Most university students who choose science, technology, engineering and maths subjects in the future would pay less for their degrees under changes announced today by Education Minister Dan Tehan. The proposed changes would cut the cost to students by 62 per cent for a maths degree and 20 per cent for science, IT and engineering […]
Expert scientific evidence key to avert future megafires
Expert scientific evidence should guide every element of Australia’s bushfire prevention, mitigation and recovery efforts, the nation’s peak body for science and technology has urged. In a submission to the Senate inquiry on the devastating 2019-2020 bushfire season, Science & Technology Australia says the strong embrace by Governments of science evidence to stop COVID-19 should be […]
Global STEM community backs justice, equality and respect
MEDIA RELEASE 10 June 2020 Global STEM community backs justice, equality and respect Today our colleagues in the STEM community all around the world speak as one in support of equality, respect and justice – and we raise our voices with theirs. In recent weeks, we have drawn hope from seeing so many people globally […]
Employment Opportunities with STA
Science and Technology Australia is looking for two people to join our team in Canberra. Applications are now open for: Superstars of STEM Program Manager (Full time) The Superstars of STEM Program Manager leads the development, implementation and growth of the national Superstars of STEM program. The role serves as the main point of contact […]
How to ‘Marie Kondo’ Your Writing | Webinar
Join us for this writing masterclass inspired by the queen of domestic decluttering. This session will teach the craft of writing well. Glean expert tips on how to declutter – and become a stronger and more persuasive author. You’ll come away with a clear set of insights to apply straight away in your member communications, […]
Keep it Moving through COVID19
During the pandemic, more people have become sedentary as they work from home. Gyms, recreational centres and pools have been closed. This is particularly alarming given evidence from the Dallas Bedrest studies of the 1960s showed that just three weeks of inactivity had the equivalent effect of 30 years of ageing on the cardiovascular system. […]