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🌏 Australia’s peak body in science & tech.
We run #SuperstarsofSTEM, #ScienceMeetsParliament and #ScienceMeetstheEconomy.
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Just TWO DAYS until Science Meets Parliament WA!

We’re getting ready to bring STEM professionals and WA parliamentarians together for two days of connections, conversations and science informing policy.

A special shout-out to our Title Partner, the WA Department of Energy and Economic Diversification, for helping make it possible.

Thank you to the WA Office of the Chief Scientist, Parliamentary Friends of SMARTT, and all the partners and supporting organisations featured in these graphics. Your support is helping bring science and Parliament closer together.

See you in Perth on 21–22 October!

#SMPWA2026 #ScienceMeetsParliament by @science_aus

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Science has greater influence when the sector speaks together.

Science & Technology Australia connects more than 140 member organisations representing 235,000 scientists, engineers and technologists. We explore how advocacy, policy engagement and national programs help expertise reach government, business and the public while strengthening connections across Australia's STEM community.

See more about Science & Technology Australia here: https://scienceandtechnologyaustralia.org.au/

Watch more of the STA Ideas to Impact series here: ideastoimpact.sta.org.au

#IdeasToImpact #STEM #Innovation #ScienceAndTechnology #ASNMedia by @science_aus

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Visible scientists can change who sees a future in STEM.

Superstars of STEM participants explain how communication training, mentoring and peer networks have strengthened their confidence with policymakers, media and the public. Take a look at how diverse experts can inform decisions, inspire careers and broaden Australia's picture of a scientist.

See more about Superstars of STEM here: https://scienceandtechnologyaustralia.org.au/what-we-do/superstars-of-stem/

Watch more of the STA Ideas to Impact series here: ideastoimpact.sta.org.au

#IdeasToImpact #STEM #STEMWorkforce #ScienceAndTechnology #ASNMedia #CareersinSTEM by @science_aus

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More computing power for Australian research. Stronger investment in our own AI capability. 🙌

STA welcomes recommendations from Parliament’s AI Committee that align with our advocacy, including:

🔬 Reserving a share of AI companies’ computing capacity for university research and other national priorities.

💻 Continuing public investment in research computing through NCRIS.

🇦🇺 Supporting Australian AI research, development and commercialisation.

🎓 Building AI literacy, technical expertise and workforce readiness.

The Committee also backs proportionate safeguards and national data centre standards covering resource use and community input.

AI can help researchers develop new medicines, improve agriculture and better understand our changing climate. Realising that potential requires sustained investment in the people and infrastructure behind those discoveries.

We’re calling on the Government to turn these recommendations into action.

#AustralianScience #AI #Research #ResearchInfrastructurw by @science_aus

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STEM skills can lead far beyond the laboratory.

Australian science leaders explore careers spanning research, agriculture, health, business, finance, government and community leadership. We take a look at how critical thinking, numeracy and communication skills can prepare people for a changing economy and make more pathways into STEM visible.

See more about Science & Technology Australia here: https://scienceandtechnologyaustralia.org.au/

Watch more of the STA Ideas to Impact series here: ideastoimpact.sta.org.au

#IdeasToImpact #STEM #Innovation #ScienceAndTechnology #ASNMedia by @science_aus

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Great research needs great infrastructure. 🔬

STA is advocating for sustained investment in Australia’s national research infrastructure and we want our members’ expertise to help shape what comes next.

We’ve emailed the leaders of STA’s member organisations seeking feedback on the 2026 National Research Infrastructure Roadmap Exposure Draft.

Does it reflect the infrastructure you use? What’s working, what’s missing, and what new capabilities will your research need?

If you belong to an STA member organisation, share your views with your leadership team to help inform their feedback. We’ve asked leaders to email STA Director of Policy, Dr Sarah Tynan, by COB Thursday 15 October.

Read our media release via the link in our bio.

#ResearchInfrastructure #AustralianScience by @science_aus

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We were delighted to host the Q3 meeting of the Science Diplomats Club at the Embassy of Mexico in Australia, with the participation of Science & Technology Australia (#STA) and the Australian Chapter of the Global Network of Mexicans Abroad (RGMX).

The meeting brought together Mexican scientists based in Australia and Australian researchers collaborating with Mexican institutions to exchange perspectives on Impact, Expectations and Challenges of AI: A review from Mexican and Australian Researchers’ contributions and their Bilateral collaborations.

Our heartfelt appreciation to Dr Jorge Gálvez Vallejo from #ANU for his presentation on supercomputing; Dr Gustavo Fimbres from #UniversityOfSydney for sharing his research on circular economy; Prof Robert Heinsohn from ANU for his dedication and innovative approaches to conservation of endangered species in collaboration with #UNAM; Dr Ana Casas Ramos from ANU for her investigations on critical minerals, and Dr Eduardo Benitez Sandoval from #UNSW for sharing his expertise on robotics and its human interactions. Their contributions underscored the value of strengthening scientific links between Mexico and Australia and fostering collaboration in these fields and adding our voice to the debate on emerging tools such as AI. 🇲🇽🇦🇺🤖

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Big thank you to @universitywa for partnering with Science Meets the Economy! 🎉🙌

Your support helps our STEM leaders learn how business and the economy really work. And how to make their science count. 🔬💼

Want to join The University of Western Australia? 👀

🤝 Partner with us. Your organisation gets visibility, networking and registration for your people.

🎟️ Are you a STEM leader? Registration is still open for individuals!

📍 Sydney CBD
📅 9 to 12 November
🔗 Tap the link in bio to register or grab the partnership prospectus.

Tag a leader who should be in the room! 👇

#ScienceMeetsTheEconomy #STEMLeaders #STEMCareers #AusScience by @science_aus

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Great ideas create more impact when Australia can scale them here.

In this video, science and industry leaders examine what it takes to connect discovery with commercialisation. We explore how research infrastructure, sustained investment and stronger partnerships between science, government and business can help retain talent, build sovereign capability and compete globally.

Watch more of the STA Ideas to Impact series here: ideastoimpact.sta.org.au

#IdeasToImpact #STEM #Innovation #ScienceAndTechnology #ASNMedia by @science_aus

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STA is among 18 leading organisations to write to the Treasurer about the R&D Tax Incentive. 💌

We're glad to see some great progress. 👏

Now we want to get the final details right for the people turning big ideas into real-world breakthroughs. 💡

Here's what we're asking for: 👇

🧬 Scrap the company age limits (or make them 20+ years)
🧪 No age limit for companies running clinical trials
⚙️ Keep support for the behind-the-scenes work that makes research possible

Why? Because world-changing science takes time, and Australia is great at it! 🌏

Keeping this work here means more jobs, more trials and better health outcomes for all of us. 🙌

Tagging our fellow signatories! 🤝 @ausbiotech.0rg ANDHealth @aamri_aus AUScelerate @ausacademyofscience @atse_aus BioMelbourneNetwork BioNSW @cicadainnovations @jumarbioincubator @lifesciencesaustralia LifeSciencesQld LifeSciencesWA MTAA MedicinesAustralia PathologyTechnologyAustralia @researchaustralia

#ScienceAustralia #STEM #RDTI #Biotech #Medtech #ClinicalTrials #DeepTech #AustralianInnovation by @science_aus

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Reliable science depends on every step of the workflow.

@eppendorf_official supports laboratories through liquid handling, automation, consumables and equipment designed for accurate, reproducible work. We look at how well-matched tools can improve throughput, reduce repetitive tasks and support more sustainable laboratory operations.

See more about Eppendorf here: https://www.eppendorf.com/au-en/

Watch more of the STA Ideas to Impact series here: ideastoimpact.sta.org.au

#IdeasToImpact #ScienceAndTechnology #ASNMedia #Eppendorf #EppendorfSouthPacific #epMotion by @science_aus

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Help shape the future of Australian STEM. Nominate to join the STA Board.

We’re seeking nominations for Board Directors and the President-Elect roles from members and employees of STA member organisations.

For Board Director roles, we’re particularly looking for experience in:

- Science policy and advocacy
- Business development
- Designing and delivering professional development programs

Bring your experience and perspective to STA’s leadership.

View the role criteria and submit your nomination through the online form on the STA website. Link in bio.

🗓️ Nominations close 1 November

#STEM #Leadership by @science_aus

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