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Media Release
Major appointments to the CSIRO Board
5 October 2007
The inaugural Deputy Chairman of the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Board was announced today by the Minister for Education, Science and Training, the Hon Julie Bishop MP.
“Professor Cory has made a significant contribution to CSIRO Board deliberations as a member for the past five years, drawing on her extensive research experience and as the Director of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research,” Minister Bishop said.
Professor Cory is a pioneer in the field of molecular biology and is a passionate advocate for scientific education and research. Awards recognising her contribution to Australian science include the Avon Australia "Spirit of Achievement" Award; the Lemberg Medal, and the Australia Prize in 1998.
Professor Suzanne Cory AC, will assist with the governance of CSIRO, in recognition of the heavy responsibilities and workload of the Chairman of the Board Dr John Stocker. Dr Douglas Rathbone AM has also been appointed as a member of the Board.
Mr Rathbone has led Nufarm Ltd, one of the world's leading manufacturers of crop protection chemicals, for more than two decades. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia in June 2006, for service to the community.
“I congratulate Professor Cory and Mr Rathbone on their appointments. I look forward to working with them to ensure that CSIRO maintains and expands its role as Australia’s pre-eminent research organisation," Minister Bishop said.
The Australian Government provided a record level of funding for CSIRO in the last Budget with $2.8 billion committed over the next four years with an additional $244.5 million in new monies.
Media Contacts:
Minister Bishop’s Office: Tory Vidler 0414 228 727
Dept of Education, Science & Training: Media unit 02 6240 7300
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