Honouring forgotten women scientists, mathematicians, programmers and palaeontologists
16 Sep 2022

Honouring forgotten women scientists, mathematicians, programmers and palaeontologists

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The Australian government has launched a review into diversity in the science and technology sector. Among other things, the review will examine how to support women and girls in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Research shows … Continued
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2022
11 Feb 2022

International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2022

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This Friday 11th February 2022, the world celebrates the amazing contribution that women and girls have had to science. Research shows negative stereotyping and unconscious bias impacts girls’ participation in STEM at school. It also points to the benefit of … Continued
Amazing Australian scientists and students recognised with Eureka Prizes
8 Oct 2021

Amazing Australian scientists and students recognised with Eureka Prizes

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National science awards honour school students' science communication talent and innovation and leadership of researchers. Find out about some of the most innovative and exciting scientists in Australia who were awarded a Eureka Prize. Word Count: 340 The Eureka Prizes … Continued
Australia’s first trainee woman astronaut tells us what it takes
8 Oct 2021

Australia’s first trainee woman astronaut tells us what it takes

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Kim Ellis Hayes is currently training to be Australia’s first woman astronaut. Find out what it takes. Learn about the process of becoming an Australian astronaut in this resource for Year 7, 8, 9 and 10 students learning about STEM … Continued
Youth Misinformed
21 Sep 2021

Youth Misinformed

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This film is about the spread of misinformation through the education system and how that affects climate change and solutions. It highlights the lack of connection to our Earth and the way our current education system is not fully supporting … Continued
When I Grow Up
17 Sep 2021

When I Grow Up

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In an attempt to inspire a younger generation of females into STEM careers when they grow up, a teacher shares the story of Sally Ride, the first woman to land on the moon, ultimately inspiring the young women of today … Continued
Careers in STEM: Andrea Boyd – Space Engineer
16 Jun 2021

Careers in STEM: Andrea Boyd – Space Engineer

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Meet Andrea Boyd, as she talks us through her inspiration for a career in Space Flight control, from her childhood in country Australia and the path she took through engineering to work with the International Space Station as a Flight … Continued
Diversity in engineering with Leeanne Bond
5 May 2021

Diversity in engineering with Leeanne Bond

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Engineer, company director and diversity leader Leeanne Bond talks about breaking down the blokey barriers in the world of engineering. This career profile and podcast directly addresses the importance of women in engineering. Use the accompanying education resource to challenge … Continued
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2021
11 Feb 2021

International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2021

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On Thursday 11th February 2021, the world celebrates the amazing contribution that women and girls have had to science. Watch, read and listen, and get to know the amazing Women in STEM that we have featured throughout the year. They’ve … Continued
Jane Oppenheim and her career in science-based skincare
9 Dec 2020

Jane Oppenheim and her career in science-based skincare

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Researcher Dr Jane Oppenheim was the 2019 Clunies Ross Entrepreneur of the Year. In this article, you will find out about her career in pharmaceuticals and in the podcast, she talks about how science has laid the basis for both … Continued