The ATSE Traditional Knowledge Innovation Award acknowledges and recognises up to two teams or individuals respectfully, collaboratively and successfully applying Traditional Knowledge through modern innovation. The Award celebrates STEM research and development done by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples or communities (either solo or in partnership), which incorporates or builds on Traditional Knowledge.
The awarded individual(s) or team(s) will each receive a $5,000 cash prize and medal.
This award will recognise:
- Excellence and impact as a result of applying Traditional Knowledge through modern innovation in any STEM field
- Contribution to improving understanding and awareness of Traditional Knowledge and its modern value
- The measurable actual or anticipated benefits to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and/or communities. This may include, but is not limited to, intellectual property
ownership, royalties/commissions/other payments, community health and wealth-building, improved opportunities for educational and career advancement
NOMINATIONS
Please review the guidelines below for more information.
Reconciliation Action Plan
ATSE’s vision for reconciliation is that all Australians recognise and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander custodianship as one of the oldest knowledge systems on the planet. Through respectfully working with, listening and learning from current Traditional Knowledge holders and practitioners in science and engineering we will build a better nation and a healthier, more sustainable world.
The ATSE Traditional Knowledge Innovation Award acknowledges and recognises up to two teams or individuals respectfully, collaboratively and successfully applying Traditional Knowledge through modern innovation. The Award celebrates STEM research and development done by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples or communities (either solo or in partnership), which incorporates or builds on Traditional Knowledge.
The ATSE Awards celebrate the outstanding achievement of Australians in technology, engineering and innovation. They are open now, and anybody is entitled to nominate a candidate.
Read ATSE’s Reconciliation Action Plan