Categories

Awards are presented in the following categories:

Scientist of the Year

The Scientist of the Year is awarded to an individual for an outstanding achievement, or series of related achievements in any area of science that significantly advances knowledge and has produced or has the potential to produce an outcome of benefit to the community.

South Australian Young Tall Poppy

The South Australian Young Tall Poppy (Young Scientist of the Year) is selected from South Australia’s Young Tall Poppies, and is awarded to someone who has been an outstanding champion in his/her field. The Tall Poppy Campaign acknowledges Australia’s high achievers, in particular outstanding young researchers across all fields of science, engineering and technology, who are willing to share their passion and act as role models for school students.

The Tall Poppy selection process is conducted separately from the Science Excellence Awards process.

Science Educator of the Year

This award is open to individuals from the higher education and research sectors who have made an outstanding contribution to the enhancement of student learning.

Excellence in Research for Commercial Benefit

This award is open to individuals or teams who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in conducting scientific research and development including the transfer of knowledge to achieve outcomes of commercial and/or economic benefit.

Excellence in Research for Public Good Benefit

This award is open to individuals or teams who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in conducting scientific research and development and realising outcomes in social, environmental or other non-commercial benefit.

Constellation SA Award for Excellence in Collaborative Research

This award recognises teams that have shown excellence in collaboration where a significant benefit has already been or is being delivered between researchers and users of research that could lead to economic, environmental or social benefits for South Australia.