The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) is preparing to establish a non-destructive (NDT) testing nuclear energy lab. A non-destructive testing lab is a facility where materials, components, or structures are examined for defects or flaws using techniques that do not damage the item being tested, allowing for evaluation of its integrity without altering its functionality. Speaking at a recent JIS Think...

The Scientific Research Council’s (SRC) popular meat processing service will be available to the public for the upcoming Yuletide season. Persons are encouraged to take advantage of the expert smoking service at the SRC’s Old Hope Road facility in Kingston to prepare their favourite cuts of meat for the holiday table. Process Development Manager at the SRC, Arlando Dunkley, said...

As Science and Technology Month celebrations continue, the Scientific Research Council (SRC) will stage its third business development and opportunities exposition on November 28. Dubbed, ‘SRC on Show’, the event is slated for the Hope Gardens playfield in Kingston, beginning 10:00 a.m. Divisional Manager for Marketing and Corporate Communications at the SRC, Carolyn Rose Miller, told JIS News that this...

Students, teachers, members of the science community and the general public are invited to participate in the Science in the Park exhibition on Thursday (November 21). The event is being staged by the Scientific Research Council (SRC) at Emancipation Park in New Kingston under the theme: ‘Science for A Better Life’. Coordinator for the SRC’s Science and Technology Education Unit,...

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Andrew McRae, says his organisation remains steadfast in bridging Jamaica’s digital divide and enhancing the quality of life for all citizens. Mr. McRae said the USF’s mission is to ensure that all Jamaicans have access to the vital digital tools needed to thrive in today’s technology-driven world, irrespective of their...

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, has called for enhanced collaboration in leveraging nuclear technology to meet Jamaica’s sustainable development goals. He made the appeal on Tuesday (October 29), while speaking at the Scientific Research Council (SRC) 31st Science and Technology Conference, which lasts from October 29 to November 2 at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown...

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is encouraging participation from all sectors during its 31st Science and Technology Conference, scheduled for October 29 to November 1 at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston. Themed ‘Harmony and Innovation: Unleashing the Power of Nuclear Applications for Sustainable Development’, the event aims to foster dialogue on the potential of nuclear technology in addressing Jamaica’s...