THE HON. WARREN SNOWDON MP
Minister for Defence Science and Personnel
Thurs, 28 October, 2010
07/10
MEDIA ALERT
Minister to award Defence’s top research scientists
What:
Presentation of the 2010 Minister’s Award for Achievement in
Defence Science
When
9.45 am for 10 am start and 11:45 Press Conference
Friday 29 October 2010
Location:
Defence Science & Technology Organisation
506 Lorimer Street, Fishermans Bend, Victoria
Interview and
photo
Opportunities:
Warren Snowdon, Minister for Defence Science & Personnel
Award winning scientists
Media contact:
Alice Plate 0400 045 999
Event contact:
Steve D’Arcy 03 9626 7133 or 0419 991 909
Background:
The annual award is given for the most outstanding contribution
to Defence by an Australian research scientist.
This year’s award winner is being recognised for his technical
excellence in extending the life cycle of Australia’s combat
aircraft. With his innovative solutions he has not only delivered
huge cost savings to Defence he has reinforced Australia’s
reputation as a world leader in aircraft life extension technology.
The Minister will also present international awards to Australian
scientists for their achievements in defence research while
collaborating with their overseas colleagues from the USA, UK,
Canada and NZ.
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