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Coordinator of the Scientific Research Council (SRC) Science and Technology Education Unit, Kavelle Hylton (right), shares a photo opportunity with students during a science fair held in 2019. (Photo: Contributed)
Coordinator of the Scientific Research Council (SRC) Science and Technology Education Unit, Kavelle Hylton (right), shares a photo opportunity with students during a science fair held in 2019. (Photo: Contributed)

SRC Hosting CSEC Workshops July 1 & 2

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is inviting students preparing for the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations to participate in its virtual Physics and Information Technology workshops being held July 1 and 2. Coordinator of SRC’s Science and Technology Education...
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), and Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams, exchange greetings during a ceremony for the handover of solar kits held on May 27 at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) Auditorium in Kingston. At the event, the Ministry of Education, through the National Education Trust, received solar kits on behalf of 14 high schools, which will be used for electrical instruction at the beneficiary institutions. The distribution supports the Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology’s mandate of popularisng science in schools, as well as advancing the push for renewable technologies. Overall, 44 solar kits will be donated to 21 learning institutions to be used for demonstration purposes.
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), and Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams, exchange greetings during a ceremony for the handover of solar kits held on May 27 at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) Auditorium in Kingston. At the event, the Ministry of Education, through the National Education Trust, received solar kits on behalf of 14 high schools, which will be used for electrical instruction at the beneficiary institutions. The distribution supports the Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology’s mandate of popularisng science in schools, as well as advancing the push for renewable technologies. Overall, 44 solar kits will be donated to 21 learning institutions to be used for demonstration purposes.

PHOTOS: Education Minister Receives Solar Kits for Schools
Scientific Research Council (SRC) Chairman, Dr. Parris Lyew-Ayee Jr., speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank.
Scientific Research Council (SRC) Chairman, Dr. Parris Lyew-Ayee Jr., speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank.

SRC Pushing Science For Development
Scientific Research Council (SRC) Board Chairman, Dr. Parris Lyew-Ayee, speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank.
Scientific Research Council (SRC) Board Chairman, Dr. Parris Lyew-Ayee, speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank.

SRC Reports Increase in Use of Food Pilot Plant
Newly appointed Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Dr. Charah Watson, speaks at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, today (April 26), at the agency’s head office in Kingston.
Newly appointed Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Dr. Charah Watson, speaks at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, today (April 26), at the agency’s head office in Kingston.

SRC to Establish Pilot Plant to Produce Cosmetic Products

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ScienceTribute

Science Ministry saddened by the passing of Professor Gerald Lalor

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...
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InnovationScienceTechnology

STI Agenda Continues To Advance

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...
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EnergyScienceTechnology

Energy Minister promises greater support for tanker drivers

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...
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ScienceYouth

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 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...
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EducationScience

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, 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...
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Research scientist and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Ambassador, Scientific Research Council (SRC) ​Dr. Shadae Foster (head of table), instructs students during a soap-making workshop. Occasion was the SRC’s Schools Science and Technology Societies (SSTS) Invasion held at the Ferncourt High School in 2019. (Photo: contributed)
Science

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 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...
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Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Fayval Williams (left), cuts the ribbon to officially open the STEAM Laboratory that was donated by Jamaica College Old Boy, Veterinarian, Dr. Joseph Tait, during a ceremony held at Jamaica College, Wednesday (January 27). Sharing the moment (from second left) are Dr. Tait and Principal at Jamaica College, Wayne Robinson.
EducationScience

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 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...
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