The first all-sky survey by the x-ray imaging telescope eROSITA has been released, yielding the largest X-ray catalogue ever published. Along with the data, a series of scientific papers were also released today, including two by Australian researchers Dr Adelle Goodwin and PhD student Silvia Mantovanini from International...Read More

AAL is one of many collaborating Australian facilities supporting the Australian Academy of Science Ukraine-Australia Research Fund.Read More

The ESO Summer Research Programme is an unparalleled opportunity to engage with ESO scientists on a cutting-edge research project, join exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of ESO facilities, and more. Please read more for details and web links providing more information. Please note that applications close on Wednesday 31st January...Read More

On behalf of ESO and the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, AAL would like to bring several job opportunities to the attention of the Australian-based astronomy community.Read More

A global team led by Macquarie University’s Dr Stuart Ryder and Swinburne University of Technology’s Associate Professor Ryan Shannon have discovered the most distant fast radio burst ever detected, and one of the most energetic. The team determined its location and distance from Earth by using a combination...Read More

AAL is seeking nominations from members of the astronomy community and other suitably qualified individuals keen to serve in one of several capacities. Applications for all positions close on Monday 30th October 2023, 8:00 PM AEDT.Read More

AAL is currently seeking nominations for one vacancy on the AAL Board. The deadline for applications is Friday, 6 October at 8:00 PM AEDT.  Late applications will not be accepted.Read More

On behalf of the Australian Government Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR), AAL is calling for nominations from Australian-based astronomers to represent Australia on the ESO Council.Read More

AAL, on behalf of the Australian Murchison Widefield Array (MWA) Partners, is inviting applications from suitably qualified Australian-based astronomers to represent Australia on the MWA Board. Australia currently has four positions on the MWA Board, with one position to be filled through this open call. Applications close at...Read More

A vacancy has become available on the ADACS TAC committee and AAL is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates.Read More