Corey Tutt

"It’s important for all Australians, no matter their history, to read perspectives from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. "

Corey Tutt is a Kamilaroi man from Nowra on the New South Wales south coast.

As a kid, he dreamed of becoming a zookeeper and in high school he developed a love of STEM subjects. But unlike the arts and sport, he found there was little encouragement for Aboriginal people to pursue careers in STEM.

In 2018, while working as a research assistant for the University of Sydney, Corey founded DeadlyScience, a not-for-profit organisation that aims to provide science books and telescopes to remote schools in Australia, and connects young Indigenous people with mentors to encourage their participation in STEM subjects.

In 2020, Corey was named the NSW Young Australian of the Year, and a Human Rights Hero by the Australian Human Rights Commission. He continues to work tirelessly to send STEM resources to Indigenous communities, and show First Nations kids that STEM is for them. The organisation has even attracted international attention, with Corey presenting at Harvard and Oxford universities.

In 2022 Corey received an OAM for service to Indigenous STEM education.

What kinds of books does Corey Tutt write?

Corey Tutt writes primarily non fiction children’s and educational books that focus on STEM, Indigenous science knowledge and First Nations innovations.

What is the Deadly Science series and what order should I read it in?

Deadly Science is a numbered STEM series for young readers covering topics like animal adaptation, Earth's changing surfaces, the solar system and how plants thrive. Read the titles in their numerical order if you want a progressive classroom sequence, or pick individual topics that interest you.

Which Corey Tutt book is best for learning about First Nations contributions to science?

The First Scientists: Deadly Inventions and Innovations from Australia's First Peoples is specifically about Indigenous inventions and innovations and is a good starting point.

Has Corey Tutt received any awards or recognition for his work?

Yes. He was named NSW Young Australian of the Year in 2020, recognized as a Human Rights Hero, and received an Order of Australia Medal in 2022. His book The First Scientists was shortlisted for the CBCA Eve Pownall Award in 2022.

Are Corey Tutt's books suitable for classroom use?

Yes. His books are written with schools and young readers in mind, designed to support STEM learning and to introduce Indigenous perspectives and knowledge in classroom settings.