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AWARDS RECOGNISE DIVERSITY OF AUSSIE SCIENCE
4 May 2006

Scientists from across Australia have received national recognition for their research, ranging from analysing kangaroos to understanding the human body better and developing less invasive treatments for genetic blood disorders.

The scientists are being recognised as part of the Australian Academy of Science, Science at the Shine Dome event, being held in Canberra today.

The President of the Australian Academy of Science, Dr Jim Peacock congratulated the award recipients.

'These prestigious awards not only promote the high calibre of scientists we have in Australia but also highlight the positive benefits that science provides to our daily lives.'

Dr Peacock said one of the highlights of the ceremony was awarding the Academy Medal to Professor Mike Gore for his outstanding contribution to science, in particular through the establishment of Questacon, the National Science and Technology Centre.

'Professor Gore's dedication to science education, through Questacon, has brought the excitement and wonder of science to countless children and adults across Australia,' Dr Peacock said.

Medals for distinguished research are awarded to younger researchers, under the age of 40, and to senior researchers for contributions made during their working lives.

A full list of Australian Academy of Science award recipients is available at www.science.org.au/awards/2006awards.htm

The Australian Academy of Science is made up of 400 scientists and promotes and advances Australian science, science education and science policy.