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Indian-American teens lead 3M science challenge to reimagine the future

With innovative projects ranging from biodegradable plastics to clean energy solutions, these remarkable teenagers are not only redefining the possibilities of science at a young age but also challenging global issues with creativity and conscience.

Chinese scientist from Wuhan charged with smuggling biological materials into US amid growing security concerns

The shipments, which included material concealed inside books, were intercepted by customs officials and reportedly required government permits.

Indian-origin Sharath Sriram appointed WA’s new Chief Scientist to lead innovation push

With his unique ability to bridge science, policy, and industry, Sharath Sriram is poised to shape Western Australia’s innovation agenda

Priyamvada Natarajan wins 2025 Dannie Heineman Prize for uncovering black hole mysteries

Natarajan, who grew up inspired by visits to the Nehru Planetarium in New Delhi, has described her passion for exploring the cosmos and sharing the thrill of discovery.

Dr Parwinder Kaur awarded ‘Swan Scientist of the Year’ on International Women’s Day

Last year, Dr Kaur was inducted into the Western Australia Women Hall of Fame by WA Minister for Women's Interests Sue Ellery MLC.

The Holocene or the Anthropocene – Are we serious about the climate change?

“A committee of roughly two dozen scholars has, by a large majority, voted down a proposal to declare the start of the Anthropocene, a newly created epoch of geologic time.”

Indian-Australian professor named Scientist of the Year at Premier’s Science Awards

Prof. Siddique has dedicated his 35-year career to research, training, technology exchange and industry development.

Indian-Australian biotechnologist Dr Parwinder Kaur named to STEM expert panel

Dr Parwinder Kaur, who originally who hails from Nawanshahr in Punjab, is the Director of DNA Zoo Australia and a University of Western Australia Public Policy Institute Fellow.

Are women as successful as men in securing a patent for their invention?

A study of 309,544 patent applications found inventing is still a man’s world.

Indian-Australian Prof. Chennupati Jagadish elected to prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering

Prof. Jagadish was elected by his peers for his pioneering work in applying nanotechnology to semiconductor optoelectronic sources and detectors.

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53-foot tractor-trailer driver Baljeet Singh pleads guilty in deadly pileup, was playing phone game and fled to India

The crash killed 42-year-old mother Nancy Lefrançois and her 11-year-old son Loïc Chevalier, who were travelling in a passenger vehicle struck in the collision.

Indian Premier League could be played in Australia, Adelaide Oval explores plan

The proposal is part of a broader idea to strengthen cricket ties between Australia and India.

Perth toddler Sandipan Dhar’s death ‘probably preventable’ after missed blood test, coroner says

21-month-old Sandipan died in March 2024 after being taken to hospital with a persistent fever that had lasted for weeks.
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