Leading Australian oceanographer Professor Trevor McDougall has received the $250,000 Prime Minister's Prize for Science, for his pioneering work in understanding the ocean's role in regulating climate.
Professor McDougall is a leading global authority on oceanography and ocean thermodynamics.
Two teams received the $250,000 Prime Minister's Prize for Innovation in 2022.
The SpeeDx Team at the National Innovation Centre, comprising Dr Elisa Mokany and Adjunct Professor Alison Todd, was awarded the Prime Minister's Prize for Innovation in recognition of their outstanding contribution to public health. Their invention of highly advanced molecular diagnostic tests are now distributed worldwide.
The PhotonAssay Team of Dr James Tickner, Dr Nick Cutmore and Mr Dirk Treasure was also awarded the Prime Minister's Prize for Innovation for their development and successful commercialisation of revolutionary automated technology to measure gold and other valuable metals and minerals in ore samples.
The Prime Minister's Prizes for Science are Australia's most prestigious awards for outstanding achievements in scientific research, research-based innovation and excellence in science, mathematics or technology teaching.
The achievements of 2022 prize recipients can be viewed at www.industry.gov.au/pmprizes.
QUOTES ATTRIBUTABLE TO PRIME MINISTER ANTHONY ALBANESE:
"Tackling climate change is one of the great scientific challenges of our era and understanding our oceans is absolutely critical.
"Over the last 23 years, these Prizes have recognised extraordinary Australians whose scientific research and innovation has broken new ground.
"Our prize recipients demonstrate why science is key to Australia's future.
"On behalf of all Australians, I want to congratulate every recipient for their dedication to tackling the challenges of today to pave the way for a better tomorrow."
QUOTES ATTRIBUTABLE TO MINISTER FOR INDUSTRY AND SCIENCE ED HUSIC:
"Research-based innovation leading to commercialisation demonstrates the incredible national value of Australian science.
"Science and research at its best can change lives and make Australia a more sustainable, prosperous place.
"The Australian Government is committed to supporting science and will continue to back research and innovation that boosts our industries and our livelihoods."
