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From: RiAusNew inductees of prestigious Bragg membership
The Royal Institution of Australia will honour prominent Australian scientists and leaders with a prestigious Bragg Membership, in a ceremony to be held today.
On behalf of Patron, The Duke of Kent KG GCMG GCVO ADC, Mr Peter Yates AM FTSE, Chairman of The Royal Institution of Australia will formally induct Professor Nalini Joshi AO, Professor Alex Zelinsky AO, Dr Catriona Wallace and Emeritus Professor Helene Marsh as Honorary Bragg Members.
Named after the prominent Australian Pioneer scientists, Sir William Henry Bragg and Sir William Lawrence Bragg, Honorary Bragg Membership is the highest category of membership awarded by The Royal Institution of Australia and recognises excellence in scientific achievement and commitment to science in Australia.
‘In Australia, we are truly fortunate to have so many remarkable scientists and scientific leaders, who are each making a significant contribution to the future of this country and beyond’, said Mr Peter Yates AM. ‘We are pleased to welcome our new inductees and to celebrate the achievements of these inspirational people’.
‘By acknowledging and honouring our industry leaders we hope to inspire the next generation of scientists and STEM graduates who will play an important role in the development of Australia as an innovative nation’, he said.
The new inductees join 47 other distinguished Bragg Members including former astronaut Andy Thomas, developer of the HPV vaccine, Professor Ian Frazer AC as well as Nobel Prize winners, Professor Brian Schmidt AC and Dr Elizabeth Blackburn AC.
*The ceremony is part of a private function to be held in Sydney – photos supplied upon request.
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The Royal Institution of Australia promotes public awareness and understanding of science by producing thought-provoking and entertaining events, broadcasts and publications as well as education and teacher support programs. We produce and deliver Australia’s Science Channel, COSMOS Magazine, SCINEMA International Science Film Festival, Ultimate Careers for students, and a teacher resource tool – education.australiascience.tv. We make science fun, inspiring and accessible for all Australians.
