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Sep 24, 2021

So much happening in my book world at the moment - this week is the official launch of Aliens and Other Worlds. For children aged 8+ and exploring the incredible story of life on earth and possibilities for living things beyond our planet. Do aliens have pets? Find out here. 🤩

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We work flexibly, including the option for flexible hours. This role can be performed remotely from anywhere in Australia or based in Sydney with on-campus and work-from-home options. Salary package: $97k - $105k plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading.

Develop system-change-based recommendations for the sector based on the review, and support the dissemination of research outcomes.

Lead a systematic review of academic and grey literature relevant to identifying gaps and opportunities for women and people of other under-represented backgrounds in Australia’s STEM workforce.

external-careers.jobs.unsw.edu.au

We're #hiring a postdoctoral research associate on a 9-month contract to generate research input for the Commonwealth Government's Diversity in STEM review. external-careers.jobs.unsw.edu.au/cw/en/job/5145 #work #opportunity #researchjobs #womeninstem

Research Associate - Women in STEM

The Research Associate will contribute to this research, focusing on leading a systematic review of academic and grey literature relevant to identifying gaps and opportunities for women and people of...

Feb 5

The comet is the object labelled 'C/2022 E3 (ZTF)', currently near the bright star Capella. Too low to the horizon currently for most of the country. Map from stellarium-web.org

Feb 4

For those wanting to see the 'green comet' from Australia, wait until Tuesday-Wednesday since tonight there is a bright moon and it is very low in the sky. This is the view at 9pm from Sydney. For more info: lisaharveysmith.com/blog%3A-under- #comet #CometZTF #greencomet

The stars above Sydney, showing where the green comet will be

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To be absolutely clear, I'm referring to the corporate website I linked in the original post, not the UN theme and activities. I will be working with UN Women on IWD.

Honestly if I see anyone I know posing like this on #IWD, I'm not sure whether we can still be friends.

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In the meantime there are numerous excellent resources on the

@WGEAgency

website. wgea.gov.au/resources

I'm interested in driving transformative workplace change.

We will soon be launching an implementation guide for workplace equity. Learn about good practice and avoid common pitfalls. Sign up here to express interest in attending the online launch event:

mailchi.mp

National STEM Evaluation Guide | Women in STEM Ambassador

Ask your CEO to report on the current state of equity in the org, including pay gaps. Outline the equity action plan, including timelines, accountabilities, intended outcomes and evaluation plan. We have free evaluation guides and a planning portal here:

womeninstem.org.au

Our National Evaluation Guide for STEM gender equity programs is a practical tool to help organisations create meaningful change.

International Women's Day is coming up soon. Please don't embrace this nonsense. Talkfests, cupcakes, slogans, hashtags and cringey poses do nothing to advance gender equity. Companies who make money flogging #IWD tat should be ashamed. internationalwomensday.com/theme

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Wondering whether I should write a book on things people thought would improve gender equity but really, really won't. I've got enough material.

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Future You

@FutureYouOz

Feb 1

"The idea of going to University didn't really appeal to me at all. I wanted to work with my hands, and that's what led me into the mechanical field." Watch Louise's film to find out how she became a Fixer! #WomenInSTEM #WomenInEngineering youtu.be/cgZvYkbCdso

Women in STEM Ambassador

@WomenInSTEMAu

Jan 31

Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter to find out more about the projects we're working on, the events we're attending, and the research we're doing to drive transformative change within Australia's STEM sector. mailchi.mp/unsw/subscribe #EquityInSTEM

Jan 31

In my new (cheery) blog post, find out whether the Sun will: - die - explode - become a black hole - swallow the Earth - become a planetary nebula 💀🌏☀️

What happens when the Sun dies?

As an astrophysicist, one of the most common questions I am asked is 'what happens when the Sun dies out?' Let’s explore the scientific answers to this age-old question.

Jan 28

What happens when the Sun dies?

What happens when the Sun dies?

As an astrophysicist, one of the most common questions I am asked is 'what happens when the Sun dies out?' Let’s explore the scientific answers to this age-old question.

Mary McIntyre FRAS (she/her)

Jan 26

Let’s hope the tail keeps improving!

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@Spicey_Spiney

Jan 26

Last night I was able to easily locate #Comet #C2022E3ZTF in my 8x42 binoculars. It was visible in single shots taken with a #Canon1100D + 50mm lens, but how does it compare to #C2020F3NEOWISE? These images were taken with the same kit. ZTF is lovely, but tiny by comparison!

Jan 25

Astro folks - which institutes in Australia have regular astronomy seminar/colloquium series that I could join online? I enjoy the CSIRO ones, but would like to attend others if possible. Let me know - thanks.

Thanks everyone - I've been overwhelmed by generous offers so no more volunteers needed for now. Looking forward to sharing the implementation guide for workplace equity in March this year. Follow

@WomenInSTEMAu

to receive latest info on this and our other projects.

To be clear, we have had feedback from larger companies and orgs, we just want to focus on SMEs now.

Help please - I need a few critical friends from 🇦🇺 #STEM #SMEs to help review a national implementation guide for workplace equity, diversity and inclusion that we're developing. It will involve a phone call and a quick look at a draft copy. We'd love your feedback. Thanks!

What a wonderful gesture. Let's spread more positivity in 2023! And get more kids reading. For signed copies, visit lisaharveysmith.com/bookshop. For an unsigned copy, pls support the author by using this

@Booktopia

link: booktopia.kh4ffx.net/P0LJPz #childrensbook #affiliatelink #ad

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folks I'm buying 10x copies of Prof. Lisa Harvey-Smith's @lisaharveysmith book "Aliens and Other Worlds" to give away to friends kids ( aged 8+ per Lisa's advice ) and I'd love you to consider doing the same, and help kids in your lives set their sights for great things ;-) twitter.com/lisaharveysmit…

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Future You

@FutureYouOz

Future You - Teaching Resources

Our suite of resources provide teachers with a rich and comprehensive scheme of work to engage students aged 8 to 12 in ongoing and engaging exploration of the world of STEM careers. futureyouaustralia.com/teachers/ #InternationalDayOfEducation #AussieED #TeachingResources

futureyouaustralia.com

Future You has designed resources to support the educators who play a vitally important role in shaping the future of young people’s lives, and through them, the future of Australia, and the world.

Jan 23

Did anyone get a good view (or pics) of the Venus, Saturn and Moon trio last night? We were clouded out ☁️

Prof Kathy Eagar

@k_eagar

Jan 20

Wake up Australia. Someone is dying of COVID every 27 minutes. 1,063 COVID deaths in the 1st 20 days of 2023. Thanks

@covidliveau

for keeping us informed about the 2,300 in hospital & the 380 who died this week. Why are government, public health officials & mainstream media MIA?

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Jan 23

Look up this evening, and you might spot this incredible cosmic trio. Scan the western horizon after sunset. #venus #saturn #moon

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Jan 20

Look west after sunset this Monday (23rd Jan) and spot a spectacular trio of Venus, Saturn and a thin crescent Moon with the naked eye. Learn how

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Jan 22

Exciting - Comet E3 is heading down under, and has brightened significantly in recent days. It is now easily visible in binoculars. Want to see it for yourself? Check out my blog to learn how. lisaharveysmith.com/blog%3A-under-

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Ross McLendon

@rossmclendon

Jan 21

A timelapse from 30 minutes of #comet C/2022 E3 ZTF passing through the northern skies. It's very dim, made visible here by 4-second exposures.

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Jan 20

Look west after sunset this Monday (23rd Jan) and spot a spectacular trio of Venus, Saturn and a thin crescent Moon with the naked eye. Learn how 👇

See Venus, Saturn and a thin crescent Moon in the evening sky

Look west after sunset on Monday 23rd January 2023 and - clouds permitting - you will spot a spectacular trio of Venus, Saturn and a thin crescent Moon with the naked eye.

Jan 18

Solidarity with the millions of other immunocompromised families who have shielded since March 2020. It is gruelling, isolating, and devastating to be excluded from society but acute and cumulative Covid infections are devastating. You are doing the right thing. #CovidIsntOver

Jan 12

Comet E3 is heading towards southern skies - so get your binoculars ready! Let's hope it has reached naked-eye brightness when it sails past Mars around February 11th. Here's what you need to know. lisaharveysmith.com/blog%3A-under-.

The green comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF): how to see it in southern skies

UPDATED on 1st Feb to include latest information.