Awards and opportunities

Central to the purpose of the Academy is the recognition and support of outstanding contributions to the advancement of science. The honorific awards recognise outstanding contributions to the advancement of science at the early, mid and career level and career awards recognise life-long achievement. The Academy also supports scientists to undertake research projects, travel and deliver lectures at a national and international level.
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The Douglas and Lola Douglas Scholarship in Medical Science

The Douglas and Lola Douglas Scholarship in Medical Science is offered as a ‘top up’ scholarship to PhD candidates awarded a National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Postgraduate Scholarship in one of the areas of Indigenous or primary health care.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scientist Award

This award provides funding to support research by outstanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander PhD students and early- and mid-career scientists.
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Anton Hales Medal

The Anton Hales Medal recognises outstanding contributions to research in the Earth sciences.
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Australia–India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF) Early- and Mid-Career Fellowships

The AISRF Fellowships enable Australian researchers to undertake collaborative research with prominent Indian institutions, strengthening enduring partnerships in science, technology and innovation between the two countries.
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Australia–Vietnam Science, Technology and Innovation Cooperation Initiative (AVSTICI) Grants

The Australia–Vietnam Science, Technology and Innovation Cooperation Initiative provides up to A$1.3 million in funding to support eligible Australian organisations to undertake collaborative research projects with Vietnamese universities, research institutes, businesses and industry partners.
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Anderson Medal

Brian Anderson Medal

The Brian Anderson Medal recognises outstanding contributions to research in information and communications technology.
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Heyde Medal

Christopher Heyde Medal

The Christopher Heyde Medal recognises outstanding research in the mathematical sciences.
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Craig Medal

David Craig Medal and Lecture

The David Craig Medal and Lecture recognises outstanding contributions to research of any branch of chemistry by active researchers.
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David Vaux Research Integrity Fellowship Award

To recognise individuals who have led efforts in their or other institution(s) to foster and promote integrity in science.
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Hill Medal

Dorothy Hill Medal

The Dorothy Hill Medal recognises outstanding research in the Earth sciences, by women researchers who have the potential to further contribute to a better understanding of Australian Earth science.
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