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World leading ANU scientists recognised among nation s best 25 May 2021 A plant biologist and geochemist from The Australian National University (ANU) have both been recognised for their outstanding contributions to their fields of science. Professor Dorrit Jacob s work is diverse, covering everything from how certain molluscs produce pearls, to how diamonds form deep inside the Earth s mantle. She s a pioneer in the emerging field of biomineralisation - or how living organisms produce minerals - and recently joined ANU as the first female director of the Research School of Earth Sciences. Professor Barry Pogson s innovative research has helped us better understand how plant cells communicate with each other about changes in their environment, paving the way for more drought resilient crops. ....