Marine scientist Emma Johnston elected president of STA
30 November, 2017Marine scientist and broadcaster Professor Emma Johnston has been elected president of Science & Technology Australia (STA).
Girls' interest in STEM is in decline, says report
03 November, 2017The number of Australian girls taking part in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects has been declining at an alarming rate, causing Australia to fall behind compared with other developed countries.
New director elected to AusBiotech
30 October, 2017The 2017 AusBiotech annual general meeting (AGM) saw the election of Professor Jan Tennent as the new director of the organisation — an addition that is expected to bring a strong industry-research conduit to the AusBiotech board.
Transitioning from PhD to Industry: An unclear path with significant challenges and rewards
13 October, 2017 by Andre Tan*Andre Tan's journey post-PhD was a baptism of fire, which saw him under-employed for a period of two years before landing a secure role.
One-third of ATSE's new Fellows are women
12 October, 2017The Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering has elected 25 new Fellows for 2017, including key business leaders and academics, prominent commercial innovators, professional and business leaders and respected public sector figures.
New board members elected to Science & Technology Australia
04 October, 2017Science & Technology Australia (STA) has elected three new leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to its board, in an effort to represent scientists and technologists working in a range of disciplines.
WA neurologist appointed president of the World Federation of Neurology
21 September, 2017Professor William Carroll, a multiple sclerosis clinician and researcher at Western Australia's Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science, has been elected president of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN).
8 habits of great laboratory technicians
21 August, 2017 by Russell Grace, DirectorIrrespective of the type of laboratory environment, great technicians adapt and take on a few common habits that facilitate laboratory-based scientific investigations in the best way possible.
Life Sciences Queensland appoints new chairman
10 August, 2017Industry group Life Sciences Queensland has appointed Professor Peter Andrews as its new chairman.
Dr Elise Sullivan joins LeafCann Research
12 July, 2017Medicinal cannabis start-up LeafCann Research and Advisory has appointed Dr Elise Sullivan as its director of clinical education.
Life sciences industry welcomes visa changes
05 July, 2017The life sciences industry has welcomed the restoration of key occupations for the medical technology, biotechnology, research and pharmaceutical sector to the skilled migration visa list.
Superstars of STEM smash gender stereotypes
04 July, 2017Arthur Sinodinos has announced the first 30 Superstars of STEM — an initiative to raise the profile of Australia's most dynamic female scientists and technologists and create a critical mass of strong, visible, relatable and public female role models in STEM.
New leadership at WA's Perron Institute
31 May, 2017The Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science has welcomed Emeritus Professor Alan Robson AO CitWA as its new board chair.
Supporting female superstars of STEM
01 May, 2017Applications are now open for Science & Technology Australia's Superstars of STEM program — an ambitious new initiative to elevate the profiles of Australian women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Six characteristics of the scientist-entrepreneur
01 May, 2017 by Dr Cameron Ferris, Commercialisation Manager*What we need are true scientist-entrepreneurs who are able to navigate the complex pathway from the lab to the market with integrity, passion and determination, often in partnership with others, said Dr Cameron Ferris.
