Science at the Shine Dome 2025

Save the date! 2–4 September 2025

During our flagship event, 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.

The National Symposium which is part of Science at the Shine Dome will explore the findings of Australian Science, Australia’s Future, the Academy’s examination of the capabilities Australia requires to meet our national ambitions.

Mark the dates in your diaries now! Registrations will open in June 2025.

Highlights from 2024

2025 Program 

Monday 1 September (associated events)

• Professional development opportunities for early- and mid-career researchers
• Falling Walls Lab Australia 

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

Thursday 4 September

• National Symposium

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 
• Gold Partners: Deakin University, University of Adelaide, University of Melbourne
• EMCR Supporters: Curtin University, 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 

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.