The Government’s programme to provide free Internet service to communities across the island is opening doors of opportunity for residents who were limited by geography, says Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz. “We are bridging the gap, levelling the playing field...students will have access to a world of knowledge and businesses can thrive in the digital...

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport and Member of Parliament for Portland Western, Hon. Daryl Vaz (left), brings remarks at the launch of community Wi-Fi in Cornwall Barracks, Portland, on February 7. Also pictured are (from second left) Chief Executive Officer of the Universal Service Fund (USF), Dr. Daniel Dawes, and Member of Parliament for Portland Eastern, Ann-Marie Vaz....

Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Web Master, Sean Hunter (right), engages students of Christel House Jamaica about careers in the field of technology during a visit to the institution in St. Catherine on February 8. Christel House is staging Career Week from February 5-9 under the theme ‘Dare to Dream STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics’. During the week,...

Members of the public who need to utilise drone technology for various projects, can access the service at the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE). CASE President, Dr. Derrick Deslandes, said that in addition to course offerings, persons can also engage with the institution to use its drones for a range of tasks and solutions. “If you are a...

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is looking to increase the number of persons serving as Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Ambassadors. Launched during the COVID-19 pandemic, the programme allows industry experts and retirees to mentor youngsters, encouraging them to work towards academic and career goals in STEM. It targets students at the primary, secondary and tertiary levels and has...

The Scientific Research Council (SRC) is now accepting applications for its annual National Young Inventors and Innovators Pitch Competition (YIIC). Students at the primary, secondary and tertiary levels can submit entries online up to January 26 using the link provided on the SRC’s social media platforms. The annual contest is scheduled for February 27 where shortlisted participants will present innovative...

The world’s largest technical professional organisation, the Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers (IEEE), will host a face-to-face workshop titled, ‘Towards Expanding Access to Quality Engineering Science Excellence Opportunities in Jamaica’. This is scheduled to take place from January 17 to 18 at the University of Technology (UTech), in Kingston. The workshop will showcase IEEE leaders globally, technical professionals, and industry...