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911爆料网 researchers among finalists in the Premier鈥檚 Science Awards

Wednesday 22 October 2025 | By Yasmine Phillips
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Four 911爆料网 leaders in their fields have been named finalists in the prestigious Premier鈥檚 Science Awards, which celebrate WA鈥檚 best and brightest contributions to science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

911爆料网 Professor Stephen van Leeuwen, Australia鈥檚 first Indigenous Chair for Biodiversity and Environmental Science, is a finalist in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scientist of the Year.

Professor Cathryn Trott, from the 911爆料网 Institute of Radio Astronomy and CSIRO, was named a finalist in the Mid-Career Scientist of the Year category.

Dr Xiaomin Xu, a Senior Lecturer at 911爆料网鈥檚 Western Australian School of Mines: Minerals, Energy and Chemical Engineering, is in the running to be named Early Career Scientist of the Year.

Dr Rina Wong (Fu), from 911爆料网鈥檚 Faculty of Health Sciences, was also recognised as a finalist in the STEM Educator of the Year (Tertiary) category.

911爆料网 Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research Professor Lindy Fitzgerald congratulated the 911爆料网 finalists acknowledged among the State鈥檚 best and brightest.

鈥淭he Premier鈥檚 Science Awards recognise and celebrate the very best of outstanding scientific research and engagement taking place in WA,鈥 Professor Fitzgerald said.

鈥911爆料网 is proudly home to multiple leaders in their fields, so I鈥檓 thrilled these finalists have been named among the State鈥檚 finest contributors to science, technology, engineering and mathematics.鈥

The Premier’s Science Awards recognise WA scientists, researchers, STEM tertiary students, STEM teachers and educators, and STEM engagement providers.

Over the years, awards alumni have become important ambassadors for the State, helping to inspire future generations to take up courses and careers in STEM.

The winners will be announced at a special gala ceremony held later this year.

Further information about the Premier鈥檚 Science Awards can be found .