Entries open
Monday 9 February 2026
Award Ceremony
Thursday 3 September 2026



About the Eureka Prizes

The Australian Museum Eureka Prizes are the country’s most comprehensive national science awards, honouring excellence across the areas of research & innovation, leadership, science engagement, and school science.

Presented annually in partnership with some of the nation's leading scientific institutions, government organisations, universities and corporations, the Eureka Prizes raise the profile of science and science engagement in the community by celebrating outstanding achievement.


Key 2026 dates

  • Entries open

    Monday 9 February 2026

  • Entries close

    7pm AEST Thursday 16 April 2026 

  • Finalist announcement

    Wednesday 29 July 2026

  • Award Ceremony

    Thursday 3 September 2026



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