Jess (Roe) O'Donnell

@carlatreloar @arc_gov_au Was just wondering the same thing Carla.

@arc_gov_au Hey @arc_gov_au is this happening today?

On Tuesday, we’ll be announcing the ARC’s 2024 Australian Laureate Fellowships. All Lead Chief Investigators will receive a notification email to check RMS regarding applications. Stay tuned for an update.

ARC DP EOI questions/poll: i) Did you get shortlisted on a ARC EOI (1 or 2) and ii) do you think now the EOI process is an improvement compared to the previous DP process? #ozchem @ARC_Tracker

@arc_gov_au @arc_gov_au will you be providing an updated calendar for the remainder of 2024 and into 2025? When you released the updated calendar last March it made a world of difference to us! We can plan ahead with confidence when we have this information. Thanks in advance!

Today we’ve released an updated Grants Calendar providing certainty for all current schemes. Key features: dates to Dec 2023, announcement periods in fortnightly blocks for all current schemes & extending the closing date for LP23 R1 to 10 May 2023. More: arc.gov.au/news-publicati…

@ARC_Tracker Thank goodness for @MehreenFaruqi

@historyinmemes Feels like there is @thedollop episode in this

During the mid-20th century, cats played an important role on ships as skilled rodent catchers. Sailors realized that having cats aboard helped control the population of rats and mice, which were notorious for damaging supplies and spreading diseases. These ship cats became valued members of the crew and were even given passports to acknowledge their contribution and ensure their safety during international travels. The passports for ship cats were a unique and lighthearted tradition. While they didn't serve any legal or official purpose, they were created to recognize the cats' role and provide a form of identification. The passports typically consisted of a small booklet with pages that included the cat's name, description, and an area for their paw print. When it was time to depart or dock in a foreign port, the ship's captain or crew members would present the cat's passport to the authorities as a fun way to document the feline's presence onboard. The cat's paw print, obtained using ink or paint, was added to the designated page, providing a personalized and whimsical touch to the document. This practice not only amused the sailors but also showcased the camaraderie they shared with their feline companions. While these ship cat passports were not legally recognized, they symbolized the close bond between humans and their feline shipmates. They served as a reminder of the cats' essential role in maintaining a clean and rodent-free ship, thus safeguarding the crew's provisions and health during long sea voyages. However, as the mid-20th century progressed and maritime practices evolved, the reliance on ship cats diminished with the advent of more effective pest control methods. With the decline in the need for ship cats, the tradition of issuing passports gradually faded away. Nevertheless, the memory of these seafaring felines and their unique passports continues to fascinate and entertain those interested in maritime history and the unique relationships forged between humans and animals at sea.

@RachaelHasIdeas What a score! Well done

@MFWitches Tweedledee and tweedledumb

Name this duo. Best answer wins a witchy prize. #NameThisBand

@paburr @arc_gov_au Congratulations Patrick!

@LatheJones_RMIT @ARC_Tracker And that’s just the average. For some FoR, it’s worse 😬

@ARC_Tracker 8% success rate is tough...

@ARC_Tracker @arc_gov_au Yes thought it might have just been missed. Regardless, absolutely thrilled to have these dates. Thank you @arc_gov_au

We’ve been listening to your feedback, and to provide you with more certainty, we’ve updated our Grants Calendar, with forecasting through to December 2024. Have a look at the updated calendar here: arc.gov.au/sites/default/…

@Itwitius Brilliant! Can’t wait to read another of your fascinating books!

'It's Alive! It's Alive!' Well, its printed anyway. Out on April 27th...

@climatecouncil Oh this is such heavy news 😢

It is with profound sorrow that we share news of the passing of our dear colleague and our friend Professor Will Steffen.

@arkfrancis So glad you asked! We also get these and also south coast NSW.

What the hell is THIS?? South coast NSW, Australia. About 1cm long body.

@RachaelHasIdeas @Qantas Ewwwww

@ARC_Tracker Do we know if all unis have received batches yet??

@alexcarthey Commiserations Alex. I’d been keeping an eye out for your name. Words won’t console you - but your skills can be put to such incredible use.

Update: Not funded. #DECRA23 #ARC This is looking very likely to be the point I join that so-called leaky pipeline of level B/C women. Suggestions for alternate careers for ecologists trained as academics very welcome please.

@Planographer @ARC_Tracker Is that the logic of the limitation? Or is it about capacity to undertake lots of projects?

Question for Australian #AcademicTwitter + @ARC_Tracker followers. To what extent do you agree/disagree that winners of ARC Discovery grants should be limited to holding no more than 2 grants at any one time so as to give others an increased chance of securing a grant?

@ARC_Tracker 😳

@alexcarthey Yeah - it’s a bit ridiculous isn’t it. 😞

Arrrgh