Biomedical scientist Professor Alan Mackay-Sim announced as the 2017 Australian of the Year for his work with stem cell

Biomedical scientist Emeritus Professor Alan Mackay-Sim has been announced as the 2017 Australian of the Year. At a ceremony in Canberra, the recipients of the Australia Day honours were awarded in front of the prime minister and other dignitaries.

2017 Australian of the Year Emeritus Professor Alan Mackay-Sim Source: AAP Image/Mick Tsikas