Applications for this position have closed. This new role presents an exciting opportunity to help shape the way in which the peak Australian science body influences and works with federal policy for science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Science & Technology Australia represents more than 60,000 Australians who create and apply knowledge in every scientific […]
Science & Technology Australia sets strong course for next five years
Science & Technology Australia (STA) has adopted a bold and far reaching Strategic Plan for the next five years, setting a path towards a stronger, supported and influential science and technology sector. The Plan outlines seven strategic outcomes, which will bring together scientists and technologists, governments, industry and the broader community to advance the role, […]
Superstars to smash science gender stereotypes
30 female scientists and technologists have been named the first Superstars of STEM – ready to smash stereotypes and forge a new generation of role models for young women and girls. More than 300 applicants vied for a spot to be a Superstar, with the successful candidates to receive training and development to use social […]
From the 2017/18 Federal Budget lockup
The 2017 Federal Budget holds few surprises for science and technology and has left the sector waiting for further announcements on major reviews and roadmaps, Science & Technology Australia said today. “We welcome strong new investment in researching and developing new advanced manufacturing technology, including a $20 million injection into the important Cooperative Research Centres […]
Prominent Australians point to science as antidote for ‘alternative facts’
Australian celebrities and world-renowned scientists and technologists have signed an Open Letter to reinforce their support for, and the significant value of, science and technology. With ‘alternative facts’ on the rise and a growing disregard for evidence-based decision making internationally, these leading Australians have spoken out in defence of pursuing and using evidence to make […]
Open Letter for Science
As Australian scientists and technologists and their champions, we write to express our strong support for our international colleagues in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Collaboration with international counterparts, in all countries and from all backgrounds, is vital to the work of STEM. The common language of STEM serves as a bridge across cultural […]