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Watch the #PMPrizes highlights reel or learn more about the 2025 #PMPrizes recipients: https://t.co/pHYmRkf0ND Get inspired to nominate for the 2026 Prizes.
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Interested in nominating someone for the Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems? Join us for an information session on: 📅 Tuesday 2 December ⏰ 2:00pm AEDT 👉 register now:
industry.gov.au
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Interested in nominating someone for the Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems? Join us for an information session on: 📅 Tuesday 2 December ⏰ 2:00pm AEDT 👉 register now:
industry.gov.au
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Interested in nominating someone for the Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems? Join us for an information session on: 📅 Tuesday 2 December ⏰ 2:00pm AEDT 👉 register now:
industry.gov.au
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Last night we revealed the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science recipients, recognising the best in Australian: 🏆 science 🏆 innovation 🏆 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge systems 🏆 science teaching. Learn more #PMPrizes: https://t.co/lpeGYXOm3s
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Nominations are open for 2026 #PMPrizes, so start thinking about who you’d like to see celebrated next year! 👉 https://t.co/wjnGanxci8
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Dr Nikhilesh Bappoo is recognised for 2 novel and accessible medical technologies. An ultrasound device to help healthcare workers find the right vein, and a ‘heart health in a box’ monitoring solution. #PMPrizes
🎉 Congratulations to Dr Nikhilesh Bappoo of VeinTech and Lubdub for receiving the 2025 Prize for New Innovators. #PMPrizes
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Prof Yao Zheng developed technology to produce #CleanHydrogen directly from seawater. This ground-breaking work is helping to accelerate Australia’s green hydrogen industry in the transition to #NetZero. #PMPrizes
🎉 Congratulations to Prof Yao Zheng of The University of Adelaide for receiving the 2025 Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year. #PMPrizes
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That’s a wrap! Thank you to everyone who tuned in to celebrate the achievements of these inspiring Australians tonight. 🎉 Congrats to all the recipients of the 2025 #PMPrizes. Learn more about their achievements 👉 https://t.co/ajzQt5zqS5
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Dr David Khoury applied #mathematics to translate scientific research into actionable evidence. This has guided drug development for malaria and vaccine policies. #PMPrizes
🎉 Congratulations to Dr David Khoury of the Kirby Institute at UNSW Sydney for receiving the 2025 Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year. #PMPrizes
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Prof Michael Wear built a free-market enterprise that promotes #EnvironmentalStewardship and helps younger generations connect with their heritage. His model draws on his deep knowledge of Saltwater Country, culture and science. #PMPrizes
🎉 Congratulations to Malgana man, Prof Michael Wear for receiving the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems. #PMPrizes
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Matt Dodds is recognised for his creative teaching methods. He’s equipping students from rural areas and diverse backgrounds with #STEM knowledge and skills. #PMPrizes
🎉 Congratulations to Matt Dodds of Glen Innes High School for receiving the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools. #PMPrizes
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🎉 Congratulations to Dr Nikhilesh Bappoo of VeinTech and Lubdub for receiving the 2025 Prize for New Innovators. #PMPrizes
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Paula Taylor has transformed #STEMEducation in primary schools in the ACT. Her dedication to teaching and mentoring is nurturing the next generation of students to take up #STEM careers. #PMPrizes
🎉 Congratulations to Mrs Paula Taylor from the ACT Education Directorate’s Academy of Future Skills for receiving the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools. #PMPrizes
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🎉 Congratulations to Prof Yao Zheng of The University of Adelaide for receiving the 2025 Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year. #PMPrizes
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🎉 Congratulations to Dr David Khoury of the Kirby Institute at UNSW Sydney for receiving the 2025 Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year. #PMPrizes
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Dr Vikram Sharma translated deep Australian research in #quantum #science into world-leading #CyberSecurity solutions. Companies around the world use this #tech to protect information. #PMPrizes
🎉 Congratulations to Dr Vikram Sharma of @QuintessenceLab for receiving the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation. #PMPrizes
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Distinguished Prof Lidia Morawska pioneered research into the air we breathe. She translated her discoveries into actions to safeguard #PublicHealth and our environment. #PMPrizes
🎉 Congratulations to Distinguished Professor Lidia Morawska of QUT for receiving the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Science. #PMPrizes
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🎉 Congratulations to Malgana man, Prof Michael Wear for receiving the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Knowledge Systems. #PMPrizes
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🎉 Congratulations to Matt Dodds of Glen Innes High School for receiving the 2025 Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools. #PMPrizes
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