Two Curtin University Researchers have been recognised among Australia’s top emerging science leaders, named joint Western Australian winners in the Australian Institute of Policy and Science (AIPS)’ prestigious 2025 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards.
Geologist Dr Denis Fougerouse and geospatial scientist Dr Yongze Song, were honoured for their respective research driving Australia’s clean energy and smart infrastructure futures.
Curtin Vice-Chancellor Professor Harlene Hayne congratulated the pair, saying their achievements reflected Curtin’s strength in producing globally significant research with real-world impact.
“Dr Fougerouse and Dr Song are both tackling challenges that matter deeply to Western Australia and the world. Their work places WA at the forefront of global efforts to advance renewable energy and sustainable urban development — two areas vital to our future prosperity,” Professor Hayne said.
