The School of Media and Communication at Murdoch University, Western Australia, is inviting applications for the Atomicalia Short-Term Visiting Fellowship - a unique opportunity for researchers, artists, journalists, media makers and creative practitioners to work with the remarkable Atomicalia Collection.
The collection houses 2,500+ objects and artefacts related to ionising radiation and nuclear culture, spanning early 1900s scientific instruments through to Cold War pop culture, propaganda, art, toys, comics and more. Atomicalia is an incredible resource for exploring how the nuclear age shaped everyday life, imagination and public consciousness.
🗓 Key details:
• Applications open: 1 February
• Deadline: 31 March 2026
• Fellowships support 1 - 4 week visits
• Grants: up to A$2,500 (Australia) / A$5,000 (international)
• Open to applicants living outside Perth, Western Australia.
Fellows will have dedicated workspace access, support from the library team, and the opportunity to share their insights with the university community.
If you are interested in storytelling, media history, material culture or nuclear imaginaries, this is a rare and exciting chance to engage directly with a one‑of‑a‑kind collection.
📩 Applications and inquiries: Dr Lauren O'Mahony: L.Omahony@murdoch.edu.au
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Lauren O'Mahony
Murdoch University
Murdoch
Australia
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