Govt commits to a more diverse science and tech workforce
08 September, 2022The Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic, has announced a commitment to widen the pipeline of talent available to the science and technology sectors.
Applications open for Elevate: Boosting women in STEM
18 August, 2022Elevate will award up to 500 undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships to women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics over the next six years.
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences appoints Suzanne Foster as President
10 August, 2022A seasoned executive, Foster brings more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry.
Qld Women in STEM winners announced, Superstars of STEM reopens
22 July, 2022Four outstanding Qld women are recognised for their work in STEM, while the Superstars of STEM program looks to turn more diverse science experts into media stars.
Science industry welcomes new Labor ministry
01 June, 2022The new government has already stated its commitment to working towards Australia becoming a global STEM superpower.
Three reasons to incorporate proper ergonomics
18 February, 2022 by Derrick Teal and Megan FarellPosture has become an important part of ergonomics, which is the concept of using items to position the body in a more efficient and safe manner.
Public trust in scientists rose during the pandemic
08 December, 2021During the COVID-19 pandemic, more than three-quarters of people globally said they trust science (80%) and scientists (77%) either "a lot" or "some".
New presidents at STA, Aus Academy of Science
26 November, 2021Professor Mark Hutchinson has commenced as President of Science & Technology Australia while Professor Chennupati Jagadish has been appointed to lead the Australian Academy of Science.
L'Oréal supports women in STEM, but more needs to be done
25 November, 2021 by Lauren DavisThe L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Australia & New Zealand Fellowships have been announced, but are programs such as this enough to keep women in the industry?
AusBiotech announces Industry Excellence Awards, new Chair
10 November, 2021AusBiotech has announced the winners of its Industry Excellence Awards and appointed Geoffrey Kempler as its new Chair.
Stress of COVID-19 taking its toll on Aus scientists
19 October, 2021The Professional Scientists Employment and Remuneration Report found that over 70.6% of scientists said worker fatigue had increased.
New CEO appointed to ANSTO
01 April, 2021Shaun Jenkinson has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of ANSTO following a global search to fill the position.
Dr Cathy Foley appointed Australia's next Chief Scientist
10 November, 2020Renowned physicist Dr Cathy Foley AO has been appointed Australia's next Chief Scientist, taking over from Dr Alan Finkel AO after his tenure comes to an end in December.
Applications now open for next Superstars of STEM
10 August, 2020The program is about building capacity in the STEM sector so more women have the confidence and training to become go-to STEM experts in the media.
Exciton Science Connect Program to boost industry collaboration
07 August, 2020The program will increase knowledge exchange, capacity building and idea generation between the research community and the private sector.
