OzGrav is delighted to congratulate Dr Fiona Panther, who has been named a finalist in the Early Career Scientist of the Year category at the 2026 Premier’s Science Awards.

This milestone year marks the 25th anniversary of the Premier’s Science Awards, celebrating outstanding research, study, education and engagement in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) across Western Australia.

Being named a finalist is a wonderful recognition of Fiona’s contributions to scientific research and her impact as an emerging leader in STEM.

We’re incredibly proud to see Fiona recognised as a finalist. This recognition reflects her dedication, innovation and the outstanding research she is undertaking.

Everyone at OzGrav congratulates Fiona on this well-deserved achievement and wishes her every success at the awards ceremony.

Community members can also support Fiona by voting in the Premier’s Science Awards People’s Choice Award, with voting open until 12.00 pm AWST on Monday 7 September 2026.
Click here to vote: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-energy-and-economic-diversification/premiers-science-awards-peoples-choice-award

Congratulations, Fiona!