Autism CRC 2024 Research Awards

Published
27 Aug 2024

We are proud to announce nominations for the annual Autism CRC Awards for Achievement in Autism Research are now open until 1 October 2024.  

The awards recognise and celebrate research and development initiatives that are exemplary of Autism CRC’s vision, mission and values.

The awards are open to all organisations and researchers undertaking quality research projects related to autism, regardless of location or affiliation with Autism CRC. The awards recognise achievements in inclusive research practice and the translation of autism research into practice, products, policy and programs that benefit the autistic and broader autism communities.

You can find out more about last year's recipients from our news page

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Award categories and evaluation criteria

Inclusive research practice

  • The research is methodologically sound
  • The research is based on community need, and is impactful or has potential for impact
  • Autistic individuals and other relevant end-users* have been appropriately engaged in key aspects of the design, conduct, evaluation and reporting of the research.

Translation of autism research

  • The translated outputs are founded in evidence from research
  • The outputs have delivered demonstrated benefits and evidenced impact
  • The translation process involved co-production and appropriate engagement of end-users* in design and delivery

*end-users are those who will directly apply and/or directly benefit from the output, outcome or results of the project.

Key dates

27 August    Awards open 
1 October        Awards close (5pm AEST)
27 November    Awards announced and presented