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.
Nerves of steel: working on the frontline of COVID-19
29 July, 2020Dr Harrison Steel has been directly involved in two significant projects that have impacted the COVID-19 health crisis.
STEM Ambassadors set to work with local MPs
09 March, 2020The STEM Ambassador Program encourages the involvement of science in Australian politics and aims to put science and evidence-based policy on the national agenda.
Changing of the guard at Science & Technology Australia
15 November, 2019Science & Technology Australia has announced the appointment of three newly elected members to its board, as well as the departure of President Emma Johnston and CEO Kylie Walker.
Scientist salaries increase but pay gap persists: report
13 November, 2019Average salaries for members of Australia's STEM sectors have grown in the past year, but concerns remain about working conditions — particularly when it comes to closing the gender pay gap.
New CEO appointed to Trajan Nutrition
30 July, 2019Trajan Scientific and Medical has appointed Marco Baccanti as CEO of its joint venture (JV) in nutritional testing, Trajan Nutrition.
Nominations for Fresh Science 2019 now open
09 July, 2019Fresh Science helps researchers find the key, compelling 'story' in their work and then puts them in the spotlight, showcasing them to the public and the media.
