PCST 2027 – a bid for the region

The ASC is underway with a bid to host PCST2027 in Australia.

The current conference committee consists of the following ASC members:

David Barbalet National Alliances Manager, Questacon – Department of Industry, Science & Resources
Dr Heather Bray UWA
Jirana Boontanjai Co-President, ASC
Niall Byrne Creative Director at Science in Public Pty Ltd
Dr Tom Carruthers Co-President, ASC; Client Partner, Ogilvy […]

We want your thoughts

UPDATED to include Diversity in STEM consultation

The ASC is calling for members to contribute to two public consultation rounds. Please get in touch with us if you are able to contribute to an ASC statement on the below.

The Science priorities and statement

A refresh of Australia’s national science priorities launched on Thursday, with the Albanese government […]

Bridging research and practice

The Journal of Science Communication is calling for abstracts as part of a special issue connecting science communication research and practice: challenges and ways forward.

This special issue of JCOM will be devoted to research articles, practical insights and essays focusing on the potential for effective and sustainable collaborations between science communication researchers and practitioners.

Find out […]

Unsung Hero of Australian Science Communication

The Australian Science Communicators (ASC) has just awarded its prestigious Unsung Hero of Australian Science Communication prize to Lyndal Byford of the Australian Science Media Centre (AusSMC).

The award recognises individuals who have made a significant impact in the communication of science but have not yet been acknowledged adequately for their contributions.

Ms Byford has been […]

The 2023 program is (almost) finalised

We have closed submissions for talks, and have an almost final program published on the website now.

We expect some minor changes as we receive last minute requests from speakers or find out about issues with availability, so please do check back often for updates.

See you all there soon!

Nominate an Unsung Hero for 2022

The Unsung Hero of Australian Science Communication is an initiative of the Australian Science Communicators. The award recognises our heroes in science communication who have not yet had the recognition they deserve.

Nominations are now open for the 2022 Unsung Hero Award of Australian Science Communication.

Nominate a peer via this form.

UPDATE: Nominations close at 9 AM […]

ASC Co-Presidents’ Message, Jirana Boontanjai and Tom Carruthers

We start this issue of SCOPE with a huge thank you to the membership for your continued support and our re-election into the Co-President role. We’re a little daunted by the list of things we’re tackling over the next 12 months, but we are excited by the challenge and the potential for success. A bit […]

Welcoming our new ASC Executive Committee members

Our new Executive Committee members were elected at our 2022 Annual General Meeting in November this year. The Committee is responsible for managing all the ongoing strategic and operational needs of the ASC at a national level.

Please join us in welcoming the new team! They’re excited to be leading you into the new year.

Dr Tom […]

2023 conference tickets now available

Tickets for the 2023 February conference are now available on the membership website. Now’s the time to grab that early bird ticket – they automatically run out on 31 December.

Keep an eye out for the abstract submission form in the coming days. There will a range of talk, panel, workshop and other engagement options. Note […]

The ASC is now an STA Member

As part of our strategic review, we have been seeking opportunities to increase the public value and relevance for ASC membership.

Over several conferences and meetings across the past 3 years, the ASC has considered becoming a member of Science Technology Australia (STA). Earlier this year we again discussed this at a National Council meeting, where […]