The 2024 Tasmanian STEM Excellence Awards are now open for applications, perfectly timed to coincide with National Science Week. This annual celebration shines a light on the incredible contributions of Tasmania’s brightest minds in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Minister for Business, Industry and Resources, Eric Abetz, highlighted the significance of these fields as pivotal drivers of societal progress and exciting career paths for the future.
STEM disciplines are becoming increasingly integral to a wide array of industries—from health and manufacturing to agriculture, construction, and professional services. The awards, now in their ninth year, have recognised 38 exceptional individuals since their inception in 2016, offering a platform to showcase the vital work being done by Tasmania’s top STEM professionals.
Past recipients of these awards include notable figures such as Dr. Margo Adler, Founding Director of Beaker Street; Neuroscientist Dr. Lila Landowski, a recognised #SuperstarsofSTEM; and 2023’s standout, computer and space scientist Mars Buttfield-Addison. These winners have earned not just accolades but also recognition that has propelled their careers forward, further solidifying Tasmania’s reputation as a hub of innovation and excellence in STEM.
The awards boast a total prize pool of $35,000 across six categories, which include the Premier’s Researcher of the Year, Early Career Researcher of the Year, the Minister’s Innovation of the Year, Primary Teacher of the Year, Secondary Teacher of the Year, and Communicator of the Year. This substantial prize pool reflects the importance of nurturing and recognising talent in these critical areas.
Minister Abetz encouraged Tasmania’s STEM community to seize this opportunity, saying, “The future of Tasmania, and indeed the world, will be shaped by those who excel in these fields. This is a chance to step into the spotlight and become a leader in Tasmanian STEM.”
Applications for the 2024 Tasmanian STEM Excellence Awards will close on Friday, 4 October 2024 at 6:00 pm. For those looking to make their mark in the world of STEM, this is a call to action—an invitation to be part of something larger and to lead Tasmania into a bright future.
For more information on how to apply, visit the official website
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