SRC Reports Increase in Use of Food Pilot Plant
The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is reporting an increase in the use of it food pilot plant since the onset of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. …
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SRC to Establish Pilot Plant to Produce Cosmetic Products
The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is to establish a pilot plant for the production of personal care and cosmetic products, new Executive Director, Dr. Charah …
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U.S. Embassy Invites Applications For Youth Science Camp
Applications are now being accepted from high school students or recent graduates ages 16-18 years old, to represent Jamaica at the 2021 Virtual National Youth …
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Government Moving Ahead with STEM Focused High Schools
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the six new Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) focused high schools are still in the pipeline, …
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Jamaican Scientists Win Int’l Awards
Two local scientists have won the prestigious International Network for Government Science Advice (INGSA) 2020 awards, making Jamaica the first country to take home prizes …
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SRC Launches Programme With STEM Ambassadors
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) are often thought to be challenging areas of study and career pursuits. However, the Scientific Research Council (SRC) is …
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SRC Seeking Volunteers For STEM Ambassadorship Programme
The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is inviting professionals working in a science, technology engineering and mathematics (STEM)-related field to apply to serve as volunteers under …
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Education Minister Welcomes Opening Of Steam Lab At JC
Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams, has welcomed the launch of the Dr. Joseph Tait STEAM Infusion project at Jamaica College. Speaking …
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Statement To Parliament by Hon. Daryl Vaz, MP., Minister Of Science, Energy And Technology on Tuesday, December 15, 2020
“Creating A New Jamaica – Access To The Last Mile” Madam Speaker, it is a privilege for me to address this Honourable House so close …
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SRC Invites Entrepreneurs to Use its Milling Facility
The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is inviting interested manufacturers to utilise its milling and drying services as a means of increasing their business productivity. Since …
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Minister Vaz to address high electricity costs, telecommunications services
Newly appointed Minister of Energy, Science and Technology, Hon. Daryl Vaz, has committed to addressing the issues of high electricity bills and the quality of …
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Government to establish six new STEM academies
Six new science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) academies are to be developed at the high-school level that will prepare students in the public education …
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Young entrepreneur launches ‘STEM’ Learning Tool
Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are often seen as challenging subjects. However, Science Teacher and Founder of STEM Builders Learning Hub, Kavelle Hylton, has …
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Ministry of National Security Signs MOU to Provide Higher Education for Staff
The Ministry of National Security and Excelsior Community College today (August 13), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Bachelor of Science Programme in …
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SRC Supports Young Entrepreneur’s Pepper Jelly Condiment Creation
Operating a product-oriented business is, arguably, not always an easy undertaking, particularly if one is a young fledgling entrepreneur. However, 25-year-old chef, Lucian Dunn, was …
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Greater Partnerships Needed For ST&I Push – Minister Williams
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, says greater partnerships are needed between government and the private sector in research and development as …
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SRC Supports ST&I Policy
The Scientific Research Council (SRC) has expressed full support for the Science, Technology and Innovation (ST&I) policy, which is slated to be tabled in Parliament …
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SRC Calls For Greater Collaboration
The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is calling for greater collaboration among entities within the science sector to strengthen the nation’s ability to use science, technology …
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ST&I Policy To Address Internet Access – Technology Minister
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, says the Science, Technology and Innovation (ST&I) policy will address issues within the technology sector, such …
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ST&I Policy Will Be Critical To COVID-19 Recovery – Minister Williams
Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Hon. Fayval Williams, says the Science, Technology and Innovation (ST&I) Policy will play a critical role as the country recovers …
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