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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stories - Page 17

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Mobile malware creation is now as easy as downloading an app

Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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Mobile malware creation is as easy as downloading an app and potential criminals don't even need to write a single line of code.
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Startup bringing STEM workshops to more schools with Mercedes win

Thu, 24th Aug 2017
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MindKits was established in December 2008 after seeing a lack of support for New Zealanders in learning robotics and physical computing.
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Kiwi media design project, Girls in Games, celebrates its 5th birthday

Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Girls in Games, NZ's acclaimed STEM initiative, marks its 5th year inspiring young women to explore game development.
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Malware in your DNA sequence data? Technically, it's possible

Fri, 11th Aug 2017
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Could hackers exploit your DNA sequence and encode it with malware? A new study from the University of Washington says yes, it's possible.
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$21m Govt funding to power REANNZ innovation network for next seven years

Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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The REANNZ network will receive an extra $21 million funding over the next seven years allocated from MBIE's Strategic Science Investment Fund.
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Infor announces AI assistant Coleman for CloudSuite applications

Wed, 12th Jul 2017
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Infor unveils Coleman, an AI platform enhancing CloudSuite apps with smarter, faster decision-making and efficiency boosts.
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Frost & Sullivan recognizes Asia Pacific's best & brightest ICT firms

Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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Asia Pacific's biggest names in technology have topped the list at the 2017 Frost & Sullivan ICT Awards, held in Singapore last night.
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Infosys: How businesses can overcome the artificial barriers to AI

Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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Roles which require emotional intelligence, imagination and human interaction will continue to be relevant and must be filled by human beings.
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Dell's 'Legacy of Good' plan underscores commitment to team, society & environment

Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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Dell showcases CSR achievements post-EMC merger with its 'Legacy of Good' plan, aiming to advance human progress.
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You're Invited: Explore cutting edge edtech and pedagogy

Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Upcoming edtech conference hopes to share insights with the education sector and connect educators with leading tech players.
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Initiative gets more Kiwis pursuing engineering educations

Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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Government investment in Engineering Education to Employment programme leads to over 500 graduates per year, a year ahead of schedule.
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Remote observation tech gives classrooms an Ocean view

Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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Using tech-enabled ocean observation tools, a teacher in Hampton Hill School is bringing the science of the seas into her classroom.
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Tairua School builds problem-solving skills with TaiTECH

Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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Tairua School launches innovation and technology academy TaiTECH, offering specialist training in construction, cookery, art, sports science, and design.
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Science is alive and well in South Auckland schools

Wed, 31st May 2017
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Schools in South Auckland partner with STEM sponsors for new science projects, from beehive monitoring to robotic watering systems.
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Polytechnics to play key role in science skills shortage

Wed, 31st May 2017
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Lack of technical aptitude among science grads is causing a deficit of capability in the workforce, says a report by the Royal Society of New Zealand.
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Intel ANZ MD Kate Burleigh throws in the towel after 20 years

Tue, 30th May 2017
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One of Intel's most noted country managers has decided to call it quits as the managing director for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).
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Was education sector shortchanged by shortsighted budget?

Mon, 29th May 2017
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Concerns of a lack of investment in digital fluency and funding resound around a disappointed New Zealand Education sector.
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Programmer ignites students' creative spark with game design

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Company-X programmer Marcel van de Steeg inspired Hamilton students with a game design workshop, igniting a creative spark that inspired him in return.
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Nelson biology students work with scientists in the field

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Nearly 200 Year 13 Biology students get hands-on science experience at the Cawthron Aquaculture Park, working with mussels and earning NCEA credits.
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You're invited: Young women get to work with tech mentors

Thu, 18th May 2017
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Want to encourage young women in our schools to pursue STEM and exciting careers in the tech sector? ShadowTech Day will help them meet their mentors.