Diversity in STEM
We’re supporting the development of a thriving, skilled and diverse workforce in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Diversity in STEM Toolkit (DiST)
The DiST delivers resources to support primary and secondary school aged girls and diverse students to see a future for themselves in STEM education and careers. The toolkit includes resources for students to explore the many opportunities available through STEM. It also has evidence-based educational support resources for their teachers, families and carers, aligned to the curriculum. Education Services Australia manages this program.
Drugs in sport analysis
Our Australian Sports Drug Testing Laboratory analyses doping controls for sports.
Electronic equipment testing services
Our Pattern Approval laboratory provides testing to IEC standards across a range of areas.
Elevate: Boosting Diversity in STEM
Elevate partners with industry to grow the pool of women and non-binary leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics by co-funding university scholarships. The Australian Academy of Science and Technology delivers the program.
Energy sector
We support energy security including developing methods for electrical measurements, and producing internationally comparable reference gases for the natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) industries.
Environment sector
We’re using measurement to help protect our environment. We support environmental management of pollutants, including research into new contaminants of concern and greenhouse gases.
Environmental testing and analytical services
National Measurement Institute (NMI) offers testing, certification and accreditation. We lead metrology in many important areas, from per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) to micro-plastics in water.
Find a public weighbridge
Public weighbridges are open for public use for a charge under the National Measurement Act 1960.
Food sector
We develop measurements in new areas like food provenance and fraud. We also improve on methods to accurately measure important nutrients like vitamin D and amino acids.