Fixing STEM’s ‘leaky pipeline’ requires cultural change — from early education to the executive level
We all know that engineering is a male-dominated field, and the data proves it: based on the latest census, just ...
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These programs aim to keep girls in STEM – from preschool to university
Early childhood settings to universities are seeing a range of programs that aim to support girls in STEM.
The engineering student bringing affordable robotics kits to schools
When chemical engineering student Marissa Thomas realised schools didn’t have access to affordable robotics kits, she decided to make her ...
“In This Together”: What engineering can do to be more inclusive of Indigenous people
The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2020 is In This Together, and a recent panel discussion highlighted some ways to ...
6 ways to engage kids in STEM while at home
The global STEM community has a wealth of resources to engage kids of all ages in meaningful activities without having ...
‘Engineering In-A-Box’ brings real-world challenges to regional students
A new program wants to get children thinking outside the box with hands-on engineering lessons – no matter where in ...
F1 in Schools: High school students accelerate their engineering education
In Formula One racing, the difference between first and second can be a matter of milliseconds. The F1 in Schools ...
Future STEM innovators shine at national science and engineering awards
Artificial bones, wireless charging and portable biodigesters were just some of the projects developed by the next generation of Australian ...
What the STEM skills shortage means for engineering job prospects
Doing a STEM degree doesn’t necessarily mean good job prospects – unless you're an engineer.
Engineer named most influential Asian Australian under 40
When Dr Muneera Bano was announced the winner at the Asian-Australian Leadership Summit last month, topping an impressive line-up that ...
