To lever further influence amongst the Treaty Nations Australian scientists are encouraged to take leadership roles within international research programs and to participate in their formulation and direction. Through publication in internationally refereed literature, presentations at international conferences, symposia and other meetings, Australia's Antarctic science program is regarded as standing alongside the best of international Antarctic research. Implement the FAO's International Plan of Action to reduce the incidental take of seabirds in global long-line fisheries. Key Scientific Output 1 Involvement in setting the direction of international scientific programs and forums relating to Antarctic issues, and contributing to their outcomes. As an interim arrangement, KSOs and Milestones for these two area are currently listed under the broader program heading of 'Atmospheric Sciences'.
Antarctic nations give strong support to space weather studies.
Key Scientific Output 1 Involvement in setting the direction of international scientific programs and forums relating to Antarctic issues, and contributing to their outcomes. Key Scientific Output 1 Involvement in setting the direction of international scientific programs and forums relating to Antarctic issues, and contributing to their outcomes. The Cosmic Ray program operates the only surface and underground recording station at polar latitudes. Interpretation of cosmic ray phenomena requires good spatial coverage in latitude and longitude of observations. These are essential elements in the worldwide cosmic ray observatory network.