the Translational Science Hub at Sanofi-Aventis Australia.
🔗 Read more: atse.org.au/who-we-are/our-f…
#ATSEFellows
Former Chief Scientist of Australia Professor Ian Chubb channels @Tim_Walz -"Mind your own business" when it comes to giving people the right to choose how they want to end their lives should they later be afflicted by life-ending, dignity and quality of life destroying diseases
Moving story from Ian Chubb: Given the choice, would my wife have chosen to 'let dementia take its course'? - johnmenadue.com/given-the-ch…