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Dr Rod Lamberts appointed as Engagement Director at Australian Academy of Science

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Perrett Laver
Published
25 Jun 2025
Industry
Research Technology & Innovation
Location
Australia

Australian Academy of Science appoints Dr Rod Lamberts as Engagement Director

Dr Lamberts is an internationally recognised science communication expert and has been a practitioner, researcher, consultant and educator in the field for nearly three decades.

Dr Lamberts created some of the first university science communication courses in the world.

He has also provided advice and guidance to an array of science-focused public agencies and NGOs, the university sector and private companies in Australia and the region.

He is a passionate advocate for science, having provided commentary and insight into science and its role in society for more than 20 years across multiple media platforms and formats.

Rod has a deep commitment to and extensive experience communicating the value and benefits of science.

Anna-Maria Arabia

Australian Academy of Science

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