Stereotypes change, others confound
Stereotypes of weird scientists stick in students minds.
Years of efforts to change the stereotype of scientists may be having an effect, say Australian researchers. However,...
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Gender equity in science
Confronting inequalities is the way to move forward.
“I would have been a scientist… but I was denied access to an education” says Aboriginal activist and Kaurna Senior C...
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Making a comeback to science
Pursuing science after a break is no easy task for women.
For women, a career in science is hard - recognition for their contributions to research has come a long way. However...
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Promoting Indigenous STEM opportunities
Award-winning engineer Taylah Griffin is passionate about her work.
When Boeing systems engineer Taylah Griffin isn’t working to keep the Royal Australian Air Force’s early warning airc...
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Robot Academy lets anyone build robots
Students from 175 countries have learnt how to build robots.
Inspiration often strikes at the most unexpected of times. For Queensland University of Technology robotics professor...
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The renaissance in agricultural education
Many good STEM jobs to be found in the sector.
A decade ago agricultural education was in the doldrums. Agriculture in schools was considered the second rate option...