New board members elected to Science & Technology Australia
04 October, 2017Science & Technology Australia (STA) has elected three new leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to its board, in an effort to represent scientists and technologists working in a range of disciplines.
WA neurologist appointed president of the World Federation of Neurology
21 September, 2017Professor William Carroll, a multiple sclerosis clinician and researcher at Western Australia's Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science, has been elected president of the World Federation of Neurology (WFN).
8 habits of great laboratory technicians
21 August, 2017 by Russell Grace, DirectorIrrespective of the type of laboratory environment, great technicians adapt and take on a few common habits that facilitate laboratory-based scientific investigations in the best way possible.
Life Sciences Queensland appoints new chairman
10 August, 2017Industry group Life Sciences Queensland has appointed Professor Peter Andrews as its new chairman.
Dr Elise Sullivan joins LeafCann Research
12 July, 2017Medicinal cannabis start-up LeafCann Research and Advisory has appointed Dr Elise Sullivan as its director of clinical education.
Life sciences industry welcomes visa changes
05 July, 2017The life sciences industry has welcomed the restoration of key occupations for the medical technology, biotechnology, research and pharmaceutical sector to the skilled migration visa list.
Superstars of STEM smash gender stereotypes
04 July, 2017Arthur Sinodinos has announced the first 30 Superstars of STEM — an initiative to raise the profile of Australia's most dynamic female scientists and technologists and create a critical mass of strong, visible, relatable and public female role models in STEM.
New leadership at WA's Perron Institute
31 May, 2017The Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science has welcomed Emeritus Professor Alan Robson AO CitWA as its new board chair.
Supporting female superstars of STEM
01 May, 2017Applications are now open for Science & Technology Australia's Superstars of STEM program — an ambitious new initiative to elevate the profiles of Australian women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Six characteristics of the scientist-entrepreneur
01 May, 2017 by Dr Cameron Ferris, Commercialisation Manager*What we need are true scientist-entrepreneurs who are able to navigate the complex pathway from the lab to the market with integrity, passion and determination, often in partnership with others, said Dr Cameron Ferris.
ARC appoints Professor Sue Thomas as CEO
28 April, 2017Esteemed researcher Professor Sue Thomas has been announced as the new chief executive officer of the Australian Research Council (ARC) — a role she will commence on 3 July.
Prominent and ordinary Australians show their support for science
24 April, 2017Australian scientists, technologists and celebrities have signed an Open Letter to reinforce their support for, and the significant value of, science and technology, just days after an ANUpoll found that a large majority of Australians support science and want politicians to rely more on the advice of scientists and experts.
Hunt moves to Health, Sinodinos takes Science
18 January, 2017 by Lauren DavisGreg Hunt will take over from Sussan Ley as Minister for Health and Minister for Sport, while Arthur Sinodinos will step into Hunt's role as Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science.
Innovation and Science Australia appoints CEO
10 November, 2016Minister for Innovation, Industry and Science Greg Hunt has announced the appointment of Dr Charlie Day as CEO of the Office of Innovation and Science Australia (OISA).
Call for increased collaboration and commercialisation
13 October, 2016Bill Ferris AC, chair of Innovation and Science Australia, has called for greater collaboration between Australian businesses and our publicly funded research institutions.
