STEM

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Overall, women receive a smaller share of research funding – but it’s not due to how applications are weighed up. The problem starts with the workforce itself.

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UNSW joins PLuS Alliance partners to turn out diverse, job-ready engineers

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A new taskforce has launched a report that shows we need to change the perception of engineering in schools and society to increase gender diversity.

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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 an impact.

Associate Professor Sarah Brough wants to know how time has shaped our galaxies – and she is a gender equity champion for the next generation of astronomers.

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You can support career development by nominating a deserving scientist, innovator or science teacher for recognition through a prize or award.

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Breaking long-standing behaviours that limit women's ability to shine in STEM careers will take tenacity, writes Janelle Wheat.

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Large gaps in the representation of women in science careers later in life are not due to lack of ability in the classroom.

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Plans for a ‘multiversity’ higher education campus in the heart of the new Western Sydney Aerotropolis have been unveiled by the Premier, Gladys Berejiklian.

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In spite of some recent positive actions, Australia still lacks a comprehensive and long-term plan for the STEM sector.

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