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CANBERRA, Australia, October 22, 2022 – After nearly three years, the Prime Minister’s Prize for Science (the Prizes) will return to the Parliament House in this capital city here.
It’s the 23rd annual edition of the prizes which made an absence since 2019, obviously because of the global coronavirus pandemic that broke out in December that year.
The 2022 prize recipients will be announced by the Honorable Anthony N. Albanese Minister of Parliament (MP), Prime Minister of Australia, and the Honorable Ed Husic, MP, Minister for Industry and Science (MOIS), at a presentation dinner on Monday, November 21, 2022.
Highly coveted Prizes, they are Australia’s most prestigious awards for outstanding achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation and excellence in science teaching.
The achievements of each recipient are testament to the enormous commitment shown to their field over many years, offering inspiration to other scientists and researchers to continue to strive towards their goals.
Importantly, their achievements can inspire young people to join the range of rewarding careers and science disciplines across Australia.
The Prizes are presented to Australian citizens and permanent residents who have made a significant contribution to the advancement of science, translated scientific knowledge into a commercial product of economic, social or environmental benefit, or have demonstrated excellence in science teaching.
Prize recipients share a total of Aus$750,000 in prize money each year. Each prize recipient also receives a Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science medallion, lapel pin and award certificate. The medallions were designed by internationally renowned artist Wojciech Pietranik and produced by the Royal Australian Mint.
The Prizes are presented across seven categories, including:
Prizes for research:
- Prime Minister’s Prize for Science
- Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year
- Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year
Prizes for innovation:
- Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation
- Prize for New Innovators
Prizes for science, mathematics or technology teaching:
- Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools
- Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary School
For more latest news on the Prizes, you may see them on Twitter (@ScienceGovAu), Facebook (@IndustryGovAu) and LinkedIn (/department-of-industry), or join the conversation online by using the hashtag #pmprizes. (✓)
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This story was updated to correct the lead paragraph that said the awards were already announced. Not yet.