Starks-Murcutt Prize for Excellence in Science Journalism

The Starks-Murcutt Prize for Excellence in Science Journalism is an award for an early-career Science News intern or fellow whose work demonstrates accuracy, fairness and understanding of the scientific method while making science accessible to the public. The prize carries a cash award of $1,000. It recognizes a journalism story that meets high standards of reporting and public engagement in science.

Cash prize of $1,000; recognition within Science News and related networks.

Open to early-career Science News interns or fellows who have produced a prize-worthy science journalism story.