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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stories - Page 19

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MatataLab's robot could be the future of education

Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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With robotic technology quickly evolving, and the use of robots ever-expanding, children are now exposed to robots at a very young age...
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In depth: McAfee on thought leadership, women in security and the skills shortage

Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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McAfee's vice president & chief technical strategist Candace Worley speaks about the rich world of security & how it's changing for women in tech.
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AU behind in robot uptake, NZ named IoT leader - report ranks countries on digital tech

Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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The report shows how Australia, New Zealand and other OECD countries are pushing ahead in developing new digital technologies.
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Bridging the rural-urban divide with technology, collaboration and bold ideas

Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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What needs to be brought into focus now is that issues of inequality and lack of access are not limited to emerging or developing economies.
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Vodafone fuels new course to tackle AU's low female STEM employment rate

Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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Vodafone partners with Coder Academy to deliver tech course for Australian girls, aiming to boost participation in STEM subjects.
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Konica Minolta and Western Sydney University build digital manufacturing capabilities

Wed, 8th Nov 2017
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Konica Minolta has announced a partnership with Western Sydney University (WSU) to build digital manufacturing capabilities...
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Top 25 finalists announced for Richard Branson's tech innovation competition

Tue, 17th Oct 2017
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XTC is poised to welcome its largest pool of international contenders to date, representing countries such as Norway, Australia, Rwanda and Singapore.
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Dell plans $14m donation: “It's our responsibility to prepare the next generation”

Fri, 13th Oct 2017
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By encouraging youth regardless of gender, ethnicity or social class to study STEM, there's an opportunity to bring in different perspectives.
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MYOB tackles gender inequality with Male Champions of Change STEM

Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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MYOB celebrates one year of membership in Male Champions of Change, aiming to increase women's representation in STEM leadership.
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Diversify or fail: Govt. puts $8m towards women in tech grants

Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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Australian government announces second round of $8m Women in STEM grants program to encourage girls and women in science and technology.
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Student-built electric vehicles battle it out in Auckland

Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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Teams of high school students are given a 300-watt electric motor kit and batteries to build their vehicles...
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Founder of the Tech Girls movement wins entrepreneur award

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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Jenine Beekhuyzen wins 2017 Pearcey Queensland Entrepreneur Award for her work in STEM education and entrepreneurship. #tech #awards.
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Accenture, IBM, ThoughtWorks recognised as top companies for Women Technologists

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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Accenture, GEICO, and ThoughtWorks win at 2017 Top Companies for Women Technologists, as IBM secures a Momentum Award.
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The future is technology: Another company invests into coding for kids

Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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Seeed Studio unveils a new STEM kit making coding a snap for kids, bolstering tech skills for a digital future. Available globally Oct 10.
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Finalists announced: IoT, Cloud & Cyber Security Innovation Awards 2017

Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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Finalists announced for the 2017 IoT and Cloud Innovation Awards in San Jose. Winners to be announced on 28th September.
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NZ's first Maori robotics challenge to be held in Whakatane

Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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Twelve teams from primary schools across the Eastern Bay of Plenty will compete in a new regional robotics competition...
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Synnex targets education and entertainment with new robotics deal

Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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Synnex Austraia is adding UBTech Robotics to its portfolio in a deal which targets the education and entertainment markets.
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Gender pay gap should be a social & economic priority, says WGEA

Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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Two Australian government science agencies and two universities join national initiative to improve gender equity in research organizations.
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Become a Star Wars droid engineer with littleBits

Mon, 4th Sep 2017
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Embark on a cosmic adventure with littleBits' Droid Inventor Kit, igniting young minds to craft their very own Star Wars droids.
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Could 'Mr. Robot' help solve the cybersecurity skills shortage crisis?

Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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The infamous Mr. Robot garnered the equivalent of a cult following & we've seen blockbusters like 'Black Hat' give cyber security Hollywood treatment.