The 2016 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are now open for nominations, and will close at 5pm EST on 28 April.

The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science are the pre-eminent annual science, innovation and science teaching awards in the country and are awarded for excellence in the following areas:

• The Prime Minister’s Prize for Science;
• The Prime Minister’s Prize for Innovation;
• The Frank Fenner Prize for Life Scientist of the Year;
• The Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year;
• Prize for New Innovators (new award for 2016);
• The Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools; and
• The Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools.

Each recipient receives an embossed medallion with lapel pin and a share of the $750,000 in prize money.

If you know of an outstanding researcher, teacher or innovator, nominate them here.

Science and Technology Australia, April 2016