Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering

🎓 Emerging leaders shaping the future of science and engineering Next week, two talented early-career researchers are showcasing their cutting-edge work and sharing insights from their career journeys. 🧱 Dr Scott Menegon - Senior Lecturer in Civil and Construction Engineering, Swinburne University of Technology Scott is improving the seismic resilience of multi-storey buildings through advances in building codes, education and innovative structural systems. ⚡ Associate Professor Huacheng Zhang - NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow, Associate Professor in Chemical and Environmental Engineering, RMIT University Huacheng is developing artificial ion channels and membranes with applications in efficient separation, energy harvesting and neural signalling. 📅 Wednesday 12 November 2025 🕡 6:30pm – 7:30pm AEDT 📍 Melbourne and online Register now: https://lnkd.in/dqVNygDE

🤝 Meet this week's #FellowFriday — Distinguished Professor Lidia Morawska FTSE FAA, one of this year's new #ATSEFellows and winner of the 2025 Prime Minister's Prize for Science. A global leader redefining air pollution science, Professor Morawska’s evidence-based research has transformed how the world understands airborne transmission and air quality. Her leadership on practical health measures during COVID-19 helped inform public health interventions that saved lives worldwide. As Director of the ARC Training Centre for Advanced Building Systems Against Airborne Infection Transmission (Thrive IAQ), Professor Morawska continues to pioneer science that shapes healthier, safer environments. Reflecting on this week’s prize while receiving the award from Prime Minister the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, she said: “My dream is that the science we do is the basis of the decisions we make for society.” 🎙️ Next week, Professor Morawska will share her insights at our Queensland Division End of Year event: https://lnkd.in/gN3nXtUp 🔗 Learn more about her remarkable work: https://lnkd.in/g_e-kGK4

⏰ Only a few days left to apply for a #Propel STEM scholarship. ATSE, in partnership with the Australian Submarine Agency, is currently offering thousands of scholarships valued at $5,000 each through the Propel Australian Submarine Scholarship program. These scholarships will support undergraduate students studying priority #STEM disciplines at Australian universities, helping develop the next generation of experts who will shape Australia’s future defence and submarine workforce. To be eligible, applicants must: 1️⃣ Be enrolled as a domestic student at an Australian university 2️⃣ Be studying a Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science or other aligned STEM bachelor degrees 3️⃣ Have at least two years of full-time (or equivalent) study remaining in their degree 🎓 Apply now to be part of a nation-building opportunity: www.atse.org.au/propel 🕛 Applications close: 11:59am AEDT, 10 November 2025 💰 Scholarship payments begin: 2026

🎂 ATSE officially turns 50 today. On 6 November 1975, the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences was officially incorporated as a public company. Since then, we've elected 1480 Fellows to our Academy. In 1987 we added Engineering to our name to reflect the range of innovators in our Fellowship. For 50 years, ATSE has been the home of visionary engineers, scientists and technologists who have shaped Australia’s innovation landscape. This anniversary is a chance to celebrate the remarkable contributions of our Fellows across five decades, and a celebration of the ideas and impact that continue to define our Academy. As we look back on half a century of breakthroughs, we also honour the thousands of years of First Nations knowledge, ingenuity and innovation that sit at the heart of learning, discovery and collaboration on this land. That legacy inspires us as we champion the next generation of STEM leaders. Since 1975, our Fellows have delivered world-class solutions that strengthen industry, advance society and build a more resilient and prosperous Australia. Their expertise continues to guide the diverse and impactful workforce of tomorrow, nurturing students, emerging researchers and industry innovators to lead with curiosity, courage and purpose. Thank you to every Fellow, partner, supporter and future leader who has contributed to ATSE’s story. #ATSE50

📢 Calling all STEM educators & students. Join us for this year’s final Shape Your Future: Careers in STEM webinar to explore the diverse and growing career pathways in nuclear science and tech. 🎙 Unleashing the Atom - Unlocking the world of nuclear science and tech 📅 Tuesday 11 November 2025 🕚 11:15am – 12:00pm AEDT 📲 FREE registration: https://lnkd.in/gjXeA4D6 What will you learn? ✅ How nuclear science is used in real-world applications across Australia ✅ The exciting STEM careers helping to shape this critical field ✅ What skills, study paths, and passions can lead you into nuclear innovation Hear from leaders and rising stars in the field: 🔹 Dr James Tickner FTSE – Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at Chrysos Corporation, Dr Tickner pioneered PhotonAssay technology, delivering a faster, cleaner and safer method for analysing gold and other elements in mineral ores. His innovation is transforming mineral testing in the global mining industry. 🔹 Meghan Hennessy – An #ElevateSTEM leadership scholar currently completing her Master of Nuclear Engineering at UNSW, Meg works as a Licensing Officer at the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) supporting safe nuclear medicine production. She also serves as Treasurer of the Australian Young Generation in Nuclear (AusYGN). 🔗 Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gyNpu6pR

🌟 Throwback to an incredible week in Adelaide. Thank you to everyone who joined us as we welcomed our 2025 #ATSEFellows and celebrated Australia’s leading and upcoming innovators at the #ATSEAwards. The ATSE community came together to explore how applied science, engineering and technology are bringing innovation to life. We were privileged to hear from brilliant minds, connect with leaders across research, government and industry, and celebrate excellence, impact and future talent. 👏 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended and contributed, including our Fellows, scholars, speakers and partners who helped make this year’s events such a success. A special acknowledgement to our co-emcees, Professor Mark Hutchinson and Georgia Mason, for guiding us through the ATSE Awards Gala Dinner with energy, insight and warmth. 🔬 The Tech Demos, delivered alongside our Principal Partner Adelaide University, were a standout feature. Guests were able to engage with cutting edge innovations, meet the teams behind the breakthroughs, and experience the exciting future of Australian science and technology in action. 🎓 Thank you to our event partners for their generous support: Principal Partner: Adelaide University Gold Sponsors: CSIRO, Engineers Australia Silver Sponsors: Business Events Adelaide, Department of Industry, Science and Resources Bronze Sponsor: UNSW Event supporter: IP Australia As we celebrate ATSE’s 50th anniversary year, we look forward to continuing this momentum and working with our community to build a strong and innovative future for Australia.

ATSE's Fellows deliver impact all over the country, including at the highest levels of universities, industry and the public sector. Discover three of our Fellows leading universities across the country, demonstrating how engineers and technological scientists apply an evidence-based, rigorous approach to leadership that drives innovation, operational excellence, community and global impact. 🍷 Professor Peter Hoj AC FTSE FAA, Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Adelaide: a pivotal figure in the development and dissemination of wine technology in Australia. During his leadership of The Australian Wine Research Institute, Australia’s wine exports grew from $800 million to $2.5 billion annually in just five years. Professor Høj’s contributions to research and national science policy have been recognised through the Boehringer Medal and multiple appointments to the Prime Minister’s Science, Engineering and Innovation Council. 👩🔬 Professor Margaret Sheil AO FTSE FAA, Vice Chancellor and President of QUT (Queensland University of Technology): internationally recognised in the field of applied mass spectrometry and one of Australia’s most influential higher education leaders. Professor Sheil’s national impact extends across strategic science and technology policy. She serves as Chair of the Queensland Museum Network, Deputy Chair of Universities Australia, Chair of the Reef 2050 Independent Expert Panel, Chair of the Queensland Vice-Chancellors Committee, and member of The Australian Academy of Science Council. 👨💻 Professor Alex Zelinsky AO FTSE FAA, Vice Chancellor and President of The University of Newcastle: a world-leading researcher in robotics and computer vision, internationally recognised for his pioneering work in developing a novel technology for computer vision based human-machine interaction. His career continues to combine technical expertise with scientific leadership, shaping the future of intelligent systems and higher education in Australia. These leaders exemplify the impact of ATSE Fellows at the helm of Australia’s top universities, guiding the next generation of innovators and driving the future of science, technology and engineering.

👏 Congratulations to Distinguished Professor Lidia Morawska FTSE FAA on being awarded the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Science tonight. A new Fellow of ATSE this year, Professor Morawska’s work is globally recognised as redefining air pollution science. In particular, her evidence-based leadership on practical health measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 informed public health interventions that saved lives all over the world. Reflecting on the honour while receiving the award from Prime Minister the Hon Anthony Albanese, Professor Morawska said: ‘My dream is that the science we do is the basis of the decisions we make for society.’ We’re incredibly proud to see her remarkable contributions recognised at Australia’s most prestigious science awards. 🔬

ATSE President Dr Katherine Woodthorpe AO FTSE FAICD and CEO Kylie Walker have been meeting with federal parliamentarians in Canberra today, including the Hon Dr Daniel Mulino MP, Assistant Treasurer, Minister for Financial Services and the Office of Dan Tehan MP | Member for Wannon, Shadow Minister for Energy and Emissions Reduction. The discussions reinforced strong support across the Parliament for strengthening Australia's science and tech future, including: 📈 Investing to build Australia's economic complexity ⚡ Growing the country’s capability in renewable technologies 🔬 Ensuring the nation takes a holistic approach to prioritising R&D investment 🔍 Informing decisions on complex problems through independent evidence and expertise Constructive conversations like these strengthen the foundations for a resilient, prosperous and future-focused Australia powered by research, innovation and advanced technology. This evening, ATSE looks forward to celebrating the Prime Minister's Prizes for Science, honouring the inquiry, discovery and innovation work that's powering Australia's resilience and wellbeing.

🌟 Today’s #MentorMonday highlights mentor Dr Victor Loh, Head, APAC Medical Functions at W. L. Gore & Associates and his mentee Behrouz Aghajanloo, PhD candidate at Macquarie University. 💬 Dr Victor Loh shared: “For me, mentoring is both a responsibility and a privilege. It is an essential part of leadership as it allows me to contribute to the growth of future leaders while deepening my understanding of the next generation workforce that will shape the future. When you mentor others, you are often required to articulate your thought processes, values, and decision-making patterns.” 💬 Behrouz Aghajanaloo reflected: “Through my mentorship with Dr Victor Loh, I gained invaluable insights into professional growth, personal branding, and career navigation across academia, industry and entrepreneurship. His guidance helped me strengthen my leadership mindset, expand my network, and identify my key strengths and areas for improvement. The IMNIS program has been one of the most transformative experiences of my PhD journey, inspiring me to translate research into real-world impact and to contribute back to Australia’s innovation ecosystem.” 👥 This partnership shows how mentoring helps build networks, strengthens leadership and career confidence, and fuels Australia’s innovation pipeline. 🔗 Learn more about the #IMNIS program and how it’s showing graduates new opportunities in industry careers: https://lnkd.in/gd4r-AXs