STEM

In launching its science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) strategy, the Department of Defence identified industry as a key partner. Presented as part of National Science Week, the STEM Workforce Strategic Vision 2019-2030 outlines how defence will meet the challenges of the future and maintain its position within a changing strategic environment. During the launch, … Continue reading Defence STEM strategy sees industry as key partner →

The Western Australian government’s Future Job, future skills – Driving STEM skills in Western Australia strategy, announced in May 2019, this week announced the brightest minds and support for the next generation of scientists. In a ceremony held as part of National Science Week, the Premier’s Science Awards highlighted those at the pinnacle of science … Continue reading WA STEM strategy highlights state’s science skills →

A new program designed to encourage more young people to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects is utilising drones in the classroom. The program, delivered by the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) is designed for students in years 5 and 6 and covers the skills needed to operate and manipulate a drone. Teachers … Continue reading Classroom drone program gets students buzzing about STEM →

Putting research to work requires industry collaboration with education providers. Manufacturers’ Monthly reports. In 2017, the Office of Innovation and Science Australia released a review of innovation in Australia. Despite finding that Australia’s knowledge creation scored an A, the nation’s grades for applying this research to industry were significantly lower: knowledge transfer received a C, … Continue reading Internship program connects innovation with business →

From August 10-18, Australians across the country will be engaging in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) topics as part of National Science Week. Launching the week, Minister for Industry, Science and Technology, Karen Andrews, highlighted how the focus of the week is on getting young people involved in science. “When it comes to science, … Continue reading Setting off a spark: National Science Week →

Science projects in all sectors have been given a hand by the Queensland government. The state government is giving out $148,000 in funding for schools, community organisations, and projects, in the current series of Engaging Science Grants. With the goal of growing the engagement in science among young people and the community, the grants hope … Continue reading Queensland funding for community science projects →

Australia’s top women in tech will this week be able to pitch their ideas to the world at the Australian Women in Tech Pitch event. The 11 women have been selected by the federal government to take their ideas to an international stage, and is part of the federal government’s efforts to improve gender equality … Continue reading Top women in tech pitch to global audience →

The importance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills were highlighted during the recent federal election. With the election over, the sector is now focussed on the opportunities ahead. Manufacturers’ Monthly reports. While the federal Coalition government, in its 2019 budget, recognised the need for greater enrolment of young people – and, in particular, … Continue reading Training the workforce of the future →

The Government of Western Australian in collaboration with State and Commonwealth Governments and four WA universities have launched the Defence Science Centre (DSC), which is set to accelerate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) PhDs into defence innovation. The DSC is also partnering with the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute’s (AMSI) Australian Postgraduate Research (APR). Intern … Continue reading WA State Government launches Defence Science Centre →

The Women in Industry Awards were held at The Park, Albert Park, on June 6, in Melbourne. With nearly 200 attendees from a diverse range of industries, it was a great night that celebrated the achievements of individuals who have made valuable and significant change to the industries that they serve in. We congratulate the … Continue reading Women in Industry Awards 2019: All the winners →

Gilmour Space Technologies has partnered with the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) to collaborate on advanced rocket technology research, and testing, and science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) initiatives. Gilmour Space has been developing new hybrid-propelled rockets for commercial small satellite launches since 2021. “Our initial focus for this Research Partnership will be to develop … Continue reading University of Queensland and Gilmour Space collaborate on rocket testing →

Prime Minister, Scott Morrison announced on 26 May, the reappointment of Karen Andrews as Minister for Industry, Science, and Technology. Andrews was first appointed in August 2018 after Morrison became Prime Minister. “I will continue to work to strengthen Australian industries, so they can drive our nation’s economic growth and create more job, and I … Continue reading Karen Andrews reappointed as Minister →

Young Aboriginal scientists, engineers, and mathematicians will congregate at the Adelaide Convention Centre on 28 to 29 May for the third annual Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Aboriginal student congress. STEM engages with more than 500 students from 140 schools from years five to 10 through a range of interactive, challenging, and culturally relevant … Continue reading Aboriginal students developing careers in STEM →

Students in West Gippsland studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects will now benefit from new facilities funded through the Victorian state government. According to the state government’s press report, it has invested more than $3.8 billion to deliver more than 1,300 school upgrades, supporting almost 5,000 construction jobs for Victorians. Victorian Minister for … Continue reading New STEM facilities for students in West Gippsland →

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related occupations have a 1.6 times higher growth rate than non-STEM jobs in Australia. This is according to an analysis of labour force data by the Department of Jobs and Small Business, which indicates that between November 2013 and November 2018, employment in STEM occupations grew by 16.5 per … Continue reading Rapid growth in technology-driven jobs makes STEM learning a priority →

Analysis of labour force data by the Department of Jobs and Small Business shows that jobs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) related occupations are growing significantly faster than other occupations. Between November 2013 and November 2018, employment in STEM occupations grew by 16.5 per cent, which is 1.6 times higher than the growth rate in … Continue reading STEM jobs are growing faster than other jobs →

Australia’s first ambassador for Women in STEM, astrophysicist Lisa Harvey-Smith, is joining UNSW as professor of Practice in Science Communication. UNSW has also been named the host organisation for her Women in STEM Ambassador role. Harvey-Smith is an award-winning astrophysicist with 15 years’ experience conducting and publishing fundamental astrophysics research at universities and research institutes … Continue reading World-renowned astrophysicist joins UNSW →

Science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) skills contribute to more than a quarter of Australia’s economic activity, Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre (AMGC) reports. STEM skills are associated with 75 per cent of the fastest growing occupations, innovations, and higher paying jobs. But, AMGC explains the gender distribution of people who hold STEM qualifications is highly … Continue reading Roundtable takes on gender imbalance in STEM →

A new partnership with the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute’s (AMSI) APR.Intern program will see NSW’s Defence Innovation Network invest $230,000 to place 30 specialist PhDs in defence over three years.   Co-funded under APR.Intern’s National Research Internship Program (NRIP), the internships will match PhDs to NSW defence companies to develop skills and deliver innovative technology.  … Continue reading PhD projects to support NSW defence innovation →

The federal government will launch a digital educational toolkit to encourage Australian girls to study and pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). The Girls in STEM Toolkit will be developed and delivered by Education Services Australia next year, and will reportedly help school-age girls understand the diverse range of STEM careers available … Continue reading New digital platform to encourage female students into STEM →