Veena a Shaping Australia Awards finalist

UNSW SMaRT Centre Director, Professor Veena has been named a Shaping Australia Awards finalist for the Problem Solver category.

Veena is one of six shortlisted finalists for category that recognises world-class research leading to real world solutions.

Winners are determined through public voting, which ends 31 January.

To vote and awards website

The Problem Solver Award recognises an individual or a team’s work or research that has changed or has the potential to change the lives of Australians for the better.

In this category, the judging panel will be looking for entries that demonstrate:

• The life-changing impact of the work on Australians
• Significant societal, technological, or economic benefits, and
• Why the work was needed.

Awards organiser, Universities Australia, says:

Australia’s universities are extraordinary places, full of bright and passionate individuals who drive new ideas, initiatives and projects that help shape our nation.

Through research and development, the education of skilled workers and community service, universities improve the lives of all Australians, regardless of their education background.

We’re delighted to showcase 18 outstanding finalists shortlisted in the Shaping Australia Awards across the following categories:

The Problem Solver Award

Recognises an individual or a team’s work or research that has changed or has the potential to change the lives of Australians for the better.

The Future Builder Award

Recognises an individual or a team that has gone over and above to equip their students with the knowledge and skills they need to make a positive impact.

The Community Champion Award

Recognises an individual, team or university with strong links to its community and the people who call it home, not just those who attend the institution.