STEM stories - Page 2

Despite progress, Indian tech and finance sectors still lack female representation in leadership roles, sparking discussions on STEM education's role in fostering a diverse and sustainable workforce.

On International Women's Day 2024, Australia underscored the importance of gender diversity in STEM and cybersecurity fields to bolster national security and futureproof the digital landscape.

Next-gen female cybersecurity leaders on the rise despite ongoing talent shortage, boosted by arrival of digitally savvy generation Alpha in next five years.

To mark IWD 2024, we delve into continued gender disparities in tech and education, but signs of progress emerge, particularly at Grok Academy, focusing on bridging the gender gap.

Reflecting on IWD, it's evident that the tech industry still faces a significant gender gap, necessitating strategic action and culture shifts from businesses for effective change.

The increasing democratisation of AI presents unique opportunities for women to lead in the rapidly expanding AI era, levelling the tech playing field.

Women are pioneering change in the sustainable transport sector, challenging the gender gap and driving innovation at leading electric motorcycle manufacturer, Scorpio Electric.

There's still more that can be done to take gender out of the equation. Here are the three changes I hope to see in the industry. .

The rapid progress in AI, especially with its ability to shape the world, will enable us to balance the playing field for women and eliminate bias.

Augment Technologies takes the lead in breaking down barriers, promoting female participation in tech through flexible work culture, mentorship, and coding initiatives.

New Zealand organisation, Digital Future Aotearoa, pioneers initiatives for digital technology education amongst girls, aimed at enhancing female representation in tech sector workforce.

At the Ideas of India Summit 3.0, top-ranking women in STEM, including ISRO's Nandini Harinath, shared their career journeys, emphasising the importance of education and support.

Digital Realty allies with UK's Digital Futures Programme to groom young digital talent, aiding program expansion into Thames Valley schools.

REGnosys allies with WISE to combat gender disparity in technology, emphasising female role models to inspire more women into STEM careers.

REGnosys partners WISE, a social enterprise, to combat gender inequality in technology by improving young women's awareness of STEM careers and amplifying female role models in the sector.

Perth-based Team ORS claims top prize in Samsung Australia's nationwide STEM competition, 'Solve for Tomorrow', with a device addressing pesticide overuse in agriculture.

King's College London to infuse £45.5m into science-focused initiatives, establishing interdisciplinary research hubs and creating 64 academic roles in bid to spur innovation and drive UK economic growth.

Fiona Sweeney discusses strategies to close the gender gap in tech, highlighting education and industry collaboration.

Council on Geostrategy to launch a substantial survey determining strengths and weaknesses of UK's science and technology sector.

The integration of STEM education into the school curriculum is crucial in preparing the next generation for the challenges of the future.