Professor Aaron Marshall receives Pickering Medal

28 October, 2025

Professor Aaron Marshall has today been awarded the Pickering Medal for pioneering research in electrochemistry and for successfully commercialising sustainable technologies. 

Awarded annually by the Royal Society Te Apārangi, the Pickering Medal celebrates excellence and innovation in technology. Named after New Zealand engineer and physicist Sir William Pickering, the award recognises individuals or teams whose technological achievements make a real difference through commercial success, social impact, or advancing New Zealand’s tech capability.

Congratulating Aaron on the award, Institute Director Professor Nicola Gaston said that Aaron is turning materials science into sustainable technologies that deliver real-world impact.

‘From Zincovery to Ternary Kinetics, Aaron is showing what’s possible when innovation meets world-class science. He’s helping shape the future of clean technology in New Zealand — turning research breakthroughs into real solutions that make a difference. It’s exciting to see innovators like Aaron leading the way, and to watch more of our people building new ventures while our start-ups continue to grow and succeed.’