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Australian Universities
Information on all universities in Australia.
Knight Science Journalism Tracker
A US-based service for journalists providing a broad sampling of the past day’s science news.

Science in Public
Media training and science communication service, including "Fresh Science".

Cosmos magazine
An online news and features service (and Australian magazine) that treats science as a natural part of culture.

Australian R&D Review
A monthly magazine that reviews developments in R&D in Australia.

ScienceAlert
Devoted exclusively to delivering Australian & New Zealand science, technology, and innovation news to science, industry, the media, government and the broader community.

Australian Honours
Includes searchable list of all Australians who have been awarded honours.
Australian Science Communicators
Australia's only association for professional science communicators, including science journalists.
UK Science Media Centre
Find out more about the London-based UK Science Media Centre.
Co-operative Research Centres
General information on all CRCs in Australia.
Australian Academy of Science
A major promoter of science in Australia.
The Lab
The ABC's gateway to science.
Catalyst
ABC TV's science program website.
Scirus
A search engine for science.
Behind the Medical Headlines
A UK website aimed at providing the public and health professionals authoritative and independent commentaries from leading medical experts on medical issues in the news.
Hayfever Expert
Expert advice to help cope with hayfever - UK website
Visible Earth
A catalogue of NASA images and animations of our home planet.
NASA Images
Free online gallery featuring photos and videos of NASA missions from its 40-year history.
Astronaut photography of Earth
The most complete online collection of astronaut photographs of the Earth.
NASA TV
Includes free live streaming events from the space agency.
US Geological Survey - Earthquakes
Includes information on the latest earthquakes in the world.
World Meteorological Organization - Severe weather
Contains information and maps on current cyclones around the world.

DIY Expert Search

There are various ways of doing your own searches for science expertise in Australia. Try the following websites:

	Expert Guide Online search engine
	Australian Graduate School of Management List of experts - Not searchable
	Australian National University, ACT ANU Experts LIst - searchable by subject or keyword
	Central Queensland University, Qld Research expertise - search via keyword
	Charles Darwin University, NT Find an expert - searchable list by name or area of expertise
	Charles Sturt University, NSW CSU Experts - searchable by keyword or subject
	Curtin University of Technology, WA Online directory of experts - searchable by keyword or name
	Deakin University, VIC Searchable list of expertise
	Edith Cowan University, WA Search for a spokesperson - search by keyword
	Flinders University, SA Directy of research and specialist expertise - not searchable
	Griffith University, Qld Printed copy expert directory available on request
	James Cook University, Qld Contact details only
	La Trobe University, VIC Contact details
	Macquarie University, NSW Searchable contacts directory
	Monash University, VIC Expertline - searchable database
	Murdoch University, WA Contact details only
	Queensland University of Technology, QLD Find an expert - searchable by keyword or area of expertise
	RMIT University, VIC Experts guide for media - searchable by expertise or name
	Southern Cross University, NSW Contact details only
	Swinburne University of Technology, VIC Media guide to staff experts - Downloadable pdf
	University of Adelaide, SA Find an expert - searchable by keyword
	University of Ballarat, VIC Search by keyword or area of expertise
	University of Canberra, ACT Expertise directory - fully searchable
	University of Melbourne, VIC Find an expert - fully searchable
	University of New England, NSW Expert Guide - keyword search
	University of Newcastle, NSW Directory of expertise - Searchable by keyword or name
	University of New South Wales, NSW Find an expert - searchable by name or keyword
	University of Queensland, QLD Search by topic or name
	University of South Australia, SA Find an expert - search by expertise field
	University of Southern Queensland, Qld Searchable database by keyword, name or category
	University of Sydney, NSW Find an expert - searchable by area of expertise or name
	University of Tasmania, TAS Searchable reference guide to expertise at UTAS
	University of Technology Sydney, NSW Expert search - by name or keyword
	University of the Sunshine Coast, Qld Media contact details only
	University of Western Australia, WA Research expertise - searchable by name, expertise or section
	University of Western Sydney, NSW Expert directory - search by name or area of expertise
	University of Wollongong, NSW Database of experts - search by keyword
	Victoria University, VIC Expert guide - searchable by name or subject keyword

	Latest releases \| Archive

	WOOLLY MAMMOTH DNA DECODED RAPID ROUNDUP: After thousands of years of extinction, the Woolly Mammoth has its DNA decoded this week in Nature. Experts respond. Thurs 20 Nov 08 SOIL CARBON RAPID ROUNDUP: Carbon released from Australian soils may be lower than previously predicted. Expert comments. Mon 17 Nov 08 ACID OCEANS RAPID ROUNDUP: An Australian study finds that 450ppm carbon dioxide is a tipping point for marine organisms. Experts respond. Tues 11 Nov 08 WATER ISSUES NATIONAL MEDIA BRIEFING: Experts discuss the water issues facing Australia over the coming summer months. Fri 7 Nov 08, 10am AEDT CLIMATE CHANGE AND INFRASTRUCTURE RAPID ROUNDUP: Australia’s water and energy infrastructure are most at risk from the consequences of climate change according to a new report by ATSE. Several Australian experts respond to the report. Wed 5 Nov 08 CAFFEINE AND PREGNANCY RAPID ROUNDUP: Experts comment on news that consuming caffeine during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of fetal growth restriction. Tues 4 Nov 08 SAFETY OF RECYCLED WATER RAPID ROUNDUP: Experts comment on the safety of recycled water in the water supply. Thur 30 Oct 08 GENETIC VARIATION LINKED TO TRANSSEXUALISM ONLINE BRIEFING: Study author discusses research indicating a genetic link to transsexualism. Mon 27 Oct 08 GENETIC VARIATION LINKED TO TRANSSEXUALISM RAPID ROUNDUP: Experts respond to Australian study. Mon 27 Oct 08 CLIMATE: URGENT CHALLENGE SCIENCE BLOG: A group of Australian scientists urge attention to climate change despite global financial crisis. Tue 21 Oct 08 2008 PM's PRIZES FOR SCIENCE RAPID ROUNDUP: Colleagues respond as the the 2008 Prime Minister's Prizes for Science winners are announced in Canberra. Thu 16 Oct 08 NEW CONCERNS OVER STEM CELL TOURISM ONLINE BACKGROUND BRIEFING: Scientists discuss new concerns over 'stem cell tourism.' Fri 17 Oct 08 at 10.30am AEDT NEW CONCERNS OVER STEM CELL TOURISM RAPID ROUNDUP: Australian scientists express concern over the promises of some overseas stem cell doctors. Thu 16 Oct 08 AUSTRALIAN FLU EXPERT, GRAEME LAVER, DIES RAPID ROUNDUP: Professor Graeme Laver has died in London after a brief fight with cancer. Colleague Adrian Gibbs responds. Tue 7 Oct 08 IUCN RED LIST OF THREATENED SPECIES - EXPERTS RESPOND RAPID ROUNDUP: Experts comment on the release of the 2008 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Tue 7 Oct 08 IUCN RED LIST OF THREATENED SPECIES - JANE GOODALL RESPONDS BRIEFING: Jane Goodall and Adelaide Zoo Director Chris West comment on the release of the 2008 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Tue 7 Oct 08 at 11.15am AEDT GARNAUT FINAL REPORT - EXPERTS REACT RAPID ROUNDUP: Experts respond to the Garnaut Climate Change Review final report. Tue 30 Sept 08 CARBON DIOXIDE EMISSIONS STILL BOOMING - NEW DATA RAPID ROUNDUP: Experts respond to new figures that reveal global CO2 emissions are continuing to increase. Thu 25 Sept 08 GOOD BACTERIA MAY PROTECT AGAINST DIABETES RAPID ROUNDUP: Australian experts comment on new research published in Nature this week that indicates ‘good’ bacteria in the intestine may lower the risk or severity of type 1 diabetes in mouse models. Mon 22 Sept 08 ECO-LABELS: A THREAT OR AN OPPORTUNITY? ONLINE BRIEFING: Will the trend of counting 'food miles' pose a threat to Australia's exports? Join us online when three experts discuss the issue. Mon 22 Sept 08 at 11am AEST GIVING CHILDREN PARACETAMOL INCREASES ASTHMA RISK - LANCET ONLINE BRIEFING: A NZ co-author of new research published in The Lancet discusses findings that paracetamol given to young children can increase their risk of developing asthma. Fri 19 Sept 08 at 12pm AEST GIVING CHILDREN PARACETAMOL INCREASES ASTHMA RISK - LANCET RAPID ROUNDUP: Experts comment on new research published in The Lancet that found paracetamol given to young children can increase their risk of developing asthma. Fri 19 Sept 08 CHEMICALS IN PLASTICS LINKED TO CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE AND DIABETES RAPID ROUNDUP : Experts comment on new research out of the US linking bisphenol A to heart disease and diabetes in humans Wed 17 Sept 08

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