Awards and events
Recognising excellence

We host a number of events and awards to encourage and recognise excellence in research, science and technology in New Zealand.

MacDiarmid Young Scientists of the Year Awards

These awards recognise excellence and innovation in New Zealand's top young researchers. The awards are given to students who can communicate their first-class science to the the next generation of potential scientists and researchers.

• Stage 1 entries are closed.

MacDiarmid Awards student seminar

We host student seminars each year following the MacDiarmid Awards. They give postgraduate researchers practical information and advice on furthering their career and the opportunity to network with other researchers.

• Upcoming: the next seminars will be held later in 2008.

The Technology Commendation Awards

These awards celebrate individuals and companies who have grown their business and improved New Zealand’s economy using new technology.