Inspiring the next generation of thinkers
One of the world’s largest digital interactive learning and display spaces has opened in the new QUT Science and Engineering Centre. More.
Meet the new Minister for Science, Information Technology, Innovation and the Arts
Premier Campbell Newman announced the appointment of Ian Walker to the Queensland Government Cabinet, as Minister for Science, Information Technology, Innovation and the Arts on 17 February 2013. More.
Nominate for 2014 Australian Academy of Science Awards
Applications for the Australian Academy of Science’s 2014 awards are open. Awards are generally open to all scientists resident in Australia. Nominate today. More.
Inspiration in the Classroom: Scientists in Schools
Geoff is proud to be the Queensland ambassador for the Scientists in Schools and Mathematicians in Schools programs. More
Peter Doherty Awards for Excellence in Science and Science Education
The Peter Doherty Awards recognise students, teachers, support officers, schools, and organisations that have made outstanding and innovative contributions to science and science education in Queensland. More
Young Tall Poppy Science Awards
Nominations for the annual Young Tall Poppy Science Awards for 2013 will open in March 2013. these awards recognise excellence in early career research across all the sciences including mathematics, alongside a passion and capacity to communicate science to the community. More.
Who is the Queensland Chief Scientist?
Dr Geoff Garrett was appointed Queensland Chief Scientist from January 2011. A Cambridge graduate in metallurgy and an academic for 13 years, Geoff previously led two of the world's major national research institutions – CSIR in South Africa and CSIRO in Australia. More
2013 CSIRO Eureka Prize for Leadership in Science
Nominations for the 2013 CSIRO Eureka Prize for Leadership in Science are now open. The prize is awarded to an Australian who has demonstrated an outstanding impact on science. More
