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The Australia Natural Science Foundation (ANSF) is an independent organisation headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. We are committed to advancing excellence in natural sciences and their applications through innovative research support, high-quality academic publishing, and meaningful international collaboration. With a particular emph
The Australia Natural Science Foundation (ANSF) is an independent organisation headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. We are committed to advancing excellence in natural sciences and their applications through innovative research support, high-quality academic publishing, and meaningful international collaboration. With a particular emphasis on building strong scientific bridges between Australia and China, ANSF serves as a catalyst for addressing global challenges in environment, health, sustainability, and technology.

To promote discovery, innovation, and practical application in natural sciences by:
A collaborative global scientific community where Australia and China work together as leading partners to drive evidence-based progress in natural sciences, medicine, environmental sustainability, and human well-being.

We provide seed funding, technical guidance, and partnership opportunities for projects aligned with Australia's national priorities, including invasive species control, mine site rehabilitation, and agricultural carbon farming.

ANSF proudly publishes the Australian Journal of Natural Sciences (AJNS) (ISSN: 3083-3515), an international peer-reviewed journal committed to rigorous methodology, academic integrity, and open dissemination of impactful research across natural science disciplines.

Leveraging expertise from leading institutions worldwide, we facilitate joint research, scholar exchanges, workshops, and technology integration to accelerate innovation.

We partner with government agencies, community groups, and industry to translate scientific insights into practical outcomes, contributing to Australia's environmental and biosecurity goals.
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