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The Science Excellence Awards is South Australia’s premier event that recognises and rewards outstanding scientific endeavour, including its application in industry and the advancement of science and mathematics education.

Prizes

South Australian Scientist of the Year
One winner will be awarded in this category will receive prize money to the value of $20,000

South Australian Young Tall Poppy of the Year
One winner will be awarded in this category will receive prize money to the value of $10,000

All other categories
One winner will be awarded per category will receive money to the value of $10,000


Opportunities

As the State’s most prestigious awards for science and research, the Science Excellence Awards offer a unique opportunity to recognise and reward early career professionals.

For an individual, winning an award will raise their profile as an innovative leader of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and may lead to opportunities to:

  • explore new career pathways
  • travel within South Australia and Australia
  • increase credibility within a specific industry area, further enhancing professional image.

All winners are ambassadors of science at the State level and receive exposure in both print and electronic media.