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An in-depth analysis of pivotal life moments has revealed the differences between those in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) pathways versus those who have chosen other, non-STEM pathways - with some surprising results.

New research has revealed that parents lack confidence in subjects such as Science and Maths, and this is discouraging the younger generation from pursuing those subjects at school and beyond. The study, commissioned by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), found that 43% of parents have heard their children say ‘I’m rubbish at Maths’ and 32% of parents themselves have used similar statements that they acknowledge...

Whether it’s the laughter caused by a comedy show or the awe inspired by a musical performance, the thrill of live entertainment is an inescapable part of contemporary culture. However, while it is a stress-free recreational activity for most, a great deal of pressure is placed on event organisers to make sure everything from the lighting, sound and seating is handled effectively. In fact, venues are now required to comply with a number of ...

The events industry has become increasingly reliant on effective power distribution. Whether it is a large-scale music festival with elaborate light shows or small corporate events with sound systems and presentations, tech development has driven higher rates of energy usage from event organisers. With the festival season coming up, Matt Collins, business development manager of power distribution specialist ide Systems, explains how contractors c...

A team of young engineers from Wallace Hall Academy in Dumfriesshire, Scotland have been crowned champions of the Institution of Engineering and Technology’s (IET) FIRST LEGO League UK and Ireland competition.

IET.tv has launched Engineering Video Intelligence (EVI), a powerful, new video transcript search function, which allows users to keyword search within its entire video database to find exact and relevant timestamped content at the click of a button.The online platform, run by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), is one of the largest dedicated engineering and technology video databases in the world and includes industry news, tec...

A new report has been released which shows there is a lack of diversity in engineering and the technical workforce could be fuelling the recruitment shortage.Did you know nearly two thirds (61%) of the engineering and technical workforce consider the recruitment of engineering and technical staff with the right skills as a barrier to achieving their business objectives over the next three years?

Does the use of general search engines in the research process pose serious risk to accurate academic and scientific work?The Institution of Engineering and Technology has published a whitepaper which examines the growing trend of using general search engines to locate scientific information.

Blue Peter craft-maker Konnie Huq hasput her Blue Peter powers to practice for a good cause, making Britain’s most popular Christmas toys at home for a fraction of the cost. Huq issupporting a campaign by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) to inspire more children to consider careers in engineering.

Musician, hip hop artist, record producer, entrepreneur, philanthropist and technology enthusiast will.i.am has been rewarded for his outstanding contribution to the engineering profession with an Honorary Fellowship from the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).