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The 91²Ö¿â congratulates all PhD students who participated in the 2026 Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition. This year's finalists showcased outstanding doctoral research across a diverse range of disciplines, demonstrating excellence in research communication and public engagement.

2026 Competition Winners

First Place and 91²Ö¿â Representative at the 2026 Virtual Asia Pacific 3MT® Competition
Tarynn Potter

Second Place
Jessica Elliott

People's Choice Award
Ranaweera Arachchige Perera
 

The People's Choice Award was determined by votes from the 91²Ö¿â community.

About the Competition:

The Three Minute Thesis competition celebrates innovating research conducted by doctoral students. It helps develop their ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely to a non-specialist audience. All 91²Ö¿â 3MT® participants benefit from training and experience in research communication and presentation.

Prize Winners:

First Prize: Tarynn Potter ($1,000*)
Second Prize: Jessica Elliott ($500*)
People's Choice Award: Ranaweera Arachchige Perera ($250*)

*All prizes are to be used for research related activities.

Judging:

• Professor Charlotte Brownlow, Dean, Graduate Research School
• Hunter Walkenhorst, Associate Director, Commercialisation and Partnerships
• Chris Walker, Director, Media and Strategic Communications
• Dr Lindsay Helwig, Program Director (UniPrep) and Senior Lecturer, Pathways.

2026 Presentations

Congratulations to all 2026 competitors: