About Us

An independent, non-profit academic association advancing Chinese medicine through research, recognition and international exchange.

Who We Are

We bring together distinguished scholars, educators and practitioners of Chinese medicine from Australia, China and around the world to advance research, uphold professional standards, and foster international academic exchange.

Our Mission

To elevate the academic standing of Chinese medicine worldwide through research excellence, professional recognition, and open international dialogue — building bridges between traditional wisdom and contemporary scientific standards.

Our Vision

A world in which Chinese medicine is understood, respected, and valued as an integral part of global healthcare and scholarship.

Science, Evidence & AI

The Academy is committed to studying Chinese medicine through the lens of modern science. We apply evidence-based methodologies, real-world clinical data and artificial intelligence to structure traditional knowledge, analyse clinical patterns at scale, and build a rigorous scientific foundation for the future development of Chinese medicine. This commitment is embodied in the Academy's own digital research infrastructure — including a structured materia medica knowledge base and an AI-assisted real-world evidence workbench.

Our Objectives

Governance & Structure

The Academy is governed by a dual-core structure comprising the Council and the Academic Committee, with a clear separation between administration and academic authority. The Council oversees governance and decision-making; the Academic Committee independently exercises academic assessment and standard-setting; and the Secretariat carries out day-to-day operations. Together they safeguard both the sound operation and the academic integrity of the Academy, in accordance with its Rules of Association and Australian law.

Council

The highest decision-making and governing body, responsible for strategy, deliberation on major matters, and oversight of operations and finances.

President · Vice-President · Secretary-General · Council Members

Academic Committee

The highest academic authority, operating independently of administration. It sets academic standards and conducts the assessment and conferral of fellowships and honorary titles.

Chair · Vice-Chair · Members

Secretariat

The standing executive office responsible for day-to-day operations, member services, event organisation, external liaison and records, reporting to the Secretary-General.