The Chair's Award for Science and Engineering Excellence
This Award recognises teams who have made scientific or technological advances that contribute significantly to addressing a major challenge facing Australia.
Winner: FutureFeed
The team received the award for delivering a world-leading scientific breakthrough that tackles a major climate challenge while strengthening global food security.
The FutureFeed™ team developed and commercialised a seaweed-based feed additive that reduces livestock methane emissions by over 80 per cent, accelerates productivity, and is now being adopted globally—setting a new benchmark for sustainable agriculture and positioning Australia at the forefront of climate-smart innovation.
The Chief Executive Professional Development Award
This Award provides opportunities for people delivering support services to extend their professional development by gaining further experience related to their careers and work.
Winner: Liz Yunken
Liz is recognised for her outstanding leadership in strengthening CSIRO’s engagement with government to ensure science informs national decision-making.
Liz has demonstrated consistent ability to foster impactful partnerships, drive strategic alignment, and amplify CSIRO’s influence, helping translate research into real outcomes for Australia.
The CSIRO Trusted Award
This Award recognises and promotes significant contributions to enhancing our research and reputation as a trusted advisor, by engaging with and providing benefit to the Australian community.
Winner: CSIRO Future Climate and Hazards Team
For exemplary leadership and impact in delivering Australia’s next-generation climate and hazard information to support evidence-based adaptation and risk planning across government and industry.
The team’s work enables evidence-based decisions that support a safer, more secure, and climate-resilient Australia, creating sustained national impact, exemplifying excellence in scientific leadership and delivery, and reinforcing CSIRO’s role as a trusted advisor on climate science..
The Collaboration Award
This Award recognises and promotes the most outstanding cross-research unit projects, incorporating individuals from three or more Business Units, to resolve a significant challenge for CSIRO.
Winner: Australian Research in Power Systems Transition (AR-PST)
or outstanding cross-CSIRO collaboration with the Australian Energy Market Operator, in partnership with Australian universities and government, to build national and global capability in renewable electricity system transformation, securing major investment and strengthening Australia’s leadership in delivering a reliable, affordable and decarbonised energy future.
Industry partners: AEMO, GHD, University of Melbourne, Monash University, UNSW, DCCEEW, DFAT, Energy Catalyst.
The Delia Muller Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Award
This Award provides opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to extend their professional development by gaining career training and experience. The award also recognises the extraordinary contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have made, and will continue to make, to all aspects of Australian life including culture, economy and science.
Winner: Gregory Holden
Awarded to Gregory, recognising his outstanding leadership and impact in advancing CSIRO’s commitments to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement.
Gregory demonstrates deep cultural knowledge, strategic capability, and a collaborative approach to driving meaningful organisational change, strengthening CSIRO’s role as a leader in Indigenous science and partnership..
The CSIRO People Award
This Award recognises significant contribution and excellence from individuals and teams in the areas of workplace safety, wellbeing, diversity, inclusion and leadership.
Winner: Woomera Radioactive Waste Remediation Program
For exemplary leadership, safety stewardship and collaborative excellence in delivering Australia’s most significant legacy radioactive waste remediation effort.
The Woomera team applied innovative methods, rigorous oversight and a strong safety and wellbeing culture to safely reduce long-term waste risks, strengthen national capability, and position CSIRO as a trusted leader in responsible environmental and community outcomes..
External contributors: AECOM, Intract Australia, SA Radiation, Cherrie Consulting, Industrial Medic Services and Consultium.
The CSIRO Support Excellence Award
This Award recognises teams or individuals who support, through projects, initiatives or service delivery, the creation of value for our customers through innovation that delivers positive impact for Australia.
Winner: ACDP Biorisk Decontamination Specialist Team
For exceptional leadership and innovation in rapidly establishing a novel microbiological separation capability within the ACDP large animal facility to safeguard critical national and international research.
Through decisive action, technical expertise, and collaborative problem-solving, the team preserved a major CSIRO research investment and ensured Australia’s continued capacity in high-containment animal science.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Impact Excellence Award
This Award recognises a team that has created value and impact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities with engagement, participation, service delivery and research services.
Winner: The Pannotator team
For exceptional achievement in advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement through the Pannotator project, exemplifying best practice in Indigenous-led, co-designed research.
Through collaboration with Parks Australia and Aṉangu rangers and elders at Uluṟu–Kata Tjuṯa National Park, the team combined exemplary science with deep cultural partnership, developing new field protocols, sharing knowledge in Pitjantjatjara, and creating a model for Indigenous-led research that benefits communities and country.
External contributors: Parks Australia, ANU and University of Technology Sydney
The CSIRO Entrepreneurship Award
This Award promotes entrepreneurial approaches to customers by recognising teams or individuals that have turned an opportunity into reality through curiosity, adaptability and courage.
Winner: FPR Energy (FPRe) Commercial Deal Team
For entrepreneurial vision and courage in transforming CSIRO’s high-temperature concentrated solar technologies into a globally significant clean energy venture.
By forging strategic partnerships and securing a record $15M seed investment, the team created a breakthrough pathway for heavy industry to decarbonise high-heat processes essential to Australia’s future industrial competitiveness.
The Sir Ian McLennan Impact from Science and Engineering Award
This Award honours one of the pioneers of Australian industry and perpetuates the kind of achievements Sir Ian McLennan promoted and encouraged from scientific research. The recipient team or individual will have demonstrated outstanding practical contributions to industry and created value for customers through innovation that delivers impact for Australia.
Winner: CAL008 Team
For excellence in applying scientific innovation to industry, the Sustainable Carbon Technologies Group is recognised for developing CAL008, a breakthrough carbon capture absorbent combining high performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
This technology is enabling large-scale CO₂ reduction projects, delivering significant impact for industry and Australia’s decarbonisation goals..
Industry partner: Federation University
The CSIRO Award for Lifetime Achievement
This Award recognises individuals who have a record of sustained and meritorious achievements in science, technology and innovation or the support of science, technology and innovation.
Winner: Graeme Moad
Graeme Moad is recognised for an extraordinary career of scientific achievement and leadership in polymer chemistry. As co-inventor of RAFT polymerisation, he delivered a breakthrough that transformed the global field and enabled advances in sustainable materials, biomedical innovation, and advanced manufacturing.
Through sustained excellence in research, mentorship, and collaboration, Graeme has elevated Australia’s standing in materials science and exemplified CSIRO’s enduring commitment to innovation, scientific impact, and the development of future generations of researchers.
Winner: Toni Moate
Across 34 years of service, Toni Moate has demonstrated visionary leadership in the creation of world-class research infrastructure, including the Marine National Facility’s RV Investigator and the Diversity facility supporting the National Research Collections.
Her stewardship has enabled cutting-edge science, strengthened national collaboration, and secured lasting investment in Australia’s research future.
Renowned for her mentorship, integrity, and inclusive leadership, Toni exemplifies CSIRO’s values and has made a profound and enduring impact on our organisation and the nation.
The Chair's Award for Science and Engineering Excellence
This Award recognises teams who have made scientific or technological advances that contribute significantly to addressing a major challenge facing Australia.
Winner: FutureFeed
The team received the award for delivering a world-leading scientific breakthrough that tackles a major climate challenge while strengthening global food security.
The FutureFeed™ team developed and commercialised a seaweed-based feed additive that reduces livestock methane emissions by over 80 per cent, accelerates productivity, and is now being adopted globally—setting a new benchmark for sustainable agriculture and positioning Australia at the forefront of climate-smart innovation.
The Chief Executive Professional Development Award
This Award provides opportunities for people delivering support services to extend their professional development by gaining further experience related to their careers and work.
Winner: Liz Yunken
Liz is recognised for her outstanding leadership in strengthening CSIRO’s engagement with government to ensure science informs national decision-making.
Liz has demonstrated consistent ability to foster impactful partnerships, drive strategic alignment, and amplify CSIRO’s influence, helping translate research into real outcomes for Australia.
The CSIRO Trusted Award
This Award recognises and promotes significant contributions to enhancing our research and reputation as a trusted advisor, by engaging with and providing benefit to the Australian community.
Winner: CSIRO Future Climate and Hazards Team
For exemplary leadership and impact in delivering Australia’s next-generation climate and hazard information to support evidence-based adaptation and risk planning across government and industry.
The team’s work enables evidence-based decisions that support a safer, more secure, and climate-resilient Australia, creating sustained national impact, exemplifying excellence in scientific leadership and delivery, and reinforcing CSIRO’s role as a trusted advisor on climate science..
The Collaboration Award
This Award recognises and promotes the most outstanding cross-research unit projects, incorporating individuals from three or more Business Units, to resolve a significant challenge for CSIRO.
Winner: Australian Research in Power Systems Transition (AR-PST)
or outstanding cross-CSIRO collaboration with the Australian Energy Market Operator, in partnership with Australian universities and government, to build national and global capability in renewable electricity system transformation, securing major investment and strengthening Australia’s leadership in delivering a reliable, affordable and decarbonised energy future.
Industry partners: AEMO, GHD, University of Melbourne, Monash University, UNSW, DCCEEW, DFAT, Energy Catalyst.
The Delia Muller Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Award
This Award provides opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to extend their professional development by gaining career training and experience. The award also recognises the extraordinary contributions that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have made, and will continue to make, to all aspects of Australian life including culture, economy and science.
Winner: Gregory Holden
Awarded to Gregory, recognising his outstanding leadership and impact in advancing CSIRO’s commitments to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement.
Gregory demonstrates deep cultural knowledge, strategic capability, and a collaborative approach to driving meaningful organisational change, strengthening CSIRO’s role as a leader in Indigenous science and partnership..
The CSIRO People Award
This Award recognises significant contribution and excellence from individuals and teams in the areas of workplace safety, wellbeing, diversity, inclusion and leadership.
Winner: Woomera Radioactive Waste Remediation Program
For exemplary leadership, safety stewardship and collaborative excellence in delivering Australia’s most significant legacy radioactive waste remediation effort.
The Woomera team applied innovative methods, rigorous oversight and a strong safety and wellbeing culture to safely reduce long-term waste risks, strengthen national capability, and position CSIRO as a trusted leader in responsible environmental and community outcomes..
External contributors: AECOM, Intract Australia, SA Radiation, Cherrie Consulting, Industrial Medic Services and Consultium.
The CSIRO Support Excellence Award
This Award recognises teams or individuals who support, through projects, initiatives or service delivery, the creation of value for our customers through innovation that delivers positive impact for Australia.
Winner: ACDP Biorisk Decontamination Specialist Team
For exceptional leadership and innovation in rapidly establishing a novel microbiological separation capability within the ACDP large animal facility to safeguard critical national and international research.
Through decisive action, technical expertise, and collaborative problem-solving, the team preserved a major CSIRO research investment and ensured Australia’s continued capacity in high-containment animal science.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement Impact Excellence Award
This Award recognises a team that has created value and impact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities with engagement, participation, service delivery and research services.
Winner: The Pannotator team
For exceptional achievement in advancing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement through the Pannotator project, exemplifying best practice in Indigenous-led, co-designed research.
Through collaboration with Parks Australia and Aṉangu rangers and elders at Uluṟu–Kata Tjuṯa National Park, the team combined exemplary science with deep cultural partnership, developing new field protocols, sharing knowledge in Pitjantjatjara, and creating a model for Indigenous-led research that benefits communities and country.
External contributors: Parks Australia, ANU and University of Technology Sydney
The CSIRO Entrepreneurship Award
This Award promotes entrepreneurial approaches to customers by recognising teams or individuals that have turned an opportunity into reality through curiosity, adaptability and courage.
Winner: FPR Energy (FPRe) Commercial Deal Team
For entrepreneurial vision and courage in transforming CSIRO’s high-temperature concentrated solar technologies into a globally significant clean energy venture.
By forging strategic partnerships and securing a record $15M seed investment, the team created a breakthrough pathway for heavy industry to decarbonise high-heat processes essential to Australia’s future industrial competitiveness.
The Sir Ian McLennan Impact from Science and Engineering Award
This Award honours one of the pioneers of Australian industry and perpetuates the kind of achievements Sir Ian McLennan promoted and encouraged from scientific research. The recipient team or individual will have demonstrated outstanding practical contributions to industry and created value for customers through innovation that delivers impact for Australia.
Winner: CAL008 Team
For excellence in applying scientific innovation to industry, the Sustainable Carbon Technologies Group is recognised for developing CAL008, a breakthrough carbon capture absorbent combining high performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
This technology is enabling large-scale CO₂ reduction projects, delivering significant impact for industry and Australia’s decarbonisation goals..
Industry partner: Federation University
The CSIRO Award for Lifetime Achievement
This Award recognises individuals who have a record of sustained and meritorious achievements in science, technology and innovation or the support of science, technology and innovation.
Winner: Graeme Moad
Graeme Moad is recognised for an extraordinary career of scientific achievement and leadership in polymer chemistry. As co-inventor of RAFT polymerisation, he delivered a breakthrough that transformed the global field and enabled advances in sustainable materials, biomedical innovation, and advanced manufacturing.
Through sustained excellence in research, mentorship, and collaboration, Graeme has elevated Australia’s standing in materials science and exemplified CSIRO’s enduring commitment to innovation, scientific impact, and the development of future generations of researchers.
Winner: Toni Moate
Across 34 years of service, Toni Moate has demonstrated visionary leadership in the creation of world-class research infrastructure, including the Marine National Facility’s RV Investigator and the Diversity facility supporting the National Research Collections.
Her stewardship has enabled cutting-edge science, strengthened national collaboration, and secured lasting investment in Australia’s research future.
Renowned for her mentorship, integrity, and inclusive leadership, Toni exemplifies CSIRO’s values and has made a profound and enduring impact on our organisation and the nation.