Blog archive:
Science

Without plants, there would be no life, and in recent times the priority of botanical research has shifted from developing critical economic industries based on plants to an urgent need to document and conserve Australia’s unique flora.

The Australian Research Data Commons Eureka Prize for Excellence in Research Software celebrates the invisible yet critical role that software plays in modern research.

We caught up with Dr Erin Roger to look inside the Eureka Prizes judging process, discuss why you should consider entering and reflect on the evolution of citizen science.

Each year we receive hundreds of entries contributed to by thousands of individuals, which are put through a rigorous judging process to determine just one winner for each prize. We share our insights based on some of the most common mistakes and misconceptions.

This International Women’s Day, we reflect on some of the most recent Eureka Prizes recipients, who include trailblazing researchers, an interdisciplinary team and a young filmmaker.

While the sheer volume of Eureka Prizes submissions means that the Australian Museum can’t coordinate personalised feedback for each entrant, a recent survey of judges revealed that much of it would be grounded in the same themes.

Entering the Eureka Prizes is often driven by the aspiration to be celebrated as a winner, but it can also serve as a multifaceted journey that presents opportunities before the judging outcome is even revealed.

In conversation with Dr Noushka Reiter, winner of the 2023 Australian Institute of Botanical Science Eureka Prize for Excellence in Botanical Science.

In conversation with Associate Professor Ricky Spencer from the 1 Million Turtles Community Conservation Program, winner of the 2023 Department of Industry, Science and Resources Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science.

Now, more than ever, we must guide school students in developing a deeper understanding of STEM disciplines.

In conversation with Chase M. runner-up in the 2023 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize - Primary

In conversation Anna Abela, Kate Johnson and Olly Dove, co-managers of the 14-person team awarded the 2023 Department of Industry, Science and Resources Eureka Prize for STEM Inclusion.

In conversation with Dr Stephanie Partridge, winner of the 2023 Eureka Prize for Emerging Leader in Science.

In conversation with Dr Minh Bui and Professor Robert Lanfear, winners of the 2023 Australian Research Data Commons Eureka Prize for Excellence in Research Software.

In conversation with Darcy B., winner of the 2023 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Secondary.