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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, delivers remarks during the press launch of the University of Technology (UTech) STEM Summer Camp. The launch was held at UTech’s Western Campus in Montego Bay, St. James, on Wednesday (June 25).
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, delivers remarks during the press launch of the University of Technology (UTech) STEM Summer Camp. The launch was held at UTech’s Western Campus in Montego Bay, St. James, on Wednesday (June 25).

Stem Education Deemed Vital to Jamaica’s Security Agenda

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, is highlighting the critical role of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in advancing Jamaica’s national security strategy and broader development agenda. Speaking during Wednesday’s (June 25)...
Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane.
Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund (USF), Charlton McFarlane.

USF Pursuing Solar Energy to Power Community Wi-Fi Services
Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund, Charlton McFarlane, speaks at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.
Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund, Charlton McFarlane, speaks at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

USF to Expand Internet Access to Agro Parks
Coordinator, Science and Technology Education Unit, Scientific Research Council, Leigia Hall.
Coordinator, Science and Technology Education Unit, Scientific Research Council, Leigia Hall.

SRC Fostering Stronger Collaborations to Boost STEM Education in Jamaica
Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz (centre) peruses a document with University of Technology Jamaica (UTech) President, Dr. Kevin Brown (right), and Chief Category Manager, Hardware and Lumber Limited, Patrick Chambers. The event was the UTech Jamaica’s Research, Technology and Innovation Day held on Thursday (April 10) at the institution’s Old Hope Road location.
Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Minister, Hon. Daryl Vaz (centre) peruses a document with University of Technology Jamaica (UTech) President, Dr. Kevin Brown (right), and Chief Category Manager, Hardware and Lumber Limited, Patrick Chambers. The event was the UTech Jamaica’s Research, Technology and Innovation Day held on Thursday (April 10) at the institution’s Old Hope Road location.

Partnerships Key In Driving Research And Innovation – Minister Vaz

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Principal Director of Science in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications & Transport, Dr. Natwaine Gardner, addresses the inaugural STEM Exposition 2025 at the Bethlehem Moravian College in Malvern, St. Elizabeth, on Thursday, February 6.
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Nuclear Technology Being Utilised to Enhance Shelf Life of Produce

The Government of Jamaica is actively employing nuclear technology to enhance the shelf life of agricultural produce such as ginger, coffee, and pimento. Principal Director of Science in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications & Transport, Dr. Natwaine Gardner, in making the disclosure, said that the objective is to reduce spoilage, increase the longevity of the produce and generate greater...
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President of the Caribbean Maritime University, Professor Andrew Spencer, addresses a recent JIS Think Tank.
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CMU to Establish Non-Destructive Testing Lab

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...
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Process Development Manager, Scientific Research Council (SRC), Arlando Dunkley.
Science

Persons Invited To Use SRC’S Meat Processing Service For Holiday Season

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...
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Marketing and Corporate Communications Manager, Scientific Research Council, Carolyn Rose Miller.
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SRC Stages Business Development and Opportunities Expo November 28

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...
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Coordinator for the Science and Technology Education Unit at the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Leigia Hall.
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SRC to Stage Science in the Park on November 21

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,...
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Acting Chief Executive Officer, Universal Service Fund, Andrew McRae.
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USF Committed to Bridging the Digital Divide

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...
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Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, converses with Executive Director of the Scientific Research Council (SRC), Dr. Charah Watson, on the first day of the 31st Science and Technology Conference, at the Jamaica Conference Centre, downtown Kingston.
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Minister Calls for Greater Collaboration on Nuclear Technology

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...
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