The Australian Academy of the Humanities congratulates Professor Tony Haymet, a world-leading oceanographer, chemist and entrepreneur on his appointment as Australia’s next Chief Scientist.
“The Academy of the Humanities has enjoyed an excellent working relationship with Australia’s Chief Scientists and we look forward to collaborating with Professor Haymet to best outcomes for Australia’s research and innovation agenda,” said Academy President Professor Stephen Garton AM FAHA FASSA. “The Learned Academies support the role of the Australian Chief Scientist in providing independent, expert, multi-disciplinary advice. In this regard, our aim is to ensure the nation’s Science and Research policy priorities draw on the best social and cultural research from the humanities.”
“The world is experiencing rapid and far-reaching social and technological change. The humanities empower us to think and act creatively, to understand how technological and social change impacts human cultures and societies, to ensure that change is effective in working for human betterment. The challenges of the 21st century require all our disciplines to collaborate for the best outcomes for the nation. The humanities are critical to Australia’s future, and we look forward to working with the Chief Scientist in this capacity. “
The Academy also thanks Professor Cathy Foley AO PSM, who ended her term in December 2024.
“Professor Foley demonstrated strong leadership and work ethic, and we appreciated the consultative approach she took to the development of the Nation’s Science and Research Priorities.”
Haymet is currently the Chair of the Board of the Antarctic Science Foundation. He was previously Chief of CSIRO Marine Research, then Marine & Atmospheric Research, founder of the “Wealth from Oceans” Flagship, and held the Established Chair of Theoretical Chemistry at the University of Sydney. He is an elected Fellow of the Australian Academy of Engineering (ATSE) and the Australian Chemical Institute (RACI).
