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FQA FELLOW ELECTED A FELLOW OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY Professor Bill Laurance FQA FAA FRS from James Cook University has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society for his pioneering research into the causes and consequences of human degradation of tropical forest ecosystems, in particular his work on the impacts of habitat fragmentation, logging, fires, infrastructure expansion, climate change and exotic pathogens. |
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Members' Gathering 2025 On behalf of the QAAS Council, the QAAS President, Professor Robina Xavier, has pleasure in inviting fellows and members to our 2025 Members’ Gathering, including the welcome to new members; This event will be held: Location: Queensland Museum Kurilpa, Corner of Grey and Melbourne Streets, South Bank, Brisbane, 4101 Date and time: Thursday, 16 October, 5.30pm – 7.30pm Dress: Business . Members will be able to learn more about the Queensland Museum and its exhibits while catching up with each other over drinks and canapés. Please RSVP via a.nazim@qut.edu.au and advise of any dietary needs. Your name tag on the night can include an area of expertise if you would like to provide the details with your RSVP. ' 
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| Food for Thought | Featured Fellow: Bill Laurance |
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