The NSW Government will contribute $5 million towards the new Garvan-Weizmann Centre for Cellular Genomics in Sydney.
Inspiring Australia has awarded more than $80;000 to nine Hubs to raise awareness about science; technology; engineering and mathematics (STEM).
The indefinite self-imposed ban on trawlers comes after elevated levels of PFOS were found in prawns.
Arup took out the top gong; the Bradfield Award; at Engineers Australia's 2015 NSW Showcase Dinner -- in recognition of its outstanding achievement in Engineering Excellence in NSW.
Panel members discussed a wide range of issues; including sampling and timing matters; at their ninth meeting.