2026 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

2026 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science – Nominations closing at 5:00 pm AEDT on 18 December 2025. https://lnkd.in/gBUbfCMG

The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science celebrate demonstrated achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation, the practice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems, and excellence in science teaching. Science Teaching Prizes award teachers with prizes for excellence in teaching in any area of science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). The 2025 recipients were Paula Taylor and Matt Dodds.

There are 2 Science Teaching Prizes:
·        Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools
·        Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools.

A nominee for the science teaching prizes is someone who has made a meaningful contribution to science teaching. Each recipient receives a medallion, $250,000 in prize money, national recognition, and access to new opportunities and networks.