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.
How science is saving the Great Barrier Reef
From a cheeky swimwear calendar modelled by marine science students, to growing coral on trees, here's how scientists are working to save our Great Barrier Reef.
VIDEO: Why we need more entomologists
41% of insect species are in decline. Of that, one third are going extinct. These scary new figures show us why we need to have more entomologists.
Here are the winners from the BHP Foundation Science and Engineering Awards 2019
This year's BHP Foundation Science and Engineering Awards 2019 showcased a myriad of talents in engineering, invention and innovation.
Study science and you could work in national security
It's hard to imagine ASIO, our national security intelligence organisation, hiring graduates with degrees in physics or science. Turns out, it's an unlikely match that makes a perfect fit. Here's why.
What kind of environmental scientist are you?
If you’re looking to become an environmental scientist, we’ve got good news. Environmental science jobs are on the up and up, and you’re spoiled for choice in what type of scientist you could become. So, which type of environmental scientist are you?
VIDEO: Here’s 5 outdoor careers if you can’t stand a desk job
How you choose to spend your 9-5 is a pretty big decision. If a desk job is your idea of hell, check out these outdoor careers in STEM.
5 STEM careers that will get you into the great outdoors
Looking for career inspiration that won’t see you spending the rest of your working life chained to a desk? Start here.
These bricks are made from urine!
The future of sustainable biomaterials for use in construction, homewares and fashion has some pretty smelly and slimy origins. We investigate biomaterials made from an enzyme in your pee, and a pesky algae affectionately known as 'rock snot'.
Kicking goals: Pathology careers in footy
There are so many exciting off-the-field medical science careers in sport, and a pathway in pathology is just one of them.
Winning formula: How one school is using the Bragg science writing prize to challenge gifted students
Santa Sabina College first entered the UNSW Bragg Prize in 2018 – coming away with the winning and a runner-up essay that year. We spoke to the teacher driving the school's participation about how they use the competition to challenge and enrich their gifted student cohort.
5 quizzes that’ll help narrow down your Uni preferences
Stumped on what to study after high school? Welcome to Planet Overwhelmed. Population: all of us.