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On 30 September 2026, the University of Sydney will host Visions croisées: French-Australian Artistic Encounters, a symposium exploring the rich artistic and cultural exchanges between France and Australia. Organised by ISFAR and the Department of French and Francophone Studies at the University of Sydney, the event will bring together researchers, artists and cultural practitioners to discuss the role of women in transnational artistic exchange, as well as contemporary artis

As AFRAN celebrates 10 years of connecting people, knowledge and expertise across France, Australia and the Pacific, our Pacific, Climate & Environment Profile Series continues to highlight the people whose work contributes to a more sustainable, resilient and connected region. Today, we are pleased to feature Constance Rambourg, Research Fellow at the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS), University of Wollongong, and Course Coordinator for Oc

As AFRAN celebrates 10 years of connecting people, knowledge and expertise across France, Australia and the Pacific, our Pacific, Climate & Environment Profile Series continues to highlight the researchers whose work is helping shape a healthier, more sustainable and connected region. Today, we are pleased to feature Professor Corinne Caillaud, Professor at the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney and Lead of the Pacific.Youth.Connect research group at t

As we continue our Tour d'AFRAN to celebrate our 10years anniversary officially launched two weeks ago in Noumea, you still got the chance to register for different events happening in almost every state and territories. For some of them, you even have the opportunity to follow online if not in your hometown. Don't miss the chance to celebrate with us!

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

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

On 17 June 2026, the University of Sydney hosted The Ocean Opportunity: Strengthening Blue Climate Action from UNOC3 to COP31, a high-level discussion co-organised by the Embassy of France in Australia, the Embassy of the Federal republic of Germany in Australia, the University of Sydney and AFRAN (Australian-French Association for Research and Innovation). Bringing together diplomats, researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society representatives, the event e

🌊 𝗦𝘆𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 - 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗨𝗡𝗢𝗖𝟯 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗢𝗣𝟯𝟭 ! 🇦🇺 Sydney, Wednesday 17th June, 5:30pm to 8:00pm. 💡 What to expect: a high-level panel co-hosted by the French and German Embassies in Australia, in partnership with the University of Sydney and AFRAN. 💬They will discuss how the political momentum and outcomes of UNOC3 can be leveraged to elevate the ocean as a core pillar of clim

Understanding Zoe has been awarded a $50,000 NSW MVP Ventures grant to develop UZPS, our AI pre-screening tool designed to help families identify early signs of neurodivergence before a formal assessment is reached. The need for this tool is urgent. In Australia, families wait an average of 3.5 years between first raising concerns and receiving a formal assessment. During that time, most children receive no structured support, missing critical early intervention windows. Th

A joint meeting of the Australian Institute of Energy, the Australian Nuclear Association, the Sydney Division of Engineers Australia, and the Royal Society of NSW — this year hosted by the Australian Nuclear Association (ANA) Orchestrated by Professor Matthew Hole, Australian National University Mathematical Sciences Institute and School of Computing Venue: Sydney Masonic Centre, 66 Goulburn Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Time and Date: 5:30 for 6 pm AEDT Wednesday 18 February 2