Do you know a leading Victorian scientist or researcher who has made, or has the potential to make, a significant scientific discovery or technological innovation? To recognise their achievements, nominate them for the 2015 Victoria Prize for Science & Innovation valued at $50,000. Or...

Are you one of Victoria's emerging scientists or researchers? Would a grant to support an overseas study mission further your research career or help develop an innovative idea? If so, apply for a 2015 Victoria Fellowship valued at up to $18,000.

Minister for Small Business, Innovation and Trade, Adem Somyurek has opened two of Victoria’s most prestigious science and innovation programs in the life and physical sciences.

Applications and nominations must be received by 2.00pm on Thursday, 25 June 2015 via the veski website.

2015 Victoria Prize for Science & Innovation
The Victoria Prize for Science & Innovation celebrates leadership, determination, endeavour and creativity. These prestigious prizes are for a scientific discovery or technological innovation, or a series of such achievements that significantly advances knowledge.  The clear potential to produce a commercial outcome or other substantial benefit to the community will be highly regarded.

Download the nomination guide, nomination form and referee report here.

2015 Victoria Fellowships
Victoria Fellowships provide a travel grant of up to $18,000 to undertake a short-term overseas study mission to assist in developing a commercial idea; undertaking specialist training; or career development not available in Australia. Additionally, Fellows can apply for the Australian French Association for Science and Technology (AFAS) Associate Award valued at up to $5,000.

Download the application guide, application form and referee report here.