The Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology is saddened by the passing of distinguished geochemist, visionary leader, trailblazer and pioneer in science, Professor the Honourable Gerald Lalor, OM, OJ, CD.   In recognizing his work, Minister of Science, Energy and Technology Hon. Daryl Vaz said that “Jamaica owes a debt of gratitude to Professor Lalor for his exemplary leadership and...

The country’s science, technology and innovation (STI) agenda continues to advance through the application of scientific knowledge and technological innovation across various sectors. As contained in the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) 2020 Economic and Social Survey, Jamaica launched the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA), becoming the first country in the English-speaking Caribbean to establish a full regulatory body for...

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology Hon. Daryl Vaz has committed greater efforts to support the improvement of employment benefits for the island’s tanker drivers. The tanker drivers are restive following non-payment of salaries and the lack of health coverage, pension plans and other benefits. In addressing the drivers at Petrojam’s loading rack on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, Minister Vaz...

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 Science Camp (NYSCamp). Over 100 students from the United States and select countries will attend the all-expenses-paid virtual program, to be held June 28 through July 21, 2021. Hosted in Monongahela National Forest in West...

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, amidst being delayed by the pandemic. These schools will prepare students for careers in STEM fields. Speaking during his contribution to the 2021/22 Budget debate on March 18, Mr. Holness said, the Government has identified...

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 its new STEM Ambassador Programme. The programme will allow industry experts to engage and encourage students to achieve academic and career goals within the STEM field, through consistent mentorship and interactive support. “If you're a...

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 at the launch and opening of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Laboratory, Wednesday (January 27), Mrs. Williams said the initiative, which is funded by Dr. Tait, is in line with the thrust...

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 telecommunications services offered to Jamaicans, as he assumes his new portfolio responsibilities. Speaking to JIS News following the swearing-in of Cabinet Ministers at King’s House on Sunday (Sept. 13), Minister Vaz said that “the vexing...

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 system for careers in STEM fields. This was disclosed by Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, as he outlined some of the plans of the Government for the new term, at his swearing-in ceremony...