The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science is part of the Inspiring Australia – Science Engagement Program.
This aims to:
- increase Australian community engagement with the sciences, through activities and events
- increase positive public sentiment and awareness of the contribution and achievements of Australian scientists and innovators
- improve communication between Australian scientists, the general public, businesses and government
- enhance focus on building skills and capability in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and digital literacy, in Australian schools and communities
- increase engagement and participation in groups under-represented in STEM.
The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are Australia’s most prestigious and highly regarded science awards. The prizes acknowledge: scientists and innovators across diverse disciplines and career stages contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems to science, our nation and humanity primary and secondary school teachers who inspire students to engage in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Celebrate demonstrated achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation, the practice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems, and excellence in science teaching!
