Dr Cathy Foley takes Australia’s top science job Monday November 9, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Careers Physicist Dr Cathy Foley will depart her role as the CSIRO’s chief scientist to take up the federal government's most senior science job, for a…
Australia and NZ’s top researchers answer governments’ COVID-19 questions Thursday April 30, 2020 By Shannon Jenkins Economy & Industry Leading scientists, researchers and innovators from across Australia and New Zealand have united to provide governments with the latest evidence to assist with the coronavirus…
Which agencies got a break from Senate estimates hearings? Thursday April 11, 2019 By Stephen Easton Federal Labor is crying foul over their missed opportunities to quiz public servants after Senate estimates was cut short by the beginning of the election campaign…
Alan Finkel: innovation isn't magic — investment and planning are key Thursday August 25, 2016 By David Donaldson News Instead of comparisons with Silicon Valley, Australia should focus on laying the groundwork for innovation to flourish, argues the chief scientist. The Icelandic football team…
Chief scientist: future depends on science, IT, engineering, maths Tuesday September 2, 2014 By Stephen Easton News Australia's chief scientist says the nation needs to get serious about science. He's set out recommendations for a cohesive national strategy to tap potential in…
