Previously known as the North East STEM Awards, the newly expanded STEM Awards will now shine a spotlight on excellence across the entire Northern region – with exciting new award categories for 2025.
The STEM Awards, long known for recognising and celebrating the exceptional companies, educators, and individuals who are making a conscious effort to bring STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) opportunities in the North East are evolving. Reflecting the incredible innovation and ambition across the wider region, the awards have been rebranded simply as the STEM Awards and will now celebrate individuals and organisations from across the North.
Dawn Ross, Partner Liaison Coordinator at the STEM Hub comments:
“The relaunch of the STEM Awards marks an exciting new chapter in our mission to celebrate innovation, inspiration, and impact across the North East, Yorkshire and Humber area. By expanding beyond the North East, we’re recognising the incredible talent and dedication found throughout our region. This change reflects the growing momentum of STEM across the region, from pioneering companies to passionate educators and rising young stars.
With new award categories and a renewed focus, the STEM Awards 2025 will be a celebration of the people and organisations shaping the future of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.”
This highly anticipated event is dedicated to recognising and celebrating the exceptional companies, educators, and individuals who are making a conscious effort to bring STEM opportunities to the Northern region. It's a night where the spotlight shines on those who are driving innovation and inspiring the next generation. We are thrilled to announce local comedian Steffen Peddie will be joining us as our host for the evening.
New Award Categories
To reflect the growing impact of STEM in the region, this year’s awards introduce several new categories, including:
STEM Ambassador Award - The most engagement by a STEM Ambassador
Climate Ambassador Award - The most engagement by a Climate Ambassador
Space Inspirations Ambassador Award - The most engagement by a Space Inspirations Ambassador
CyberFirst Ambassador Award - The most engagement by a CyberFirst Ambassador
Company Awards:
Sustainability Spearhead Award - The most inspirational Sustainability-focused Employer
Tech Innovation Award - The most inspirational Technology Employer
Engineering Excellence Award - The most inspirational Engineering/Manufacturing Employer
Space Pioneer Award - The most inspirational Space Employer
Science Trailblazer Award - The most inspirational Science Employer
Outstanding STEM Employer
Individual Awards:
STEM Educator Award - Most inspirational educator award
STEMpact Initiative Award - Special recognition award for an outstanding STEM initiative (led by a company or individual).
Next-Gen STEM Award - Celebrating a young individual (aged 17–30) who has demonstrated exceptional promise and impact in STEM fields
STEM Icon of the Year - Recognising a person who has made significant contributions to STEM, serving as a role model, leader in their field & driver of positive sector development
These additions aim to ensure all areas of impact are represented.
Nominations are now open, and the awards ceremony will take place in Newcastle at the Crowne Plaza on Friday 14th November 2025.
Entries close on the 12th September, for more information or to nominate, visit stem-hub.co.uk/stem-awards/
