The finalists for the 2025 Premier’s Science Awards (PSA) have been announced, celebrating the incredible scientific research, education and community engagement happening right here in Western Australia (WA).
Now in its 24th year, the PSA continues to shine a spotlight on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and the people driving scientific progress in our State.
“These awards not only recognise the achievements of our world-class researchers, educators and students, but also help inspire the next generation to pursue STEM careers,” said Premier Roger Cook.
This year, 38 finalists have been selected across 10 categories, including Scientist of the Year, for which the winner will receive $50,000.
Winners of the remaining nine categories, including the new Government Science Project of the Year and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scientist of the Year, will each receive $10,000, bringing the total prize pool to $140,000.
The awards recognise WA researchers, students, educators and engagement providers who are applying their scientific expertise to solve real-world problems, improve lives, protect the environment, and understand the universe.
“I congratulate all 38 finalists and look forward to celebrating their achievements later this year.”
The finalists were selected by esteemed judging panels, bringing together leading experts to oversee a rigorous assessment process.
For the second consecutive year, members of the public are invited to take part by voting in the People’s Choice Award. Voting is now open and will run for approximately three weeks, with the winner to be announced at the official awards ceremony later this year.
Learn more about the 2025 Premier's Science Awards finalists
Scientist of the Year
Show more- Professor Charitha Pattiaratchi
- Professor Jacqueline Batley
- Professor Thomas Wernberg
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scientist of the Year
Show more- Associate Professor Glenn Pearson
- Dr Jessica Buck
- Professor Rhonda Marriott AM
- Professor Stephen John van Leeuwen
Mid-Career Scientist of the Year
Show more- Professor Asha Bowen OAM
- Professor Cathryn Margaret Trott
- Professor Gina Trapp
- Professor Nick Golding
- Professor Sascha Schediwy
Early Career Scientist of the Year
Show more- Dr Ebenezer Afrifa-Yamoah
- Dr Jessica Kretzmann
- Dr Kai Chen
- Dr Liezhou Zhong
- Dr Xiaomin Xu
Student Scientist of the Year
Show more- Michael Dymock
- Shakara Liddelow-Hunt
- Stephanie Enkel
- Tammy Lee
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander STEM Student of the Year
Show more- Jared Williams
- Taleah Ugle
Government Science Project of the Year
Show more- Emerging Drugs Network of Australia (EDNA) (East Metropolitan Health Campus)
- Geological Survey of WA (Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration)
- Genetic assessment for conservation of rare and threatened fauna (Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions)
- WAMSI-Westport Marine Science Program (Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development)
STEM Educator of the Year – Schools
Show more- Christopher Lambe
- Nathan Curnow
- Dr Roslyn London
- Stuart Carr
STEM Educator of the Year – Tertiary
Show more- Dr Janene Sproul
- Dr Rina Wong
Science Engagement Initiative of the Year
Show more- The Broome STEM Festival (The Kids Research Institute Australia)
- The IGNIS Mission (Edith Cowan University)
- Keep Carnaby's Flying - Ngoolarks Forever (Murdoch University)
- Ngaparrtji Ngaparrtji – Two-Way Science Program (Department of Education – WA)
- Seadragon Search (The University of Western Australia)
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