STEM News
Gender stereotypes threatening the digital revolution
The importance of introducing careers education in primary schools, particularly to encourage girls towards tech careers, is highlighted in a new survey.
Low-income parents believe their children “unlikely” to have STEM career
A recent study has highlighted growing concerns among parents from less affluent communities regarding their children's prospects in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) careers.
Job applications more than halve in engineering
The engineering industry is experiencing significant challenges due to economic uncertainty and a shortage of skills, resulting in a sharp decrease in both job vacancies and applications.
Education secretary approves Dyson STEAM donation
The Education Secretary, Gillian Keegan, has approved a £6 million donation for the creation of a state-of-the-art science, technology, engineering, art, and maths (STEAM) centre in Wiltshire.
Registration open for the 2024 WES' Apprentice Showcase
Coinciding with National Apprenticeships Week, WES will be running the Apprentice Showcase from 5–11 February 2024.
Organisations uniting to inspire a diverse engineering and technology workforce
The Tomorrow’s Engineers Code is celebrating an important milestone – the community now has over 300 members dedicated to increasing the diversity and number of young people entering engineering and technology careers.
Exploring the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus
Nestled in the heart of Oxfordshire, the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus stands as a pivotal centre for scientific research and technological advancement in the UK.
Object Computing announces initiatives to encourage Women in Technology
Object Computing, a technology firm based in St. Louis, has announced additional initiatives for women to foster mentorships, share experiences, and encourage participation and leadership in STEM careers.
Women in STEM: New Year's Resolutions for 2024
As we bid a firm farewell to 2023, Electronic Specifier reached out to its women in tech network to find out what their personal and professional resolutions are for the new year.
Three weeks left to enter 2024 MacRobert Award
There are just three weeks left for UK engineering innovators to submit entries for this year’s MacRobert Award, the UK’s longest running and most prestigious prize for engineering innovation.