The Marie Krogh Young Women in Science Prize and Oration celebrates visionary leadership and excellence in science and medicine. Through recognition and engagement, it serves to celebrate those whose work drives innovation, inspires others, and shapes the future of human health.

The Prize recognises and rewards individuals who have made outstanding contributions to science and medicine across the core pillars of innovation, impact, and leadership.

The Oration provides a platform for a distinguished leader to highlight the vital role of women in science and health, encouraging and empowering the next generation of female scientists and clinicians.

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The Marie Krogh Young Women in Science Prize is a prestigious award that aims to recognise and celebrate outstanding young women in science and medicine who embody Innovation, Leadership and Impact. It aims to highlight groundbreaking scientific research that demonstrates originality and advances knowledge through creative approaches and novel solutions. 

The Prize also aims to honour contributions that have a measurable impact on healthcare, improving patient outcomes, shaping public health policies, or transforming clinical practices. It also seeks to acknowledge exceptional leadership and community engagement, particularly in fostering collaboration, mentoring future leaders, and empowering young women in science and medicine. By acknowledging their achievements, the award continues Marie Krogh’s legacy of breaking barriers, advancing knowledge, and inspiring generations of women to shape the future of science.

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To be eligible to apply for the Marie Krogh Young Women in Science Prize, Entrants must meet all of the following criteria as at the Closing Date:

  • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident who identifies as female. 
  • Be professionally engaged in one or more of the following fields:
    • Scientific research, including biomedical, health, clinical, or life sciences;
    • Medical or clinical practice; or
    • Pharmaceutical research or development.
  • Be currently based in Australia, or have made significant contributions to science, healthcare, or public health in Australia. 
  • Be at an early-to-mid career stage, typically defined as within ten (10) years of conferral of highest degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent). Consideration will be given to applicants whose careers have been interrupted or who have followed non-linear pathways, including career changes, parental leave, or other significant personal or professional circumstances. 
  • Have no substantiated findings of professional or academic misconduct or breaches of relevant ethical principles or guidelines. 
  • Be available and willing to attend the Canberra Events in November 2025, including the reception at Parliament House and the Prize announcement dinner. Novo Nordisk will cover reasonable travel and accommodation expenses as outlined in Section 7 of these Terms and Conditions linked below.