Renowned physicist Dr Cathy Foley AO has been appointed Australia\u2019s next Chief Scientist.
\nDr Foley, who has spent the last two years as the CSIRO\u2019s Chief Scientist, will take over from Dr Alan Finkel AO whose tenure comes to an end in December 2020.
\nPrime Minister Scott Morrison said Dr Foley had the background needed to deliver during such a pivotal time in history.
\n\u201cAs we recover from COVID-19 and look to rebuild a brighter future, the role of the Chief Scientist has never been more important,\u201d Prime Minister Morrison said.
\n\u201cDr Foley has a big task ahead to drive collaboration between industry and the science and research community, as we look to create jobs for the COVID-19 recovery and for the future.
\n\u201cI would like to thank Dr Alan Finkel AO for his outstanding contribution as Chief Scientist over the past five years. He has been a valued and respected voice to Government, and I know he will continue to make a significant contribution to the Australian and international science communities.\u201d
\nMinister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews also thanked Dr Finkel for his service and said Dr Foley would bring a unique mix of experience to the role.
\n\u201cDr Foley is highly regarded in the scientific community, has extensive experience working with government, but most importantly understands how to drive collaboration between industry and researchers,\u201d Minister Andrews said.
\n\u201cWe know science will play a crucial role in helping to create jobs at this critical time, and Dr Foley\u2019s skills as a talented science communicator will help sell that important message.
\n\u201cLike me, Dr Foley is also a strong advocate for women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics and her lived experience will make her an important role model for aspiring young scientists.\u201d
\nDr Foley is the second woman to be named Australia\u2019s Chief Scientist, after Professor Penny Sackett, who held the role from 2008-2011.
\nDr Foley is a Fellow of both the Australian Academy of Science, and the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering. She is an accomplished scientist who has made significant contributions in the area of physics relating to superconductors.
\nHer appointment as Australia\u2019s Chief Scientist is for three years, starting in January 2021.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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