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.
Scientists encourage ambitious approach from review process
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.
Thank you, Chief Scientist
Science & Technology Australia offers its huge congratulations and thanks to outgoing Australian Chief Scientist Dr Cathy Foley AO PSM as her term in the top job comes to an end.
Championing science, innovation and Australian ideas
Science leaders thanked and congratulated former Science Minister Karen Andrews MP, and four eminent Australian scientists explored the STEM research, ideas and innovation to drive Australia’s future economy.
Visionary STEM expert and advocate Jas Chambers to lead STA
Visionary leader and ocean governance expert Jas Chambers is Science & Technology Australia’s new President-elect.
Projects to shape Australia’s future
Huge congratulations to the 23 successful Cooperative Research Centres Projects grant recipients announced by Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic.
PM’s Prize for Science to honour First Nations scientific contributions
STA is delighted to see the incredible scientific contribution of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will be recognised through a new award in the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science.
Celebrating Australia’s 2024 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science Winners
Huge congratulations to all the winners in the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science 2024!
Prof Christina Twomey shared ARC insights with STA members
We were delighted to hear from ARC Chief Research Officer Professor Christina Twomey at our STA Member Webinar this week.
STA statement on data exposure incident
STA statement on data exposure incident identified and resolved on 1 October 2024.
STA 2024 Annual General Meeting and Board Nominations
Science & Technology Australia will hold its annual general meeting (AGM) on 14 November 2024. This year, we welcome nominations for the following positions: President-Elect (1 position) and Board member (2 positions available in 2024).
Innovation and industry leaders appointed to STA’s Bench-to-Boardroom Committee
We are thrilled to announce the appointments of outstanding leaders to our innovative Bench-to-Boardroom Committee.
A comprehensive plan to build a better future: science leaders
At Science & Technology Australia’s annual Leadership Dialogue this week, its member organisations, collectively representing more than 225,000 scientists and technologists, shared their deep concerns for Australia’s future.
STA backs call to upskill maths teachers
STA supports and amplifies the call from peak maths groups for a coordinated Federal and state government program to upskill teachers to solve the crisis of maths teaching in Australian schools.
Australian economy needs a research and development power up
Sluggish National Accounts figures highlight the importance of boosting investment in economy-growing research and development, and reinforce the urgency of the upcoming Strategic Review of R&D.
Higher Degree by Research safeguarding welcomed
Science & Technology Australia welcomes the announcement today that higher degree by research (HDR) students will be excluded from the National Planning Level for new international student commencements.
The power of synthetic biology at Parliamentary Friends of Science
An expert panel explored the power of synthetic biology at the most recent Parliamentary Friends of Science event at Parliament House.
Powerful investment in Superstars of STEM welcomed
The $3.8 million investment boost in the game-changing Superstars of STEM program will powerfully elevate diversity in science and technology and inspire girls and women to study STEM subjects.
STA CEO Ryan Winn talks about the National Priorities on ABC NewsRadio
STA CEO Ryan Winn discusses what’s in the National Science and Research Priorities, why they’re important to Australia, and how they’ll make a difference.
Scientists welcome Indigenous Knowledge focus in National Priorities
Australia’s scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians have warmly welcomed the Government’s National Science and Research Priorities, particularly the strong focus on elevating and investing in Indigenous knowledge and knowledge systems.
Top STEM-sector leaders appointed to STA committees
We are delighted to announce the appointments of remarkable science and research leaders to its sector-leading committees—the STA STEM Sector Policy Committee, the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee.
Nationwide search begins for next Superstars of STEM
An Australia-wide search is on for the next stellar Superstars of STEM – the game-changing program that powerfully advances gender equity by turning a diverse group of scientists and technologists into highly visible media stars.
STEM Equity Report data reveals long road ahead
The latest STEM Equity Monitor data released this week provides critical data points for understanding progress, gaps and, critically, the case study voices of girls, women and non-binary people in STEM.
STA welcomes the new Government Ministry
Science & Technology Australia welcomes the new Government Ministry, announced yesterday by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Australia’s Economic Accelerator Advisory Board welcomed
Science & Technology Australia welcomes the appointment of the Australia’s Economic Accelerator Advisory Board.
Horizon Europe: Australia missing an open goal
Not many countries would turn down a nearly €100 billion opportunity, but that is what Australia has chosen to do. Choosing not to pursue association with the European Union’s Horizon Europe research program.
Indigenous knowledge needs to be recognised and valued
It’s NAIDOC Week – a chance to recognise and celebrate the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples – the country’s First Scientists.
Scientists welcome inaugural ARC Board
Australian research will be powerfully boosted, and researchers strongly supported by the appointment of the inaugural Board of the Australian Research Council.
Boosting R&D crucial for economic uplift
STA strongly welcomes the Government’s investment in economy-boosting research and development detailed in today’s figures from The Australian Bureau of Statistics. However, Government investment in R&D as a percentage of GDP has remained unchanged since 2018 at 0.17 per cent.
Nominations open for STA Committees
Science & Technology Australia is seeking candidates to join our Committees. These positions are fantastic opportunities for individuals to contribute their ideas and expertise to help STA achieve its mission.
Science & Technology Australia welcomes Ryan Winn as new CEO
STA welcomes its new Chief Executive Officer. Ryan Winn joins STA after a long and distinguished career in research leadership and the Australian Public Service driving complex policy issues.
Scientists welcome strong steps on pathway to boosting R&D
STA welcomes the strategic investment to powerfully increase diversity in STEM, a review of the R&D system, and a pathway to incentivising business to help the country reach a 3% of GDP target for R&D and secure the nation’s future announced in tonight’s Budget.
A future made in Australia – through STEM knowledge and skills
As Australia’s peak body for scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians, we warmly welcome the Prime Minister’s announcement that the Albanese Government intends to create a Future Made in Australia Act.
A record-breaking Science Meets Parliament
Science Meets Parliament (SMP) 2024 was our biggest yet – with the largest number of in-person delegates ever, and we have you to thank for making it the success that it was!
ARC reforms strengthen Australia’s research capability
As Australia’s peak body for scientists and technologists, we welcome the passing of the Australian Research Council Amendment (Review Response) Bill 2023 – enshrining into legislation recommendations of the Expert Panel.
Ryan Winn to lead Science & Technology Australia as CEO
Highly experienced Chief Executive and Australian policy leader Ryan Winn will lead Science & Technology Australia as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Professor Sharath Sriram – National Press Club Address
Read the full text of STA President Professor Sharath Sriram’s National Press Club Address.
R&D push will boost Australia by $100 billion and 42,000 new jobs
Speaking at the National Press Club, STA President Professor Sharath Sriram made a powerful case for rapidly reaching the 3% target to turn Australia into an innovation nation.
Meet the brilliant Science Meets Parliament scholarship recipients for 2024
Science & Technology Australia congratulates nine brilliant and emerging STEM leaders on winning prestigious Science Meets Parliament scholarships for 2024.
Science and innovation the answer to economic adversity
In a time of biting cost-of-living challenges and economic adversity, science and innovation can set the economy on the right road for the future. In our pre-Budget submission, STA has urged the Government to build a strong and resilient economy through a bold escalation of investment in wealth-generating research and development.