Shell STREAM Workforce Conference 2025 Prepares Students for the Future of Work


    Dr. the Honourable Nyan Gadsby-Dolly, Minister of Education delivering remarks

    Hundreds of secondary and tertiary students gathered today at the Shell STREAM Workforce Conference 2025, hosted by Shell Trinidad and Tobago in partnership with NIHERST, to explore career pathways in Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STREAM).

    The event, held at the Hilton Trinidad, provided students with real-world insights, mentorship, and hands-on experiences to help them navigate an evolving job market. Aligned with the findings of the National STREAM Workforce Report, the conference addressed key workforce trends, including employment opportunities, job mobility, salaries, and industry participation for STREAM graduates. Read More

    Teach ME Awards Ceremony Recognises Outstanding Student Innovators and Educators

    Back Row (L-R): Ryane Rollock (Senior Specialist –NIHERST), Wilson Henderson Jr. (Deputy Permanent Secretary – Ministry of Education), Julie David (President Ag. – NIHERST), Lovaan Superville (Vice President, Science & Technology Ag. – NIHERST) and Josanne Warner (Project Officer, Teach ME –NIHERST).
    Front Row (L-R): Students of Perseverance Prepatory School and St. Xavier’s Private School


    The Teach ME Awards Ceremony 2024, hosted by NIHERST celebrated the brilliance, creativity, and problem-solving skills of students and educators in Trinidad and Tobago.

    Held at NAPA, the ceremony honoured the winners of the Teach ME National Students’ Innovation Competition 2024 and the Teachers’ Virtual Curriculum Competition 2024, where participants showcased their technological innovations and creative teaching methods. Over $95,000 in prizes were awarded to outstanding participants who demonstrated exceptional ingenuity, technical skill, and dedication to advancing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and digital learning. Read More

    Dr. Jerome Foster Awarded ICGEB Grant Award

    Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago – NIHERST proudly announces that Dr. Jerome Foster, a researcher at The University of the West Indies, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) Research Grant. His project, “Metagenomic Surveillance for Potential Viral Pathogens in Illegally Imported Wildlife and Livestock Species in Trinidad, West Indies,” has secured €10,000 to advance research in public and animal health.

    Selected from a competitive pool of 464 applications across 47 ICGEB member states, Dr. Foster’s work showcases cutting-edge innovation in utilising advanced metagenomic techniques to identify potential viral threats. The project aims to strengthen biosecurity and public health measures in Trinidad and Tobago, addressing critical challenges in safeguarding human and animal health and reinforcing the country’s position as a leader in global research.

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    NIHERST Board of Governors Recognised for 100% Compliance by the Integrity Commission

    The National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (NIHERST) Board of Governors has been honoured with a prestigious award from the Integrity Commission of Trinidad and Tobago.

    The award was presented by Mr. Haydn Gittens, Chairman of the Integrity Commission, to NIHERST Board Chairman, Dr. Andrew Hunte and his fellow governors at NIHERST Head Office. This accolade recognises the Board’s achievement of 100% compliance in filing Individual Declarations of Income, Assets, and Liabilities, as well as Statements of Registrable Interests, for the year ending December 31, 2023. Read More

    TeachME - NIHERST takes another significant step in bolstering Trinidad and Tobago’s Education future

    In the 2023 edition of Teach ME Teacher’s Virtual Curriculum and Student’s Innovation Competitions, the National Institute of Higher Education Research Science and Technology (NIHERST), recognized the outstanding achievements of both students and educators. Over Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000) in prizes was awarded. Read More

    First Lego League National Tournament is Back After a Three-Year Hiatus

    Couva, Trinidad and Tobago. Scores of onlookers and approximately two hundred (200) participants, from across various schools in Trinidad and Tobago attended the recently held FIRST LEGO League National Tournament, hosted by the National Institute of Higher Education Research Science and Technology (NIHERST) and Shell Trinidad & Tobago Limited (Shell). Read More

    NIHERST in partnership with Shell Trinidad and Tobago Ltd launches First Lego League Competition: Super Powered

    Over two hundred (200) Primary & Secondary School students, from twenty (20) schools across Trinidad & Tobago, will get the opportunity to be a part of the FIRST LEGO League Competition, facilitated by the National Institute of Higher Education Research Science and Technology (NIHERST) and Shell Trinidad & Tobago Limited (Shell) Read more

    Shell Trinidad and Tobago Limited Launches A Digitalization Academy

    “Efforts are ongoing at the Ministry of Education to digitalize all processes, including textbooks, teaching methods and all examination components”. said the Minister of Education, Dr. Nyan Gadsby-Dolly while launching the Shell Digitalization Academy at the HYATT Regency. Facilitated by The National Institute of Higher Education, Research Science and Technology, (NIHERST), the launch took place on Friday 12th August, 2022. Read More

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    NIHERST and APETT collaborate to initiate STI transformation projects

    The National Institute of Higher Education, Research Science and Technology (NIHERST) and the Association of Professional Engineers of Trinidad and Tobago (APETT) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) which will see joint collaboration to address engineering-specific societal pain points currently being faced by communities and advance the national agenda for enabling Science Technology and Innovation (STI) in the society. Read More

    Sci-TechKnoFest 2022

    NIHERST hosts Deep Tech Revolution - Sci-TechKnoFest 21st to 27th March 2022
    Sci-TechKnoFest is back with its first-ever virtual edition in the Caribbean. The immersive experience, hosted by NIHERST and powered by platform sponsor Shell T&T, will be made accessible to the public via an integrated online platform. Read More

    Caribbean Council for Science and Technology (CCST)

    The Caribbean Council for Science and Technology (CCST) is an intergovernmental organisation for the promotion of cooperation in science and technology, with the long-term goal of furthering the social and economic development of... Read more >>>

    Mrs. Marleen Lord-Lewis appointed as President of NIHERST

    The National Institute of Higher Education Research Science and Technology (NIHERST), a State Agency, operating under the Ministry of Education, has a new President. Appointed by the President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago on the advice of the Minister, Mrs. Marleen Lord-Lewis received her Instrument of Appointment from the Honourable Anthony Garcia, Minister of Education, during a brief ceremony at the... Read more >>>

    30th Anniversary - Ode to Dreams

    In a night of reflection and fond reminiscence at the Hyatt Regency on Saturday 17th January, NIHERST celebrated its 30th anniversary and also bid farewell to outgoing President,... Read more >>>

    Deep Sea Wonders of the Caribbean- Post-Advertorial

    On Tuesday 27th February 2018 the National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (NIHERST) officially launched the Deep Sea Wonders of the Caribbean video series and book at the Digicel IMAX Port of Spain... Read more >>>

    Call for Nominations for the 2021 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education

    The prize was established by UNESCO’s Executive Board in 2016 to reward outstanding practices of individuals, institutions, NGOs, and other entities in advancing girls’ and women’s education. The closing date for submission of application for endorsement and submission by NIHERST to the T&T National Commission for UNESCO is May 24, 2021. Read More

    ICGEB PhD and Post-doctoral Fellowships - 2021 CALL NOW OPEN

    The call for ICGEB’s PhD and Postdoctoral Arturo Falaschi Fellowships is open. The submission deadline for endorsement by NIHERST is February 1, 2021. Please refer to the link for the application guidelines.