Two thirds of Australians think scientists should actively advocate for specific policies, and more than 60 per cent think scientists should be more involved in policymaking, according to a global study released by the Australian National University today.
STA extends our warmest congratulations to Professor Ute Roessner AM FAA on her appointment as CEO of the Australian Research Council.
We congratulate nine talented and emerging STEM leaders awarded an esteemed Science Meets Parliament scholarship for 2025! These scholarships enable participation from a diverse cohort of emerging STEM leaders across Australia, reflecting STA’s leadership as a champion of equity, diversity and inclusion. With the support of our sponsors, scholarships in six categories were awarded: Disability, […]
Sixty stellar scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians were officially announced today as Australia’s new Superstars of STEM by the Minister for Industry and Science, Ed Husic MP. The new Superstars highlight the strong diversity of women and non-binary people in Australian science and technology – including 3 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander superstar scientists, 14 […]
Australia’s scientists and technologists are calling for candidates and parties at the next Federal Election to commit to an economy powered by Australian ingenuity.
Australia’s scientists and technologists have welcomed the Terms of Reference and eminent panel for the Strategic Examination of Research and Development (R&D) and encouraged an ambitious approach to the scope of its work.
