Tag: Cathy Foley

New chief scientist waiting to check in on quantum bet

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
Australia’s new chief scientist has turned his focus to misinformation and research infrastructure, as he waits on security clearance before examining the claims of government-backed PsiQuantum. Professor Tony Haymet,...

Oceanographer Tony Haymet appointed chief scientist

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
Marine scientist and entrepreneur Professor Tony Haymet has been appointed Australia’s next chief scientist, beginning his tenure on Tuesday with an openness to nuclear power and a message to...

Gig Guide: IISA chair steps down, Oppermann takes data job

Posted on   |  by Justin Hendry
Former NSW chief data scientist Ian Oppermann has been appointed the federal government’s new Data Standards Chair for Digital ID and the Consumer Data Right in the first shakeup...

‘Step up and lead’: Outgoing science chief’s clarion call

Posted on   |  by Joseph Brookes
Patient policymakers, proactive practitioners and a cultural leap of faith will deliver Australia’s innovation nirvana, outgoing chief scientist Dr Cathy Foley imparted on Monday, as she wraps up four...

Cathy Foley: My advice to young scientist entrepreneurs

Posted on   |  by James Riley
The national support infrastructure to help young deep tech entrepreneurs scale their companies has improved dramatically, but there are still some gaps, and areas that might need consideration for...

Last days: Speakers locked in for InnovationAus Awards

Posted on   |  by David McClure
With less that a week until the 2024 InnovationAus Awards for Excellence are awarded at a black-tie dinner extravaganza in Sydney, our incredible line-up of guest speakers and presenters...