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Robbie Bonelli
Social change-maker
Robbie's a man of many talents; he's pursuing a PhD in researching macular disease, while spearheading a movement for inclusivity of LGBTIQ+ people in STEM!
Muireann Irish
Cognitive neuroscientist
Encyclopedias, Alzheimer’s and a drive to help others. That’s what kicked off the career of cognitive neuroscientist and Superstar of STEM, Muireann Irish.
Tuguy Esgin
Sport scientist
Let's get physical: Tuguy Esgin is improving Indigenous health through sports science
Noushin Nasiri
Health hero
You don't have to be a medical doctor to be a health hero. Dr Noushin Nasiri is a materials engineer, saving lives with medical devices.
Amy Heffernan
Analytical Chemistry
Analytical chemistry researcher Amy Heffernan uses roundworms to better understand dementia
Luke Stutter
Sports psychologist
Exercise science and psychology are less chalk and cheese than you might think. Luke Stutter is making a stunning career out his dual degree from QUT.
Melanie Sefton
Occupational therapist
A determination to help others steered Melanie Sefton towards a career in occupational therapy
Weber Liu
VR in the ER
Weber Liu has a fascination with virtual reality, and has set his sights on pioneering VR in medicine to improve patient outcomes
Hannah Thomas
PhD preacher
Hannah knows her PhD thesis back-to-front, since representing the University of South Australia in the international "3 Minute Thesis" competition
Geoff Webb
Data scientist
Geoff Webb uses data science to improve health practices in mental health and hospitals.
Yaya Lu
Robotics Engineer
A thirst for knowledge led Yaya Lu to help develop an innovative voice controlled wheelchair
Anastasia Miros
Hearing engineer
A last minute detour took Anastasia Miros down a career path helping the hearing-impared.
How astrophysicist Bachelor Matt Agnew used his transferable STEM skills to land a data science gig
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5 humanitarian STEM careers making major social impact
When we think of humanitarian and social impact careers, we often think of legal aid, education and...
Infographic: What would Willy Wonka’s factory cost today?
The infographic covers everything from Oompa Loompa salaries to the cost of edible wallpaper and powering it all with renewable energy.