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An aerial view of the Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University campus, with a hot air balloon the Canberra Civic centre and Lake Burley Griffin in the background.
26
Mar
2026

ANU second among Australian universities for number of subjects in global top 20

The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) leads the nation in 11 academic subjects and only one other Australian university has…

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ANU campus
26
Mar
2026

2025 Renew ANU Content

Information on the topics below can still be accessed by clicking the links.If you have a question about 2025 Renew ANU content,…

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A woman in a garden smiles at the camera.
25
Mar
2026

Fair recognition for health care consumers involved in research

Consumers who are involved in health research would receive a standard hourly rate of remuneration, under a framework developed…

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a man standing outside a building, next to a concrete pillar poses for a photo.
24
Mar
2026

Two in three Australians worried about national security

Australians are increasingly concerned about the country’s security environment, and most feel the nation is underprepared for…

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Two doctors holding a self-collection cervical screening test.
23
Mar
2026

Screening blitz could achieve cervical cancer elimination among Indigenous communities within a generation

Research from The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) and The University of Sydney (USYD) reveals cervical cancer among…

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The Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF) based at ANU with Lake Burley Griffin in the background
20
Mar
2026

ANU and Michigan State University join forces to strengthen nuclear science research collaboration between Australia and the US

The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) Research School of Physics and the Heavy Ion Accelerators (HIA) have…

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The Orange-headed Rock Monitor (Varanus umbra) with its spotted grey body and distinct orange head
12
Mar
2026

Three new rock monitor lizard species discovered in northern Queensland

Three striking new species of rock-dwelling monitor lizards have been formally described from the savannas of north-eastern…

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Two red-and-green Macaws on a tree branch
06
Mar
2026

Analysis of ancient parrot DNA reveals sophisticated, long-distance animal trade network that pre-dates the Inca Empire

New analysis of ancient parrot DNA has revealed vibrant Amazonian parrots were transported alive across the Andes to coastal Peru…

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A black and yellow regent honeyeater on a tree branch.
02
Mar
2026

Scientists rescue the lost song of the critically endangered regent honeyeater

Scientists from The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) and the Taronga Conservation Society Australia have successfully…

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Image of the Milky Way.
26
Feb
2026

Record-breaking image uncovers turbulent web of gas at the Milky Way's centre

A team of international astronomers including researchers from The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) have observed the central…

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The First Nations Graduate Certificate of Management graduation class of 2026 in their graduation gowns and caps.
24
Feb
2026

ANU-APS developed management teaching course for First Nations students wins 2025 Australian Award for University Teaching

The Australian Public Service (APS) First Nations Graduate Certificate of Management Program, delivered by The Australian…

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Headshots of six individuals.
23
Feb
2026

People are overconfident about spotting AI faces, study finds

Can you tell which three of the face images above are AI-generated and which face is ‘real’? The answer is at the bottom of this…

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ANU students Lily Kelsey (left) and Malika Knapp
18
Feb
2026

ANU students embark on life-changing trip to the Indo-Pacific in record year for the University

A record 23 students from The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) will live, study and intern in the Indo-Pacific after…

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Three women at a graduation ceremony pose for a picture in front of an auditorium.
05
Feb
2026

Distinguished alumna Kim Jackson receives honorary doctorate from ANU

The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) has awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters to distinguished alumna and executive leader…

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The world’s most advanced drilling-equipped science vessel, Chikyu sailing in the ocean with Mount Fuji in the background.
28
Jan
2026

Ancient clay hidden under Japan caused rupture that triggered devastating 2011 earthquake and tsunami

A thin, soft and slippery layer of clay-rich mud embedded in rock below the seafloor intensified the 2011 Japan …

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22
Jan
2026

¾«¶«´«Ã½app Day of Mourning Message from the Chancellor and Interim Vice-Chancellor

Today, Australia observes the ¾«¶«´«Ã½app Day of Mourning to honour the 15 victims of the terrorist attack…

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An aerial view of the Kambri precinct at the Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University campus in Canberra, ACT.
21
Jan
2026

ANU continues to shine as a global research and teaching powerhouse

The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU)is the number one ranked university in Australia for the Social Sciences (35th globally)…

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Fire engulfing bush in the Northern Territory, Australia.
14
Jan
2026

Water cycle instability drove global water-related disasters in 2025

Ongoing shifts in the global water cycle amplified floods, droughts and heat extremes in 2025, according to a new report…

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A woman playing the violin
18
Dec
2025

ANU School of Music and ¾«¶«´«Ã½app Folk Festival announce new partnership

Music students from The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) will have the opportunity to learn from internationally acclaimed…

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04
Dec
2025

ANU releases Academic Portfolio Implementation Plan following extensive staff consultation

The Australian ¾«¶«´«Ã½app University (ANU) has today released the Academic Portfolio Implementation Plan, setting out a clear…

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