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The Charles Perkins Centre is delighted to announce that the Ian Garthwaite Memorial Prize 2025 is awarded to Dr Winnie Luu.

Nominees must be TSS research or education staff who currently work at the Charles Perkins Centre or have previously worked at the Charles Perkins Centre under Dr Ian Garthwaite's mentorship.

Dr Luu is widely recognised by her colleagues as an exceptional and dedicated member of the Charles Perkins Centre community. As a key contributor to the Sydney Mass Spectrometry Core Facility and Charles Perkins Centre level 4 laboratory operations, she consistently upholds the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and service excellence.聽

Dr Ian Garthwaite

The Ian Garthwaite Memorial Prize was established in 2024 to commemorate our dear friend and colleague. Dr Ian Garthwaite was a highly respected scientist and a foundational staff member of the Charles Perkins Centre, having joined as the first CPC Laboratory Services Manager (Research) in 2013. Ian鈥檚 commitment to his team and the researchers at the Charles Perkins Centre was crucial to the successful operation of the building, vital to the establishment of our research culture, and underpinned the growth and success of our community.

Ian was integral to the technical support services team at the Charles Perkins Centre and, in turn, to the establishment of the TSS model across the University. Ian was always ready to offer his insight, skills, expertise and experience. He is much missed.

Nominators in support of Dr Winnie Luu commented

Winnie鈥檚 approachable, positive manner and strong communication skills foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where researchers feel supported and valued.

Winnie exemplifies the CPC and TSS values of trust, accountability, transparency, innovation, and service. She takes ownership of challenges, develops creative solutions, and ensures research continuity through her proactive and meticulous approach. As a trained First Aid Officer and Fire Warden, she champions safety and wellbeing across the workplace.

Colleagues commend her reliability, responsiveness, and deep technical expertise, noting her outstanding ability to connect people, streamline processes, and drive problem-solving. She is equally admired for her kindness, integrity, and leadership, qualities that make her both a trusted colleague and an inspiration to others.

Through her professionalism, initiative, and collaborative spirit, Winnie Luu embodies the ethos of the Ian Garthwaite Memorial Prize and is deeply deserving of this recognition.

Ian Garthwaite Memorial Prize 2024

In its inaugural year, the Ian Garthwaite Memorial Prize 2024 was awarded to Mr Craig Jackson, Senior Technical Officer. Craig was nominated by many colleagues for his exceptional engagement with researchers, fostering a collaborative atmosphere both supportive and dynamic, delivering a high standard of service, fostering a positive and inclusive environment, remaining flexible and informed to deal with any challenge, and to champion safety with TSS and the CPC research community.

The Prize presentation also saw the unveiling of a memorial image on the Charles Perkins Centre balcony on level 6 looking out over the campus and the city, celebrating Ian and his work. The memorial was unveiled by Linda Garthwaite and Professor Stephen J Simpson, Charles Perkins Centre Inaugural Academic Director 2012-2025 who had worked very closely with Ian since 2013. Many former friends, colleagues and students of Ian鈥檚 attended the unveiling. Vale.

Nominators in support of Mr Craig Jackson commented

Craig Jackson is widely recognised for his exceptional commitment to the Charles Perkins Centre community and his embodiment of the CPC philosophy of collaboration and networking. Through his approachable, respectful, and consultative manner, Craig builds strong relationships with researchers and colleagues, fostering a cohesive and inclusive environment where ideas and expertise are freely shared.

Craig actively engages with the research community through regular communication, advisory meetings, and informal discussions, ensuring that researchers are connected to resources, support, and each other. His efforts have strengthened collaboration and cohesion across all four research floors, enhancing both efficiency and workplace culture.

Craig exemplifies the TSS values of trust, accountability, transparency, innovation, service excellence, and safety. He takes ownership of challenges, delivers practical and effective solutions, and champions safety through training, inductions, and regular audits. Colleagues commend his integrity, inclusiveness, and reliability, noting his proactive approach and genuine care for the people he supports.

Through his professionalism, leadership, and collaborative spirit, Craig Jackson makes an invaluable contribution to the CPC community and stands as a truly deserving nominee for the Ian Garthwaite Memorial Prize.