The award recognises research in the physical and biological sciences, allowing interdisciplinary and sociocultural research that could straddle the social sciences and humanities, by outstanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander PhD students and early- and mid-career scientists.

It aims to support the expansion and growth of successful applicant's research networks and international knowledge exchange through visits to relevant international centres of research.

Where proposals are for visits to relevant international centres of research, the budget for this should not exceed $5,500 of the total being requested. Attendance at relevant conferences is welcomed but must be in addition to a 14 day minimum visit.

Awards will be up for up to $20,000, with additional support provided to attend the Academy's Annual Science at the Shine Dome event.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents at the time of application. Applicants should also either be enrolled for a PhD or be within 15 years of obtaining a PhD*.
• The proposed travel must be for a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of three months duration.

Applicants must provide a letter from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community or Organisation where they identify and are accepted. This may come from one of, but not limited to, the following:

• Land Council
• Prescribed Body Corporate (PBC) or Native Title Group
• Natural Resources Management Board (NRM Board)
• Traditional Owner group
• Elders group
• A Universities Indigenous department

• Phone: 02 6201 9467
• Email: awards@science.org.au