2026 GENE Awards
& Inaugural Bio-Innovation Bursary

Nominations are now open for the 2026 LSQ GENE Awards – Queensland's premier celebration of excellence in the life sciences sector.

For more than 15 years, the GENE Awards have recognised the researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs and organisations driving Queensland's life sciences success. Showcasing achievement across every stage of the innovation journey, the awards celebrate outstanding individuals and companies making a real impact on our sector. Open exclusively to LSQ member organisations and their employees, the GENE Awards are your opportunity to be recognised among Queensland's life sciences leaders. See details of each award below.

LSQ Cytiva Company of the Year Award

This award celebrates an outstanding company that has made a significant impact in Queensland’s life sciences sector over the last year.

Thanks to our sponsor Cytiva.

Award Criteria and Application

LSQ KE Select Services Excellence Award

This award recognises outstanding individuals who drive innovation, operational excellence and growth in Queensland’s life sciences sector.

Thanks to our sponsor KE Select.

Award Criteria and Application

LSQ McCullough Robertson Industry Excellence Award

This award celebrates an individual who has made a significant impact on the success of the Queensland life sciences industry.

Thanks to our sponsor McCullough Robertson.

Award Criteria and Application

LSQ Merck Life Science Rural and Regional Service Award

This award recognises a person whose dedication contributes to the ongoing success and sustainability of rural and regional Queensland’s life sciences industry.

Thanks to our sponsor Merck Life Sciences.

Award Criteria and Application

LSQ QIMR Berghofer Woman of Influence Award

This award recognises an individual woman for her endeavours, passion and dedication to the Queensland life sciences sector over her career.

Thanks to our sponsor QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute.

Award Criteria and Application

Radium Capital Emerging Innovator Award

This award recognises an emerging life sciences company that is transforming innovative research into real-world impact. The award celebrates early-stage ventures that demonstrate scientific excellence, commercial potential, strong execution, and a commitment to advancing Queensland's life sciences ecosystem.

Thanks to our sponsor Radium Capital.

Award Criteria and Application