Minister Barr: 2017 ACT Scientist of the Year Award open for nominations
- Written by ACT Government
Released 04/05/2017
Nominations are now open for the 2017 ACT Scientist of the Year, which recognises the achievements of an up and coming scientist and celebrates Canberra’s excellence in scientific research and innovation.
The ACT is fast becoming the education capital of Australia with a number of tertiary education institutions and research organisations located in the territory. The tertiary education, research and innovation sectors are some of the ACT’s largest employers and it is important that the ACT Government recognises the achievements of these sectors as we look to attract and retain the brightest minds in the country to Canberra.
The 2016 ACT Scientist of the Year Dr Fraser, who is a former ACT public school student, said being ACT Scientist of the Year had given her the chance to communicate her research and passion for science to groups around Canberra and Australia, as well as internationally.
“Being ACT Scientist of the Year has been fantastic for my research, my career and my self-esteem. I’ve met so many new people, and feel like I’ve helped some of them to choose a career in science. I’ve been able to build the profile of my research program, and have gained confidence in myself and the value of my work. If you’re a scientist working in the ACT, and want to promote the importance of science, I urge you to consider nominating for this award,” said Dr Fraser.
To be eligible, scientists need to have completed their PhD in the last ten years and be working in the ACT in basic or applied research and science in all fields of science, technology, engineering or mathematics.
Applicants need to respond to three selection criteria and provide two referee reports. The Award is accompanied by $30,000 in prize money.
Nominations must be completed online, with guidelines and further information available here: http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/communication/scientistofyear. Nominations close Thursday 15 June 2017.
The 2017 ACT Scientist of the Year will be announced during National Science Week in August.
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