The Prize consists of a medal and the sum of $1000. The winner will be invited to present their work at the Physiological Society of New Zealand meeting in Queenstown in the following year, travel costs will be supported^#.

When awarded, the winner will be announced during the conference dinner at the following AuPS meeting, and in the December Newsletter.

To be considered for this award, nominees must:

• Normally have graduated from their PhD or equivalent doctoral degree by 1st November not more than seven years before the year of application. Where the time exceeds seven years, please include details of relative to opportunity.

• Be current financial Ordinary Members of the Society (note: provisional members* are not eligible to apply).

Applications should include:

• A proposal from two financial members of the society, who should provide a statement of not more than 500 words summarising the nominee's achievements.

• A curriculum vitae and a list of published works, including conference proceedings and citations. Include a specific section that provides details of any contributions to scientific meetings of the Society.

In considering nominations, the judges will take into account the nominee's contributions to scientific meetings of the Society. No individual may be awarded the prize more than once.

The judging committee shall consist of members of the Executive Committee of Council (except that any member with a conflict of interest shall be replaced with another Councillor), together with up to two additional members of Council and/or up to three past McIntyre award winners from outside of Council who shall be appointed for each specific round of nominations.

Applications close: 5 pm (AEST) 12 September 2025

Email applications to the AuPS National Secretary