Science at the Shine Dome 2025

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Join us to celebrate science and honour achievements

During our flagship event from 1 to 4 September, Australia’s science sector will gather at the Shine Dome in Canberra – the home of Australian science – to celebrate science and to honour outstanding achievements.

Fellows elected in 2025 will sign the historic Charter Book, adding their name to the scientific greats of our nation, and delegates will have a unique opportunity to learn about the depth and breadth of Australian science from the nation’s best. We will celebrate the recipients of the Academy’s prestigious awards and early- and mid-career researchers will have an unparalleled opportunity to network and forge new collaborations.

On Thursday 4 September, the National Symposium will explore the findings of Australian Science, Australia’s Future: Science 2035, the Academy’s examination of the capabilities Australia requires to meet our national ambitions.

2025 Program 

Monday 1 September (associated events)

• Professional development opportunities for early- and mid-career researchers
• Falling Walls Lab Australia 
• Briefing and showcase for newly elected Fellows

Tuesday 2 September

• New Fellows Charter Book Ceremony
• New Fellows Presentations 
• Spring Soiree 

Wednesday 3 September

• New Fellows Presentations (continued) 
• Award Lectures and Presentations 
• Award Medal Ceremony 
• Gala Dinner at QT Canberra

Thursday 4 September

• National Symposium - 'Australian Science, Australia's Future: Science 2035'

Highlights from 2024

Event partners 2025

• Platinum Partners: Department of Defence, Department of Industry, Science and Resources 
• Diversity and Inclusion Partner: University of Queensland 
• Gala Dinner Partner: University of Sydney 
• Spring Soiree Partner: GSK
• Symposium Supporter: Digital Science 
• Gold Partners: Deakin University, Monash University, University of Adelaide, University of Melbourne
• Silver Partner: Evans & Partners
• Bronze Partner: QUT, Swinburne University of Technology
• EMCR Supporters: Curtin University, Forrest Research Foundation, Macquarie University, NCI, University of Melbourne, University of Newcastle, UNSW Sydney, University of Western Australia 
• Gelato Cart Partner: The GrantEd Group 
• Coffee Break Partner: Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute 
• Juice Bar Partner: UniSuper

Event partnership opportunities 

Event partnership opportunities are now available for Science at the Shine Dome 2025. These opportunities position your organisation alongside the Academy to celebrate excellence in Australian science. 

Partnering with the Academy for Science at the Shine Dome 2025 offers a diverse range of benefits, including complimentary registrations, powerful networking and collaboration opportunities, and brand exposure. 

Please contact Lisa Crocker, Events and Outreach Manager for more information or to set up a time to discuss these opportunities. Tailored and specialised packages are also available. Please contact us to discuss your ideas for a partnership package that suits your objectives. 

Artwork and image credits

The event artwork was designed by Leah Albert for the Australian Academy of Science. Find out all about the event artwork.