The definition of the kilogram has been updated for the first time in 130...
For 130 years the kilogram has been measured against the 'Big K': a platinum and iridium alloy that should weigh exactly 1kg, but has degraded with time. From today, scientists have agreed on a new definition for the kilogram
Harvesting good data with digital agriculture
The next revolution in farming will be numbers-driven with the new fusion of digital agriculture with traditional farming.
What is economics? It’s much more than money
There's much more to economics than you might think; economists can work across fields like politics, health or communication, benefit from a generous starting salary and even change the world for the better.
Macquarie’s new Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences shows you how the world works
The new Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences at MQ is the only course of its kind in Sydney, teaching students modelling, problem solving & data analysis.
Oceans and climate change: we’re on a countdown
Finding a solution to global warming in time will require an understanding of the complex processes behind climate and weather, which affect oceans and climate change.
Win 2 tickets to the Dr Jane Goodall: Rewind the Future tour
We have two tickets to give away to the upcoming Dr Jane Goodall: Rewind the Future tour dates of your choice! Enter now.
How this geologist found her calling with QUT science
From studying a Bachelor of Science to completing her Master's degree, Kat Gioseffi is a seasoned QUT science student. Here's what she loved about studying at QUT.
Climate change is “fundamentally altering” young people’s identity
Confronting the realities of climate change can lead to overwhelming anxiety and grief, and of course, for those of us in high carbon societies, guilt.
What is forensic science really like?
Some jobs are shrouded in mystery, or eclipsed by stereotypes. We're breaking down what is forensic science with real-life forensic scientist, Dr Shari Forbes of UTS, and it's nothing like CSI.
VIDEO: The gender gap in STEM starts as young as 9 years old
Only 16% of Australian STEM professionals are women... but, why? Statistics from the Office of the Australian Chief Scientist show that that the gender...
Want to save the planet? Get there with renewable energy jobs
With a career in renewable energy, you can cut power consumption and help to save the planet with clean energy from waves, wind and the sun!
Neighbourhood watch: science makes cities safer and more enjoyable
Science skills like data gathering and analysis are helping to create apps that solve the big problems facing society today.
Future conscious farming: edible insects now stocked at major supermarket chain
Insects are the most sustainable source of protein on earth. They produce 80 per cent less methane...
STEM is in the air: Chelsie and Matt’s maths-themed date was romance goals
Australia’s most famous astrophysicist bachelor Matt Agnew has made no secret of the fact that he’s got...
Student performance improves with more diverse school leaders: study
Students would be better off if our teaching workforce looked more like our students (and the rest of Australia), according to a new report