How Kris went from environmental scientist to COO of a gas company
15 Jul 2019

How Kris went from environmental scientist to COO of a gas company

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An industry career as an environmental scientist can combine a love for the outdoors as well as meaningful community engagement work. This article would be great for opening up a discussion with students about unexpected careers in STEM and would … Continued
The marine biologist who is sharks’ best friend
27 Mar 2019

The marine biologist who is sharks’ best friend

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Australian marine biologist Charlie Huveneers is at the forefront of research into some of the most terrifying creatures in the ocean. This article highlights an interesting career path that has given answers to some questions we have about marine ecosystems … Continued
Making an Impact with Maths – Kylie Hollins
22 Jan 2019

Making an Impact with Maths – Kylie Hollins

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems, Lifecycles, Living things Maths; Careers, Maths, Technology Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Interdependence and Ecosystems Years: 6, 7, 9, 10 Making an Impact with Maths – Kylie Hollins Dr Kylie Hollins has a PhD … Continued
Ivana Popovac – Systems Engineer
27 Nov 2018

Ivana Popovac – Systems Engineer

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Topics: Biological Sciences - The Body; Genetics Additional: Careers, Technology; Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Form and Function Years: 8, 9, 10 Ivana Popovac – Systems Engineer Video Length: 2:18m Login or Sign up for FREE to download … Continued
Dr Anjali Jaiprakash – Robobiologist
13 Nov 2018

Dr Anjali Jaiprakash – Robobiologist

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Topics: Biological Sciences - The Body; Genetics Additional: Careers, Technology; Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Form and Function Years: 8, 9, 10 Dr Anjali Jaiprakash – Robobiologist Video Length: 3:12m Dr Anjali Jaiprakash is a Robo-biologist looking at … Continued
Dr Jill Cainey – Climatologist & Energy Storage Expert
30 Oct 2018

Dr Jill Cainey – Climatologist & Energy Storage Expert

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems Earth and Space Sciences - Renewable/Non-renewable resources; The Changing Earth Physical Sciences - Energy Additional: Careers, Maths; Technology; Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Interdependence and Ecosystems Earth and Space Sciences - The Earth's Surface … Continued
Taking Flight
25 Jul 2017

Taking Flight

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How a fascination for the physics of flying launched Ashlea’s career with the ADF, and the interesting path that has taken. This resource is best suited to Year 9 and 10 STEM and work studies students who are exploring their … Continued
Peter Thomas-Hall – Chemist & Tech Officer
4 Jul 2017

Peter Thomas-Hall – Chemist & Tech Officer

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Meet Peter Thomas-Hall, a chemist and technical officer at Australian Institute of Marine Science in Queensland. Along with the Australian Academy of Science, we searched the whole country for science and technical support staff who go above and beyond. Peter … Continued
Careers in STEM: Tamara Davis – Astrophysicist
9 May 2017

Careers in STEM: Tamara Davis – Astrophysicist

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Meet Tamara Davis. She studies “the whole universe”, or specifically, astrophysics to better understand dark energy and dark matter. She was inspired by Haley’s comet and space shuttles as a kid and actually wanted to be an astronaut. Video length: … Continued
Bernadette Fitzgibbon – Neuroscientist
24 Apr 2017

Bernadette Fitzgibbon – Neuroscientist

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Meet Bernadette Fitzgibbon, she is a neuroscientist. She studies the brain and how pain works. In her work, she gets to follow her interest based on what will help people the most. Her advice for younger scientists is don’t be … Continued