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Last week, Landscape and Conservation led a tree planting on the land below the Research School of Physics. With the help of 10 volunteers, the team planted 31 native trees. These trees will provide habitat and food for a range of fauna and will eventually provide a shelter belt that will reduce traffic noise from Parkes Way.  

“Currently our Acton campus has over 9,600 trees and under the Environmental Management Plan we are looking to increase that number to 10,500 by 2032,” says Louana Gaffey from ANU Green. 

Volunteer Mehreen Jalib notes how fulfilling the planting was, “It feels amazing to know that we did something for the future generations today. Landscape and Conservation managed and organised the planting so well and helped us to be aware of what we are doing. Great learning and practice.” 

Image of Professor Richard Hartley | Photo credit: Felipe Messias/ANU

Professor Richard Hartley from the ANU School of Computing has been elected to the Fellowship of the Royal Society by the UK’s National Academy of Sciences. Professor Hartley has made scientific contributions of great intellectual depth in the field of computer vision and image understanding, especially in the mathematical underpinnings of the field.

He is one of the founders of the research field of multiview geometry, which is the technical foundation behind the computation of digital 3D models from sets of images or videos and enabled major advances in this area during the last two decades. 

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The inaugural ANU Environmental Sustainability Report (2023) is now available. This report highlights our environmental sustainability achievements in 2023, including converting four buildings from gas boilers to electric heat pumps, collaborating with traditional custodians to conduct a cultural cool burn, diverting 32 tonnes of food waste from landfill, launching the ANU Green Network and supporting several student internships and projects.

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ANU staff are invited to participate in a survey conducted by researchers from Queensland University of Technology and Griffith University that examines how AI tools are currently being used by academic, professional and seasonal staff in Australian universities for teaching, research and professional work.  The findings will inform higher education policy and practice, assist university staff to navigate the AI revolution effectively, and bridge the knowledge gap that currently exists regarding AI’s impact on higher education. Even if you do not use AI tools, your views on AI are still valuable.   

Survey closes 21 June 2024. 

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The Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) survey allows students to confidentially provide feedback on their positive and negative learning experiences at the University. Academic staff are recommended to promote this survey to their students to encourage student engagement.  

Survey closes Sunday 16 June.  

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Tuesday 28 May, 10am

Have you considered publishing a journal article? Discover tips and tricks from global publishing phenomenon Wiley. Learn how to optimise success when submitting articles for open access publishing and explore money saving agreements between ANU Library and Wiley.  

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Thursday 23 May, 3-4pm 

Gain an introduction to tendering at this free ANU Enterprise online information session. Learn about budgeting, costing, pricing and processes, including opportunities for category two and category three research funding.  

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Thursday 30 May, 4-8pm 

The ANU Malaysia Institute is hosting a free screening of award-winning Malaysian director Jin Ong’s directorial debut: Abang Adik with English subtitles. Abang Adik won critical acclaim in 2023 and garnered many awards at international film festivals for its realist portrayal of underclass lives, gripping storytelling and compelling performance.

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Wednesday 29 May, 3.30pm 

Substandard housing combined with energy insecurity to produce dangerously hot and often overcrowded living conditions in remote Northern Territory communities. Climate change is set to amplify this problem. In this panel, members will discuss the impact that housing has on driving health and social inequality and how we can protect human health through the design and build of homes, resilient to climate shock. 

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Thursday 30 May, 10am-12pm 

The Collaborative Practices Salon is an initiative of the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences Collaborative Cultures project, which aims to develop the collaborative culture of the University. This event provides a space for people to reflect on the practice of collaboration, partake in activities and to meet others interested in collaborative opportunities. This event is open to the ANU community and external collaborators and colleagues.  

Register by Monday 27 May, 5pm.  

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Thursday 23 May, 5.30-7pm 

In 2023, the first Australian soldier faced war crime charges following the Brereton report's revelation of murders by Australian Special Forces in Afghanistan. While significant, this charge alone doesn't fully address the moral implications. This lecture by the Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs covers why it's crucial for the Australian Defence Force, Australian Government, and citizens to delve deeper into systemic issues and prioritise the perspectives of victims and their communities.    

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Wednesday 29 May, 6-8pm 

In this lecture, Professor Luke Glanville from the Coral Bell School of Asia Pacific Affairs explores how enslaved Blacks and their descendants in the United States expressed their dissonance through slave songs, the blues, and jazz. By paying attention to Black musical engagement with dissonance, he suggests, we can better understand this enduring phenomenon of ‘humane domination’ and begin to perceive how it might be challenged and overcome. 

The event will feature Wayne Kelly on piano and James Luke on double bass. 

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Applications for round two of the Carers' Career Development Assistance Fund (CCDAF) is now open from Monday 20 May to Friday 14 June. CCDAF provides financial support for academic and professional staff with caring responsibilities, enabling them to participate in significant national or international conferences, workshops or symposia that contribute to their careers.  

New updates to the CCDAF procedure and application form will be in place for this current round. Staff who wish to apply may seek further information by contacting HRD.Development@anu.edu.au. 

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The 2024 ACT Emerging Scientist of the Year Award celebrates the exceptional work of local up-and-coming scientists, recognising excellence in research and innovation in the ACT. This award highlights the significant contributions of local scientists to science and innovation, inspiring students and young people to pursue careers in STEM. Nominations are now open, with the recipient receiving $30,000 in prize money. 

Nominations close on Monday 17 June. 

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Is there a woman throughout the University’s history, or should we say – herstory that inspires you? Eight ANU buildings are set to be renamed to honour outstanding women in the University’s legacy. 

As part of the University’s commitment to gender equity and inclusion, the ANU Gender Equity Strategy includes a focus on how the campus environment reflects and influences equity. Don't miss out on the opportunity to nominate an inspiring woman to be reflected in the campus infrastructure. 

Nominations close Friday 31 May.  

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Thursday 23 May 2024 is the official date for the Cancer Council – Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea is a community event that raises vital funds to make a big different for those impacted by cancer. The funds received from this event will go towards research, support, and prevention.  

Hosting a morning tea with your division or college during the months of May or June is a fun and rewarding way to support the event and help save lives.  

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