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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · 23d

🔬 Chemistry in higher education builds skills, knowledge & innovation the UK needs, but the sector is under strain #ChemSky

The @rsc.org is calling for action on funding, access & student support to secure the future of chemistry 👉 bit.ly/4gtZoyw

Championing chemistry in UK higher education

As universities navigate financial pressures, we are working to ensure chemistry teaching, research and innovation continues to thrive in the UK

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · 23d

🔬 Chemistry in higher education builds skills, knowledge & innovation the UK needs, but the sector is under strain #ChemSky

The @rsc.org is calling for action on funding, access & student support to secure the future of chemistry 👉 bit.ly/4gtZoyw

Championing chemistry in UK higher education

As universities navigate financial pressures, we are working to ensure chemistry teaching, research and innovation continues to thrive in the UK

bit.ly

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The Loop @theloopuk.bsky.social · Aug 21

Great to see support for drug testing at all festivals in today's papers. Every drug death is potentially preventable. Let's make that a reality.

www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jul 21

🔬Chemistry in Crisis: Are We Creating Cold Spots in UK Science?🧪

Where students can’t study locally, hitting disadvantaged communities hardest. Yet chemistry jobs are growing fast. We must act now to protect access, skills, & the future of UK science #ChemSky

www.chemistryworld.com/news/chemist...

Chemistry ‘cold spots’ emerging across the UK, RSC warns

Some regions face a future with fewer chemists

www.chemistryworld.com

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jul 14

🚨The @rsc.org are hiring🚨

Passionate about chemistry & education?

Join us as an Education Coordinator (NI/ROI focus) to lead local initiatives, support teachers & shape policy #ChemSky

💼 Contract: Permanent
📍 Home-based with travel
📅 Deadline 28 July

🔗 rsc.wd103.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/RoyalS...

Education Coordinator - Northern Ireland

Circa: Salary - Salary Plan, 39,500.00 GBP Annual We're seeking an enthusiastic Education Coordinator to help shape the future of chemistry education. With a focus on Northern Ireland, you'll lead reg...

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jul 14

🚨The @rsc.org are hiring🚨

Passionate about chemistry & education?

Join us as an Education Coordinator (NI/ROI focus) to lead local initiatives, support teachers & shape policy #ChemSky

💼 Contract: Permanent
📍 Home-based with travel
📅 Deadline 28 July

🔗 rsc.wd103.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/RoyalS...

Education Coordinator - Northern Ireland

Circa: Salary - Salary Plan, 39,500.00 GBP Annual We're seeking an enthusiastic Education Coordinator to help shape the future of chemistry education. With a focus on Northern Ireland, you'll lead reg...

rsc.wd103.myworkdayjobs.com

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jul 7

Calling all Chemists across the Commonwealth of Nations.

The 6th Commonwealth Chemistry Posters event will take place on 1-2 Oct '25 #6CCP

Engage with top chemists, expand your network & find potential collaborations #GlobalGoals #SDGs #ChemSky

Abstract & registration open soon
shorturl.at/VleFz

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6th Commonwealth Chemistry Posters
Building networks to address the goals
1-2 October 2025
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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jul 7

Calling all Chemists across the Commonwealth of Nations.

The 6th Commonwealth Chemistry Posters event will take place on 1-2 Oct '25 #6CCP

Engage with top chemists, expand your network & find potential collaborations #GlobalGoals #SDGs #ChemSky

Abstract & registration open soon
shorturl.at/VleFz

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 18

Compared to other developed nations, the UK is 3rd bottom for social mobility, & at its worst in over 50 years

Understanding why individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are underrepresented in the chemical sciences is more important than ever #ChemSky
www.chemistryworld.com/opinion/nurt...

Nurturing socioeconomic inclusion for a brighter tomorrow

Understanding why individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are underrepresented in the chemical sciences

www.chemistryworld.com

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 18

23% of first-generation students said they felt like impostors, compared to just 2% of non-first-generation students @drschniff.bsky.social

They were less likely to be invited to summer lab placements & less likely to report having family support #ChemSky

www.chemistryworld.com/news/first-g...

First-generation graduate chemists face challenges throughout their entire academic lifetime

Study highlights need for mentorship and more inclusive networks

www.chemistryworld.com

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 23

🚨PhD students & recent graduates 🚨

Passionate about science & policy? Spend 3 months at UK Parliament with the @rsc.org Westminster Fellowship at POST

💼 £8k bursary
📅 Apply by 13 July
🔗 post.parliament.uk/royal-societ...

#SciencePolicy #PhDLife #RSCFellowship #POSTUK #ChemSky

Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)

Applications are open for the 2025/2026 Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) POST Westminster Fellowship scheme. Open to RSC members who are undertaking or have recently finished their PhD studies. Apply ...

post.parliament.uk

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 23

🚨PhD students & recent graduates 🚨

Passionate about science & policy? Spend 3 months at UK Parliament with the @rsc.org Westminster Fellowship at POST

💼 £8k bursary
📅 Apply by 13 July
🔗 post.parliament.uk/royal-societ...

#SciencePolicy #PhDLife #RSCFellowship #POSTUK #ChemSky

Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)

Applications are open for the 2025/2026 Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) POST Westminster Fellowship scheme. Open to RSC members who are undertaking or have recently finished their PhD studies. Apply ...

post.parliament.uk

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 18

23% of first-generation students said they felt like impostors, compared to just 2% of non-first-generation students @drschniff.bsky.social

They were less likely to be invited to summer lab placements & less likely to report having family support #ChemSky

www.chemistryworld.com/news/first-g...

First-generation graduate chemists face challenges throughout their entire academic lifetime

Study highlights need for mentorship and more inclusive networks

www.chemistryworld.com

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 18

Compared to other developed nations, the UK is 3rd bottom for social mobility, & at its worst in over 50 years

Understanding why individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are underrepresented in the chemical sciences is more important than ever #ChemSky
www.chemistryworld.com/opinion/nurt...

Nurturing socioeconomic inclusion for a brighter tomorrow

Understanding why individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds are underrepresented in the chemical sciences

www.chemistryworld.com

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James McEnaney @jamesmcenaney.bsky.social · Jun 18

The Scottish Govt has released new guidance on behaviour in schools.

Teachers say they want funding and resources, not words.

www.heraldscotland.com/news/2524512...

ScotGov warned that words won't solve school behaviour crisis

The country's largest teaching union responded to the release of a new guidance document by demanding more investment in schools.

www.heraldscotland.com

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 17

Delayed train at Preston 🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 17

✨A brilliant (and busy!) #SocialMobilityDay2025 last Thursday 🎓🌍

Kicked off with a talk @manchester.ac.uk Chemistry Postgrad Symposium on our @rsc.org work in socioeconomic inclusion.

Then over to Broadening Horizons taster event before heading 🏠

#ShiftMindsets #SocialMobilityDay #ChemSky

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 11

🚀 Inspiring day at Education Academy Scotland STEM Leaders Showcase #ChemSky

Young people led the way with powerful talks & posters, supported by @rsc.org

From research & teamwork to confidence & critical thinking — the future of STEM is bright, inclusive & already making a difference 🌍✨

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Dr Stephen Hendry @drstephenhendry.bsky.social · Jun 6

This #VolunteersWeek, I am proud to support @childrensreporter.bsky.social

A vital system protecting vulnerable kids' rights in Scotland. Being a Panel Member & Chair is a huge responsibility & one of the most meaningful things I have done.

Your time could change a life 💙 lnkd.in/eyGnTUHb

Infographic with the quote "I make decisions to ensure children are loved, cared for and respected"

Infographic with the quote "I stand up for children & young people in my local community"

Infographic with the quote "I volunteer to help make Scotland the best place to grow up"

Infographic with the quote "I make sure Children and Young peoples voices are heard"

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Dr Jo Science @drjoscience.bsky.social · Jun 3

Feeling emotional🥹
I've taught my last lesson with a school I've been working with for the past 5 years - teaching #PrimaryScience in year 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6
I've seen the children go from tiny tots to big school leavers and their curiosity and scientific investigation develop 😍

a close up of a hamster with tears in its eyes and a bow on its head

Alt: a close up of a hamster with tears in its eyes and a bow on its head

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The Loop @theloopuk.bsky.social · Nov 21

Two of the UK's biggest clubs start the 1st UK Home Office-licensed onsite harm reduction drug testing service | Drumsheds in London and The Warehouse Project in Manchester start regular year-round onsite testing for safety | Delivered by The Loop | BBC News
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Drumsheds and Warehouse Project bring in drug testing

The venues, in Manchester and London, invite charity The Loop to test drugs behind the scenes.

www.bbc.co.uk

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The Loop @theloopuk.bsky.social · May 30

📣♾📣
2 deaths last weekend in London were from pills confirmed as #nitazenes & similar to pills tested by The Loop.
They looked like oxys BUT it is not known what they were bought as.
Take care whatever pills you take.
Carry #naloxone, check in on friends & test if you can.

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Dr James Shea @englishspecial.bsky.social · May 28

TikTokTipsters profiteering on the high stakes gambling nature of GCSE exams is where we are now in 2025.
Read my comments in The Observer.

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Zack Labe @zacklabe.com · May 21

This animation shows how temperatures have changed over the last 100 years for each February-April period. On each map, red shading indicates warmer than average conditions, and blue shading shows the opposite. Note the trend.

Data from NOAAGlobalTemp v6.0.0 (www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/lan...).

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James McEnaney @jamesmcenaney.bsky.social · May 1

New for @heraldscotland.bsky.social

The Scottish Govt spends £130m a year on 'anti-poverty' funding for schools. It's supposed to close the attainment gap. It hasn't.

So maybe it's time to try just giving the money to people living in poverty?

www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2513...

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