Chief Scientist for South Australia
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The Chief Scientist for South Australia is Professor Craig Simmons FAA FTSE. This account is managed by the SA Department of State Development.
South Australia
Joined November 2018
Women of colour can often face unique career challenges in #STEM. That’s why @STEMSistersau facilitate a diverse range of events, some right here in SA, designed to help you take charge of your professional growth. 🚀. Learn more & register:
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Amongst the buzz of this year’s finalist announcement, I'd like to thank the 2025 #SAScienceAwards sponsors. We are truly grateful for their generous support of SA’s #STEMM community: Adelaide University, Novatech, @Flinders, @Telstra, @CommBank, and SabreNet.
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The 2025 #SAScienceAwards finalists have been announced! 🤩. We received a significant number of quality applications this year – a testament to SA’s STEMM excellence. Meet the professionals who are boldly transcending our usual way of thinking:
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SA secures $21.2M in the first round of Australia’s Economic Accelerator Innovate Grants! A vote of confidence in the new university and the research capabilities we have here in South Australia. 🙌. Full story: @UniofAdelaide @UniversitySA
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Engineers are at the forefront of developing climate change solutions. The 2025 Climate Smart Engineering Conference will bring together the greatest minds in engineering to discuss how we can meet climate change challenges. Register at:
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20,000 men are diagnosed with this disease every year in Australia. Led by Professor Doug Brooks, the Centre for Cancer Biology at @UniversitySA conducts prostate cancer research & the development of its biomarkers, and are already making breakthroughs:
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International Day for Women in Engineering focuses on female engineer achievements, & they're reaching a world of achievements in SA! Professor Nikki Stanford, Associate Professor Jiawen Li & Professor Trish Williams are some outstanding engineers leading the way in this space 👏
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For 20+ years, men from north-west suburbs of Adl have been assessed to advance our understanding of factors that affect men's health. This study has uncovered insights into sleep, diabetes, mental health & more:
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Just over six months since they won Excellence in Science and Industry Collaboration at the 2024 #SAScienceAwards, @Flinders' Sleep Revolution Team continue to gain recognition for their pioneering research to resolve our nation's sleep issues:
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#MensHealthWeek is a timely chance to spotlight Flinders University's “Enough Talk, Time for Action” (ETTA) program. ETTA focuses on the health of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander men, their wellbeing & health care engagement. Learn more:
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Congratulations to the industry-research consortiums successful in the highly competitive 25th round of @business_gov_au CRC funding! . Significant research nodes will be established in South Australia for the Additive Manufacturing CRC and SMART CRC:
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A world-first set to revolutionise the space sector, @paladinspace_ have developed a solution to capture space debris and store on satellites for recycling. 🚀. Paladin Space were a recipient of a $100,000 Seed Start grant from the Department of State Development in 2024.
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RT @goyderinstitute: Great to host Chief Scientist for South Australia Prof Craig Simmons at the Goyder Institute! 💧🤝 Inspiring discussions….
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Are you a PhD student doing a cell or biological therapy related project?. You could win $10,000 to help ease your cost-of-living pressures 👏 . The 2025 AusHealth CureCell Awards are now open - learn more and submit your application by 31 July:
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The 2025 AusHealth CureCell Awards are now open to PhD students doing a cell or biological therapy related project. Up to five awards of $10,000 are available, which are intended to help ease the...
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Elevate scholarships are now open!. Aiming to address inequities in STEM, ATSE’s Elevate: Boosting diversity in STEM program are awarding undergraduate & postgraduate scholarships to women & non-binary people in STEM. Learn more & apply by 1 September:
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🔉 Female early/mid-career researchers: join your peers at the Women in STEMM Champions of Change event on 28 May, to hear how four female leaders navigated their careers & their roles in creating inclusive environments in STEMM. Register by 20 May:
www.science.org.au
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Good news!. SA National Science Week grants have been extended 👏. You could win a grant of up to $3000 in metropolitan Adelaide and up to $3500 in regional and remote areas for your Community National Science Week Activities. Learn more 👉 #scienceweek
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National #ScienceWeek (9-17 Aug) is a great opportunity to celebrate SA's STEM excellence. Community Science Week Activity Grants are open, with up to $3k for metropolitan Adelaide & up to $3.5k for regional & remote areas. Apply by 15 May:
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Ready to hear science-savvy presenters share their innovative research projects with you - in the comfort of your local pub? . @pintofscienceAU is coming to Adelaide on 19th - 21st May 2025 🧬🔬. Book your tickets 👉
pintofscience.com.au
Pint of Science is the largest global science festival taking place in many countries simultaneously
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Congratulations Professor Hoffmann from @UniversitySA on winning the 2025 Australian Council of Graduate Research Excellence in Industry Engagement Award. 🏆. Peter's work is the epitome of impactful industry partnerships and South Australia's forward-thinking research sector.
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