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31 May 2023

Australia must not miss our ChatGPT moment

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Australian legislators must grapple swiftly with the implications of the recent explosion in generative AI tools like ChatGPT – or miss an historic moment to shape these transformative technologies, secure our sovereign capability and leverage huge economic opportunities.

23 May 2023

STA launches Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan

A colourful Aboriginal artwork: On a black background, the centrepiece looks like a colourful sun, circled by 'U' shapes -- that represent people and their coming together, which represents the connection Science and Technology Australia (STA) has with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their culture. A gathering of dots on the right symobolise the 115,000+ scientist/technologists that STA represents. Green pathways flowing to and from the centrepiece represent STA's ongoing connection to Country.

Commitments to deepen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in STEM and elevate the profile of First Nations’ STEM expertise are at the heart of Science & Technology Australia’s new Reconciliation Action Plan launched today.

23 May 2023

Working in STEM careers? Have your say and you could WIN a $500 JBHiFi voucher

Are you thriving in your STEM career – or not? If you’ve ever thought about leaving the sector, why was that – and what made you stay? Has your career in STEM been planned – or largely improvised?

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Science & Technology Australia (STA) is Australia’s peak body in science and technology. We represent more than 115,000 scientists and technologists.

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Our mission is to advance the public good and social and community welfare, and strengthen civil society, through education, outreach and programs.

We do so to advance the impact of science and technology to help solve some of humanity’s greatest challenges, including saving and improving lives.

With headquarters in Canberra, STA has excellent relationships with Parliamentarians, the Office of the Chief Scientist, the scientific academies, heads of Government science agencies, granting bodies, and key industry players.

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