The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are Australia’s most prestigious and highly regarded science awards.
The Prizes celebrate demonstrated achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation, the practice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems and excellence in science teaching.
The Prizes include:
- 5 Science Prizes, including 2 for innovation, that span diverse career stages and disciplines across science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
- 1 Knowledge Systems Prize that recognises the practice and preservation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems.
- 2 Science Teaching Prizes for primary and secondary school science teachers who inspire students to engage in STEM.
All information contained on this microsite is under a strict media embargo until the public announcement of recipients at the Prizes presentation event.
Find out more about the 2025 Prizes and 2026 Prizes nominations at industry.gov.au/PMPrizes.
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Prime Minister’s Prize for Science
Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation
Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems
Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools
Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools
Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year
Prime Minister’s Prize for Science
Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems
Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools
Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year
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