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Science & Technology Australia gives voice to 235,000+ scientists & technologists. We run #ScienceMeetsParliament #SuperstarsOfSTEM & #STEMambassadors programs.

Great privilege to participate in the Science Meets Parliament in Canberra this week #SMP25 and get direct insides into how policies gets shaped, understand successful advocacy and be able to speak up for science with parliamentarians! Thanks @science for organising this great event!

Science & Technology Australia@scienceau.bsky.social · 2y ago

From research to reality and advocacy with impact, in these sessions at #SMP2025, two stellar panels explore the role of policy advisors in decision-making and how to turn your ideas into action.

Do you know the name of the moon in an Indigenous language? If you said no, you’re not alone. Despite their long history, very few Australians are taught the names and stories of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, a poignant point from John-Paul Janke at Science Meets Parliament #SMP2025

Names for the moon in several Aboriginal languages, next to an image of the moon. Examples are Ngalindi (Yolgnu Matha language) and Kakirra (Kaurna people of SA)

Fantastic first day of #SMP2025 Bill Shorten's masterclass on civics was a highlight. Great to have the opportunity to chat with Minister Ed Husic at the gala dinner about the benefits of basic science and the culture of curiosity to drive innovation and economic benefits for all Australians 🧠🔬🤓

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The intersection between science and engineering in space is so important because you’re building infrastructure, says astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg - in conversation with Brian Schmidt at Parliament House #SMP2025

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A healthy democracy is part of what makes Science Meets Parliament possible. Let’s not take it for granted, says STA President Sharath Srirsm. Hear, hear! Timely and thought-provoking. #smp2025

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