The changing face of science

Science is forever evolving. The recent International Day of Women and Girls in Science reminds us that our perception of science, and how it’s taught, should change too.

Challenging the climate of bias

The largest ever all-woman expedition to Antarctica saw women from 34 countries travel and work together to challenge gender bias in science as well as learn more about the effects of our fast changing climate.

Becoming a STEM-inist

When PhD candidate Amy Shepherd began her career in science, she didn’t dream that within a few years she’d be rubbing shoulders with Nobel Prize winners but still wondering where all the women are.

New database highlights women in STEM

Australian women in STEM will be more visible thanks to a new resource showcasing the depth of talent of those working in the field.

More support needed for women in STEM

Women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics are facing barriers that require changed in institutional attitudes and additional support to overcome.

STEM is worth investing in, but Australia’s major parties offer scant details on policy and funding

We’ve had 10 federal ministers with titular responsibility for science since 2007 – five under the Coalition and five under Labor. That variation and a lack of consistent vision has affected Australian performance and the election platforms of the parties offers little hope for change.

Academy of Science welcomes new women in STEM strategy

The Australian Academy of Science has applauded the Australian Government’s Advancing Women in STEM strategy released by Minister for Industry, Science and Technology the Hon Karen Andrews MP.

A lack of women in STEM harms Australian prosperity

Australia has not yet made the systemic changes required to achieve diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), with the current under-representation and under-utilisation of women in the STEM workforce posing a threat to Australia’s prosperity.

Celebrating the superstars of STEM

60 female scientists and technologists have been named Superstars of STEM for 2019 by Science & Technology Australia to highlight the role of women in technology.

Crows launch innovative STEM programme

Australian Rules football and the Adelaide Crows will be at the forefront of an innovative new education program designed to encourage more school students to engage in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

Three critical steps to putting more women in the STEM spotlight

Breaking long-standing behaviours that limit women’s ability to shine in STEM careers will take tenacity.

5 ways to seed STEM skills in young children

Parents can help their young children develop the curiosity and thinking skills they’ll need to succeed in STEM subjects by cultivating the right approach early in life.