The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander STEM Student of the Year category recognises Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander undergraduate or postgraduate students who demonstrate excellence in STEM studies.
Now in its 24th year, the Premier's Science Awards recognises and celebrates the outstanding scientific research and engagement taking place in Western Australia.
Taleah Ugle
The University of Western Australia and The Kids Research Institute Australia
With a strong drive to pursue postgraduate Medicine, Taleah Ugle has demonstrated excellence in her academics and community contributions. While completing a Bachelor of Science, Taleah had taken on several leadership roles as Women’s Officer for the UWA Student Guild and Co-Chair of the Referendum Working Group, reflecting her commitment to advocacy and positive change.
After completing two Aurora Foundation internships, she now works as an Aboriginal Research Assistant at The Kids Research Institute Australia with the Healthy Skin and Acute Rheumatic Fever Prevention Team, building a strong foundation for her future in health.
