Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stories - Page 19
MatataLab's robot could be the future of education
Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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education, learning & training
With robotic technology quickly evolving, and the use of robots ever-expanding, children are now exposed to robots at a very young age...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.