Selection Criteria


1. Excellence in research/academic achievement in the sciences including medical research, technology, engineering and mathematics, shown by track record and/or by clearly demonstrated potential. Track record includes:

  • specific research achievements
  • publications record
  • awards or prizes
  • positions gained
  • grants obtained
  • patents held

 

AND

 

2. Excellence in communication and community engagement to promote an understanding of science. This may be demonstrated through experience in specific science promotion activities and/or through potential to connect with varied non-scientific audiences. Relevant experience and/or ability could include:

  • strong interest in, and commitment to, science promotion within the broader community
  • science communication with a range of audiences [not just communication with peers or through teaching/supervisory responsibilities] in person and/or via the media
  • an ability to connect with primary and secondary school students
  • an ability to communicate scientific research and its implications to the general public

 

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