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2023 NSW Scientist of the Year, Professor Trevor McDougall

Professor Trevor McDougall is the 2023 NSW Scientist of the Year

The eminent oceanographer received the award at the Premier's Prizes for Science & Engineering, held at Government House Sydney on Wednesday 15 November 2023.

Funding

2024 Physical Sciences Fund Round Now Open

The $3.5 million PSF supports the translation of research into devices and systems which deliver significant social, economic and environmental benefits to NSW. Further information, including an application form, guidelines and FAQ, can be found on the PSF webpage. Preliminary applications close 29 April.

Highlights

Events

Science & Research Breakfast Seminars

Professor Gerry Swiegers presents 'A New Approach to Industrial Production of Green Hydrogen: Bubble-Free Capillary Water Electrolysis'.

Professor Gerry Swiegers, Chief Technical Officer, Hysata.

Funding

Natural Hazards Technology Program

New $1.89 million program supports NSW businesses field-testing technology to fight bushfires and floods.

A drone near an active bushfire.

Funding

Natural Hazards STEM Support Program

New $800,000 program supports STEM outreach for NSW school students, focusing on technology for natural hazards management and response.

About the NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer

The NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer, Professor Hugh Durrant-Whyte, consults widely with academia, industry and government to ensure scientific knowledge and research can be adapted and used to benefit the people, environment, industry and economy of NSW.