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As part of AFRAN's 10th anniversary celebrations, we continue to highlight the diverse voices, expertise and perspectives that have shaped our network over the past decade. Today, we are pleased to feature Dr Reia Farrall-Anquet, a French-Australian lecturer whose work explores some of the Pacific's most pressing challenges. She is currently based in the Social Sciences department of the Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie. Having begun her career as a teacher of English, she

Over the past ten years, AFRAN has brought together researchers, educators and innovators committed to strengthening collaboration between France, Australia and the Pacific. As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we are proud to showcase the people whose work is helping build a more sustainable, resilient and connected region. Today, we are pleased to feature Dr Olivier Galy, Associate Professor at the School of Education at the Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie (UNC), whose

We need you to gauge the interest in establishing a research network of academics and industry researchers that wish to find potential partners and/or students in their field of interest. This short survey will allow us to collect the contact details of interested participants and understand what is expected by the future members to help form an efficient network. The function of this network can be described in several examples: Student - Academia/Industry: A student in Aust

The Australian-French Association for Research and Innovation aims at significantly supporting the development of research and innovation collaborations between France and Australia through a set of activities that raise awareness on areas of mutual interest in France and Australia, as well as untapped opportunities, at federal but also locally at regional, state and institutional levels. The Association plays an active role in running events and communication initiatives to

The ISC Regional Focal Point for Asia and the Pacific is now accepting applications for the first of two tutorial sessions in its Science Communication Training Programme. Eight science communication projects will be selected for a one-on-one, 15-minute mentoring session with a science communication professional from the Asia-Pacific region. The session is open to ISC RFP-AP Members, affiliated organisations, and early- and mid-career researchers with a project underway or in

As part of AFRAN's 10th anniversary celebrations, we continue to showcase the diverse people, perspectives and collaborations that have shaped our network over the past decade. Today, we are delighted to feature Jessica Coldrey, a multidisciplinary artist and sustainability practitioner whose work explores the connections between people, culture and the ocean. Rather than communicating through scientific publications alone, Jess collaborates with researchers, policymakers, ar

Australia's forthcoming association to Horizon Europe from 2027 marks an important milestone for international research collaboration. It will open new opportunities for Australian universities, research organisations and innovators to participate more closely in one of the world's largest research and innovation programmes. To support the Australian research community in preparing for these opportunities, the Embassy of France in Australia, together with its partners, is dev

The Embassy of France to Australia has just announced the launch of its High-Level Research Fellowship (Séjour Scientifique de Haut Niveau - SSHN). The SSHN Fellowship is open to PhD or postdoctoral researchers (0 to 5 years after completing their thesis) working at an Australian university for a one-to-two-month research placement in France. The aim of this programme is to facilitate and strengthen collaboration with academic researchers in scientific fields that are priorit

Young French-speaking researchers across the Asia-Pacific region are invited to showcase their research in one of the world's most engaging science communication competitions. The Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF) has officially opened applications for the second regional edition of My Thesis in 180 Seconds (MT180), with submissions open until 15 August 2026. Inspired by the internationally recognised Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition, first launched at the U

Over the past decade, AFRAN has brought together a vibrant community of researchers, educators, practitioners and innovators committed to strengthening collaboration between France, Australia and the Pacific. Together, they are advancing research, fostering partnerships and developing solutions to some of the region's most pressing environmental, social and technological challenges. As AFRAN celebrates its 10th anniversary—and in the lead-up to COP31—we are proud to launch ou