As Canberra celebrates its 100 year anniversary we present this film about a key institution on the Canberra scene The Australian National University. The ANU is one of Australia's most prestigious universities important not only to Canberrans but to the nation as a leading research institution. This film from 1956 is a survey of the scope and variety of research being undertaken at a post-graduate level. Heads of Departments explain what research is being undertaken in their various areas. The film features physicist Sir Marcus Oliphant. Produced by the National Film Board 1959. Directed by Ian Dunlop
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