29 of the brightest scientists, engagement programs and STEM students have been named as finalists for this year’s Premier’s Science Awards.
Finalists this year range from a scientist researching the geological and environmental causes for mass extinction events, a professor renowned for artificial intelligence, an astronomer who helped commission the Murchison Widefield Array, and a primary school in the Pilbara.
The 2022 Premier’s Science Awards has seven categories, which include:
- Scientist of the Year ($50,000 prize);
- HBF Mid-Career Scientist of the Year ($10,000 prize);
- Woodside Early Career Scientist of the Year ($10,000 prize);
- ExxonMobil Student Scientist of the Year ($10,000 prize);
- Shell Aboriginal STEM Student of the Year ($10,000 prize); and
- Chevron Science Engagement Initiative of the Year ($10,000 prize).
Winners of the program, as well as the Western Australian Science Hall of Fame inductee will be announced at an awards ceremony to be held during the at Optus Stadium on Monday, 29 August.
Professor Peter Klinken AC, Chief Scientist of Western Australia, will be chairing the judging panel for this year’s program.
Professor Eric May, an internationally recognised leader across fluid science, thermodynamics and natural gas engineering, was announced as scientist of the Year 2021.
“Congratulations to all 29 Premier’s Science Awards finalists for their outstanding achievements in improving the quality of life for so many, and helping cement Western Australia’s place as a world-leader in scientific research,” said Premier Mark McGowan.
“These awards are key to the WA Government’s efforts to raise the profile of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and developing the skills for the jobs of the future.”
Science Minister and Deputy Premier Roger Cook added that the program underpins the develop of new industries and diversification with the economy.
“The achievements of the finalists in this year’s awards span across many disciplines and industries, and prove that scientific advancements and breakthroughs can come in many forms.
“I would like to congratulate each and every finalist in this year’s awards, and thank you all for your contribution to science, technology, engineering and mathematics.”
Finalists for the 2022 Premier’s Science Awards
Scientist of the Year
John Curtin Distinguished Professor and Laureate Fellow Kliti Grice
Curtin University
Professor YC Gary Lee
The University of Western Australia / Institute for Respiratory Health / Sir Charles Gardiner Hospital
Hackett Professor Kadambot Siddique
The University of Western Australia
HBF Mid-Career Scientist of the Year
Associate Professor Hayley Christian
Telethon Kids Institute / The University of Western Australia
Dr Natasha Hurley-Walker
Curtin University / International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research
Dr Ana Micaela Martins Sequeira
The University of Western Australia
Dr Ana Micaela Martins Sequeira
The University of Western Australia
Professor Ajmal Mian
The University of Western Australia
Associate Professor Danail Obreschkow
International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research / The University of Western Australia
Woodside Early Career Scientist of the Year
Dr Rebecca (Bec) Bennett
Curtin University
Dr Qi Fang
Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research / The University of Western Australia
Dr Nicole Hill
Telethon Kids Institute / The University of Western Australia
Dr Aaron Jenkins
Edith Cowan University
Dr Rachael Zemek
Telethon Kids Institute / The University of Western Australia
ExxonMobil Student Scientist of the Year
Nikhilesh (Nik) Bappoo
Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research / The University of Western Australia
Azadeh Ebrahimi Madiseh
The University of Western Australia
Kathryn Ross
Curtin University
Rebecca Russell
Curtin University
Frances Theunissen
Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science / Murdoch University
Shell Aboriginal STEM Student of the Year
Aaron Haji Ali
The University of Notre Dame Australia
James Hill
The University of Western Australia / Telethon Kids Institute
Brianna Ozies
The University of Notre Dame Australia
Tahlia Prior
Curtin University
Shoshanna Scott
The University of Notre Dame Australia
Chevron Science Engagement Initiative of the Year
Autism Academy
Curtin University
Dr Magda’s and Nerdy Nard’s Chemistry Zoom Party
Edith Cowan University
Innovation Central Perth
Curtin University in partnership with Cisco
Marble Bar Virtual World
Marble Bar Primary School
Peel Bright Minds
Peel Bright Minds, supported by Regional Development Australia Peel Incorporated
Star Dreaming
Curtin University / International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research / Yamaji Art / Prospero Productions / Last Pixel
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