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We had a brilliant time at Science and the Parliament, organised by the @rsc.org, last week in Edinburgh!

It was a valuable opportunity to meet with our RSB members, network, and present awards to students for their top SQA biology exam results.

Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/science-and-...
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November 25, 2025 at 11:52 AM
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Are you ready to help us decide the winners of our BioCraft competition?

Participants have created a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials.

Please take a couple of minutes to cast your vote via our survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraf...

#ArtCompetition #PublicVote
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November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Are you thinking about applying for the HE Bioscience Teacher of the Year award but need advice? Join our webinar which aims to help applicants understand the award process.

📆 Tues 9 Dec, 11:00-12:30

Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
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November 24, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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Are you looking for a training course that will cover lab #HealthAndSafety management & risk assessment essentials, focusing particularly on the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (#COSHH) Regulations? Then look no further!

📆 9 Feb 2026, 9:30-17:00, online

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November 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, Dr David Lawson talks about his role as a senior lecturer inc his research into the interactions between flowering plants and their pollinators, particularly bumblebees 🐝.

Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QMQ...

Supported by BBSRC
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November 20, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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Don't miss next week's exclusive event for RSB members exploring the evolution of influenza and COVID: viruses, variants, and vaccines with Professor Derek Smith!

📆 Monday 24 November, 12:30 to 13:30, online

Book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

#pathogens #viruses
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November 19, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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Are you looking for a training course that explores the fundamental principles of ethics and medical ethics, and most specifically research ethics? Then look no further!

📆 23 Feb, 9:30-13:00, online

Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

#ResearchEthics #Training
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November 18, 2025 at 8:58 AM
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Calling all AMRSB & early-career MRSB members!

Did you know that you can apply for a #TravelGrant of up to £1,000 to support future travel in connection with biological study, teaching or research?

📆 Applications close 23 Jan

Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/travel-grant...

#EarlyCareerResearchers
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November 17, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Did you know we offer tailored subject-specific CPD for teachers, from training on how to deliver GCSE required practicals, to applying maths in biology lessons?

To find out more please email [email protected] with an overview of your training needs.

#TeacherCPD #STEMEducation #BiosciencesForAll
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November 17, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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Learn new practical skills and elevate your techniques with our lab-based courses!

Join us for Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York on 22 January 2026 (discount available for attending both).

Find out more and book your place: www.rsb.org.uk/events.html?...
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November 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Ever wondered what it's like to be a meerkat keeper?

In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, we have Chelsea Reid-Johnson from @londonzoo.bsky.social.

Watch the full video to learn about her work as an engagement lead keeper on small mammals (inc meerkats): www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aip...
November 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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We're pleased to be supporting landmark National Emergency Briefing on the climate and nature
crisis on Nov 27.

Is your MP attending? This is the official-style briefing our leaders need to hear.

Enter your postcode to find out: www.nebriefing.org

#climate #nature
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I’ve just announced I’ll be leading a National Emergency Briefing on 27 November . At a time when climate is in free fall on the political agenda , it’s vital our leaders realise what is at stake if we do not accelerate a just , green transition for all .

@nebriefing.bsky.social 🇬🇧
November 13, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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We're thrilled to announce that the first of our new biology books 'Your Expert Guide: The Human Body for Young Scientists' is now available to buy!

Buy your copy today: geni.us/ExpertGuideB...

#Biology #STEM #KS2 #STEMResources

@hachettechildrens.bsky.social
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November 13, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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There's less than 2 weeks to submit your STEM for BRITAIN poster competition entry!

Early career researcher finalists will have the opportunity to present their research in the UK Parliament.

📆 Applications close Mon 24 Nov

Find out more: stemforbritain.org.uk

#SciComm #ECR
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November 12, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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Booking is now open for the 2026 QP Symposium, Hosted by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society,
Royal Society of Biology and Royal Society of Chemistry

Tuesday 12 May 2026, 9am - 5pm
Leonardo Royal London St Paul's, London

Book your place: https://ow.ly/Gm0850XkPEM
Joint Professional Bodies QP Symposium 2026 Leadership and Innovation Tuesday 12 May 2026 | 9am - 5pm Leonardo Royal London St Paul's, London Royal Pharmaceutical Society Royal Society of Chemistry Royal Society of Biology
November 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Working in plant health and want showcase your achievements? Then why not apply for our new Plant Health Professional Development Award!

Visit the award webpage to find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health...

#PlantHealth
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November 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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There's only two days left to take part in our #BioCraft Competition!

Combine art and science by creating a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled or other materials!

Have a look at previous winners for some inspiration 👇

Closing date Weds 12 Nov

Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com...
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November 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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RSB members! Don't miss our December member-exclusive webinar 'Photosynthesis in action: sparing & sharing land use for renewable energy' with Professor Elinor Thompson FRSB & Martyn Rush.

📆 Weds 17 Dec, 15:00-16:00, online

Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

#LandUse #RenewableEnergy
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November 7, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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In the latest issue of the Journal of Biological Education, Dr Edith Dempster’s Editorial reflects on the implications for biology as a discipline when students are introduced to the subject without countering anthropocentric ideas.

www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Anthropocentrism in biology teaching and learning
Published in Journal of Biological Education (Vol. 59, No. 5, 2025)
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November 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Next in our A-Z of the Biosciences video series we have @adamhartscience.bsky.social. Learn about his work as a flying ant researcher & what a typical day looks like.

Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zoio...

#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll

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November 6, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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RSB’s full response to the curriculum and assessment review report and government response today.
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Building better biology curricula for all: RSB’s response to the Curriculum and Assessment Review in England
The RSB is pleased to see many of the policy positions we have put forward underpinning the recommendations by the Curriculum and Assessment Review panel and being adopted by the Government.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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There's still time to book on to our introductory AI and Machine Learning course in December - perfect if you wish to explore the opportunities that they offer!

📆 Friday 5 December, 9:00-17:00, online

Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

#AI #MachineLearning #Training
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November 5, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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⌛Only three weeks to go before round 2 of BES Fellow applications closes!

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British Ecological Society call for BES Fellow applications, recognising outstanding contributions. Deadline: 11 November.
October 21, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Did you know that we have a Teaching Policy Network (TPN)?

The TPN is a platform for educators to contribute to education policy, inform key discussions, and shape standards across the education sector.

Find out more, including how to join: www.rsb.org.uk/tpn

#EducationPolicy #BiosciencesForAll
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November 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Engineering UK's Big Bang Competition is open for entries! Got a STEM project you’ve been working on? Get feedback from real scientists and engineers when you enter the #BigBangCompetition: bit.ly/4n8TRQm

#STEM
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November 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM