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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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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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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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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New Futures Mobility Fund

Competitive grants for eligible humanitarian visa holders living in Australia to attend recognised scientific conferences and similar professional events in Australia.
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Science at the Shine Dome 2026 Diversity and Inclusion Grant

The Australian Academy of Science Diversity and Inclusion Grants are designed to allow everyone the opportunity to attend Science at the Shine Dome between Tuesday 15 and Friday 17 September 2026. The purpose of this grant is to reduce practical barriers to attendance by contributing to additional eligible costs associated with caring responsibilities or accessibility requirements.
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Selby Fellowship

These fellowships are awarded to distinguished overseas scientists to visit Australia for public lecture/seminar tours and to visit scientific centres in Australia.
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Academy Medal

The Academy Medal recognises outstanding contributions to science by means other than through scientific research.
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Geoffrey Frew Fellowship

Geoffrey Frew Fellowships are awarded to distinguished overseas scientists to participate in the Australian Spectroscopy Conferences and to visit scientific centres in Australia.
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J G Russell Award

The J G Russell Award is aimed at financially helping talented younger researchers in the basic sciences. Applications are not sought for this award.
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Lloyd Rees Lecture

The Lloyd Rees lectures are a series of lectures by distinguished researchers in chemical physics. Applications are not sought for this award.
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