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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 5h

#MediaFellows

🔬Etelka Chung has been placed with @iflscience.com supported by the @UniofHerts (Univ. Hertfordshire )

Etelka is a Research Fellow at the Wolfson Centre for Biodetection Instrumentation Research.

Learn more about this #ABSW programme 🔗 zurl.co/puZ71

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 2d

Whether you’re starting out or well-established—ABSW is for you.
Join now: www.absw.org.uk/pages/10-joi...

#ABSWmembers #benefits #membership #sciencejournalism #sciencewriting #networking #training

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 2d

What’s in it for science writers who join #ABSW?
✅ Get your stories promoted & published
✅ Access exclusive pitching sessions & resources
✅ Network with top science journalists
✅ Join our vibrant Discord community
✅ Build your portfolio with editorial support
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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 5d

🩻 Quick ABSW pulse: board service

We are running a short benchmark to understand the current status quo of board service among members. If you currently serve (or have recently served) on any board, could you reply with any info?

🔎 See what we are looking for 🔗 zurl.co/liu7Y

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 6d

#training #online #pitching

🗣️ “Do I have to write in English to be read globally?” If you’ve asked this, this panel is for you.

Pitching Across Borders on 23 Oct brings together editors & freelancers to help break into international publications.

🔗zurl.co/7dMuX

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 8d

#training

Thinking of #pitching your science story across country borders? 🌍
Join us on 23 Oct at Pitching Across Borders. Free (for ABSW / EFSJ members).

Hear from editors & writers like @emmastoye.bsky.social @tushna42 @jopdevrieze.bsky.social @mariabolevich89.bsky.social

zurl.co/osI7Q

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 8d

📢 Are you a student or early-career science writer?

Join ABSW to:
📚 Access events, training, mentoring & member-only resources
☕ Hang out in our Discord coffee shop & network
📣 Get your work promoted

Be part of the UK’s home for science journalism: zurl.co/11sff

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 12d

#abswmembers

Join members next Monday, 29 September, at 13:30 on ABSW Discord Coffee Shop, just for a small chat and a hot (or fresh) beverage.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

Don't forget to book it in your agenda: every last Monday of the month!

zurl.co/p5a7P

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John Whitfield @johnwhitfield.bsky.social · 20d

Find out how the @resprofnews.bsky.social opinion section magic happens.

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 20d

#training

📢Want to sharpen your #OpinionWriting skills?

Join us on 3 Oct 2025 in London for a one-day masterclass led by @ehsanmasood.bsky.social, Sara Abdulla & @johnwhitfield.bsky.social

Learn to pitch, write & get noticed
🎫ABSW members £50 / non-members £125
🔗zurl.co/VT7uN

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 14d

#training #OpinionWriting

📢LAST CALL!!
✍️ Join the ABSW Opinion Writing Masterclass, 3 Oct, 10:00-16:15, at The Dana Centre, London.
Essential craft, real feedback.
Registration closes at noon, Wed 24 September 🔗 zurl.co/6AwLf

Opinion Writing Masterclass

A one-day in-person masterclass

zurl.co

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 16d

#training #OpinionWriting

ABSW’s one-day workshop on 3 Oct, 10:00-16:15, with @johnwhitfield.bsky.social Comment Editor, Research Professional News.

Students should get in touch to discuss whether this course is suitable for their level of experience🔗zurl.co/SkMSj

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 16d

#training #OpinionWriting

Science writers, communicators & journalists: your chance to learn from commissioning editors!
📅 3 Oct
📍The Dana Centre, London
🔗zurl.co/LfX9b

@sarabdulla Formerly Senior Editor, The Washington Post and Chief Opinion Editor, Nature

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 16d

#training #OpinionWriting

Ever wondered what makes a strong opinion piece land with editors? 🤔

Find out at our one-day workshop led by @ehsanmasood.bsky.social, Editorials Editor and Bureau Chief for Africa and the Middle East at the science journal @springernature.com

🔗zurl.co/MjEkX

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 20d

#training

📢Want to sharpen your #OpinionWriting skills?

Join us on 3 Oct 2025 in London for a one-day masterclass led by @ehsanmasood.bsky.social, Sara Abdulla & @johnwhitfield.bsky.social

Learn to pitch, write & get noticed
🎫ABSW members £50 / non-members £125
🔗zurl.co/VT7uN

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 20d

✨Mike Kenward OBE (1945-2025)

#ABSW sends its most sincere condolences to Mike's family and friends. Mike was an ABSW Life member, honoured for his outstanding service to science writing and to the ABSW. He was an active participant in the community.
www.absw.org.uk/articles/mic...

Michael Kenward (1945-2025)

Michael Kenward was New Scientist’s longest-serving editor and an active ABSW member. The association celebrates his invaluable contributions.

www.absw.org.uk

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Helen Pearson @helenpearson.bsky.social · Aug 27

Very surprised and delighted to be one of 4 finalists for European Science Journalist of the Year Award 2025 - along with amazing reporters @mikepeeljourno.bsky.social, Jonas Reese & Christopher Weingart.

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · Aug 27

Congratulations to ABSW members @helenpearson.bsky.social and @mikepeeljourno.bsky.social who are finalists in the European Science Journalist of the Year Award 2025. Really well deserved. efsj.eu/2025/08/27/a...

Announcing the shortlist for the European Science Journalist of the Year Award 2025

The European Federation for Science Journalism reveals the 2025 shortlist for the European Science Journalist of the Year award. National science journalism associations put forward their candidates, ...

efsj.eu

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 20d

🤣🤣 Do you even recall what the discussion was about? 😁

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Eva Amsen @easternblot.bsky.social · 29d

If you're a science journalist hoping to write for international publications, join this @absw.bsky.social webinar on October 23rd! Two editors and two freelancers will share how to make local news relevant to international audiences. #scicomm #journalism www.absw.org.uk/events/pitch...

Pitching Across Borders

This online workshop is aimed at international science writers who are interested in writing for English-language publications.

www.absw.org.uk

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Kit Yates @kityates.bsky.social · 21d

Really Excited to be starting my @absw.bsky.social media Fellowship today at @LiveScience.com

Looking forwards to being able to share the latest science stories with you once I've got my feet under the table.

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 23d

🧪 Passionate about science writing?
📣 Want your work seen, supported, and celebrated?

Join #ABSW and you’ll find:
🧠 A network of peers
📚 Opportunities to grow
📰 Platforms to publish

Start your journey or take the next step: zurl.co/T6XrC

#Benefits

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · 28d

#abswss25

If you are an #ABSWmember or attended the ABSW Science & Technology Journalism Summer School 2025, you can watch the recordings of the sessions.
🎥 zurl.co/q2zcH

Read the articles ✏️ zurl.co/PmjUQ
Or check the photos 📷 zurl.co/SBxox

Thanks to our volunteers!
#diversityscholarship

Media coverage | Association of British Science Writers

Articles written by Diversity Scholarship grantees and other volunteers, published on the ABSW website or elsewhere.

zurl.co

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · Sep 8

#ABSW offers a supportive space to practice, publish, and connect with others in the field:
🗣️ Pitching Practice
🖋️ Portfolio Building
📚 Learn From the Best

💼 Build experience, confidence, and your science writing network: zurl.co/joNjV

#Benefits #Membership

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · Sep 3

#ABSWawards

The ABSW Awards Ceremony 2025 was held on Wednesday, 9 July 2025, at @rigb.org.
If you missed the event hosted by Dr Suze Kundu @funsizesuze.bsky.social, scicommer and journalist, check the pictures here! 🔗zurl.co/MzfxM
Cheer the winners! zurl.co/m636b

ABSW Awards Ceremony 2025: In Pictures | Association of British Science Writers

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ABSW @absw.bsky.social · Sep 1

🎓 Plus: access to bursaries and grants that support training, travel, or special reporting projects.
www.absw.org.uk/pages/10-joi...

#ABSWmembers #Benefits

ABSW @absw.bsky.social · Sep 1

🔒 Member-Only Perks – Get discounts on ABSW events, exclusive updates, and the ability to vote in elections or stand for the board.
www.absw.org.uk/pages/19-wel...

#ABSWmembers #benefits

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