The Tall Poppy Campaign was created in 1998 by the Australian Institute of Policy and Science (AIPS) to recognise and celebrate Australian intellectual and scientific excellence and to encourage younger Australians to follow in the footsteps of our outstanding achievers. It has made significant achievements towards building a more publicly engaged scientific leadership in Australia.
The Tall Poppy Campaign recognises the achievements of Australian scientists through the prestigious annual Young Tall Poppy Science Awards. The Campaign’s Tall Poppies engages the winners of Young Tall Poppy Science Awards (‘Tall Poppies’) in activities to promote interest in science among school students and teachers, as well as an understanding and appreciation of science in the broader community.
2022 Applications Now Closed
Applications for the 2022 Young Tall Poppy Awards have now closed and all applicants should be receiving an acknowledgement shortly.
All applicants will be advised of the outcome of the respective State Selection Panels which generally meet between June and September as arranged.
Dates and venues for Award Ceremonies will be advised closer to the time.
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To find a Young Tall Poppy by research area use a key word in the search box on this page.
