Prime Minister's Prizes for Science - Science Prizes

Overview

The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are Australia’s most prestigious and highly regarded awards for outstanding achievements in: scientific research research-based innovation excellence in science teaching The prizes will award up to $750,000 each year for outstanding achievements. Information on the prizes for science teaching is on our Science Teaching Prizes page.The Science Prizes recognise the achievements and success of Australian scientists and innovators, and benefits to both Australia and the rest of the world. We welcome nominations of diverse candidates and those from a different range of backgrounds and geographical regions. There are 5 science prizes for science and innovation: Prime Minister’s Prize for Science ($250,000) Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation ($250,000) Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year ($50,000) Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year ($50,000) Prize for New Innovators ($50,000) Each prize recipient receives a medallion, lapel pin, prize money as described above and an award certificate.