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THE ANZAAS MEDALBackground In ancient Egypt, at the beginning of civilisation, man measured large in a world which reached as far as his eyes could see; the moon and the stars were just shiny disks in a dark heaven. Today, science has expanded man's vision beyond the natural horizons. The ANZAAS Medal suggests the progress from the pyramids of Egypt, 7000 years ago, to the scientific innovation and technology of today - only the moon and the horizons have remained constant in a changing world. "Is there a limit?" asked Hungarian-born Andor Meszaros, a sculptor of worldwide reputation who lived in Melbourne, Victoria. Meszaros was the designer of the ANZAAS Medal, first awarded at the 38th ANZAAS Congress at Hobart, Tasmania, on August 16, 1965. The ANZAAS medal is awarded for services in the advancement of science or administration and organisation of scientific activities, or the teaching of science throughout Australia and New Zealand and in contributions to science which lie beyond normal professional activities. The ANZAAS Medal is awarded to the winner at presentation during the annual ANZAAS Congress. Recipients 1965 Prof John Rustin Alfred McMillan |
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