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

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....

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 Supported by BBSRC

RSB’s full response to the curriculum and assessment review report and government response today. @rsb.org.uk www.rsb.org.uk/rsb-responds...

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

⌛Only three weeks to go before round 2 of BES Fellow applications closes! 🧪🌍

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

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

Are you an RSB member who would like to join a magazine editorial board? Well now's your chance - we have vacancies on The Biologist Editorial Board! Find out more and apply today: my.rsb.org.uk/services.php... #TheBiologist

Are you looking for a research ethics course? Our next online course will explore the fundamental principles of research ethics, drawing upon relevant examples and providing practical guidance. 📆 Mon 23 Feb, 9:30-13:00, online Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

As part of #BlackHistoryMonth 2025, the RSB’s Jade Hall spoke to author of The Shuri Effect, Lauryn Mwale, about writing her book, and the inspiring Black role models she found during her research. Read the full article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/biologist-fe... #BiosciencesForAll #TheBiologist

Next in our A-Z of the Biosciences video series we have Shannon Quinn from @londonzoo.bsky.social. Learn about her work as an armadillo keeper and what advice she has for future biologists. Watch the full video and explore the A-Z series supported by BBSRC: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtCYP0qWTX8

Calling all RSB members! Don't miss our exclusive webinar 'The evolution of influenza and COVID: viruses, variants, and vaccines' in November with Professor Derek Smith. 📆 Monday 24 November, 12:30-13:30, online Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

We’re celebrating a milestone – over 100 people are on the Plant Health Professionals Register! To everyone who has registered – thank you! If you’re interested in joining, find out more: new.rsb.org.uk/reg.html?reg... #PlantHealth

Have you taken part in our BioCraft Competition yet? The competition encourages participants to combine art & science by creating a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials. Closing date: 12 Nov 2025 Open to anyone UK & worldwide Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com...

A pleasure to join the @rsb.org.uk Biology Week!🌿 We presented the IPSN work in resource creation, research & collaboration, heard inspiring talks from St Andrews BG & @thebotanics.bsky.social, and joined a garden tour Great chance to strengthen connections and spark new collaborations!🤝

Our #BiologyWeek STEM webinar featuring immunology, biotechnology & deep-sea exploration is now available on YouTube! If you missed it last week, do have a watch - it's ideal for anyone aged 11-19, teachers, & after school STEM clubs! Watch the webinar: youtu.be/rGH0AWBabLk #STEM

We're pleased to be supporting this event so please get involved by using the postcode checker to find out if your MP is attending or not: www.nebriefing.org

Next in our A-Z of the Biosciences video series is Juan Manuel Obando. Learn about his research on epiphytes, how he works to conserve them in Colombia, what a typical day looks like, and what advice he has for future biologists. Watch the full video: youtu.be/un21ueqg7tI #BiosciencesForAll

We’re taking a look back on Biology Week - our best one to date! Thank you to everyone who took part and got involved! From member-exclusive events to awards ceremonies and a trip to Edinburgh, read through the highlights: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week... #BiologyWeek #BiosciencesForAll

We have partnered with Hachette UK to offer a member-exclusive children's book giveaway! Don't miss the chance to win a copy of 'Your Expert Guide: The Human Body for Young Scientists' - perfect for curious kids. 📆 Closes Wed 12 Nov (T&Cs apply). Enter today: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBgiveaway

To what extent have bioscience curricula in the UK been ‘decolonised’? As part of #BlackHistoryMonth, The Biologist spoke to several leaders of work in this field to understand if ideas about decolonising have changed. Read the article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/biologist-fe... #BiosciencesForAll

In the latest in The Biologist's 'My Lab Unlocked', we meet Dr Joe Moughan, PhD, FRSB of the RICA Seed Center, a hands-on centre of excellence that provides B2B services to help Rwandan seed companies. Read the article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/meet-our-mem... #BiosciencesForAll

Well done to everyone who took part in the #BiologyWeek Spelling Bee! 288 schools took part in the event, organised by Jon Hale and supported by RSB grant funding, with over 24,000 confirmed participants! The highest score in the finals was an astonishing 54 correctly spelled words in two minutes!

6/7 winners have been decided in the @rsb.org.uk Biology Week Spelling Bee 2025. Four year groups went to tiebreaks! The highest score was 54 in two minutes, phenomenal! #Biolobee @chatbiology.bsky.social

We're running #IAmABiologist this #BiologyWeek to inspire future biologists. Our last video is from our CEO @dougbrown1.bsky.social! Find out what he gets up to day to day & how he helps deliver our vision of a world that values biology’s contribution to understanding and improving life for all.

We're pleased to announce that our 2026 travel grants are now open! AMRSB and early-career MRSB members can apply for a travel grant of up to £1,000 to support future travel for biological study, teaching, or research. 📆 Applications close 23 Jan 2026 Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/travel-grant...

Thank you to everyone who attended our #BiologyWeek Networking and Awards Ceremony last night! Congrats to all the awardees for their achievements, including those who entered our creative & careers awards, & the winners of the President’s Medal. Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week...

We're running our #IAmABiologist campaign throughout #BiologyWeek to inspire future biologists by highlighting the diverse roles available in the biosciences. Today’s video is from Dr James Fortune, an agronomist specialising in disease management. He's also a member of @aabiologists.bsky.social.

We're thrilled to be kicking off our latest season of our A-Z of the Biosciences with @profjerryp.bsky.social! Learn about his work looking into how plants respond to climate change (specifically xylem) and more. Watch the full video: youtu.be/xGYbJCvBm8I #BiologyWeek #BiosciencesForAll

We're excited to be at the House of Commons for our #BiologyWeek Networking and Awards Ceremony. Congratulations to all of our winners - we hope you have a great evening! #BiosciencesForAll

Are you a laboratory team leader who wants to improve the way you manage your team? Or a postdoctoral researcher who aspires to become a team leader? Then join us for our November 'Leadership in a Laboratory Environment' course! 📆 6-7 November, online Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

We're running our #IAmABiologist campaign throughout #BiologyWeek to inspire future biologists by highlighting the diverse roles available in the biosciences. Today’s video is from Brittany, an animal pathology scientist at the Animal and Plant Health Agency, who works to protect animal health.

Have you had tried our latest Memory Game? This is the perfect fun activity to warm up kids' brains and test their short term recall - can they remember 18 everyday objects relating to different biology careers? Explore the game: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week... #BiologyWeek #STEMResources

We're running our #IAmABiologist campaign throughout #BiologyWeek to inspire future biologists by highlighting the diverse roles available in the biosciences - will you take part? Find out from our Communications Intern Romany Armstrong what she does in her day to day role 👇 #BiosciencesForAll

This week we have the tiebreakers for the Biology Week Spelling Bee sponsored by @rsb.org.uk There have been loads of phenomenal scores from across the UK! It’s definitely the high mean score since the competition started! #Biolobee @chatbiology.bsky.social

If you're looking for #BiologyWeek activities to do this week, why not take part in our BioCraft Competition & create a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials? Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com... #BioCraft #BioCraftComp #ArtCompetition

It's the start of #BiologyWeek 2025! Join us for a week full of exciting events, activities, and competitions. Find out what’s going on and join us in celebrating all things biosciences: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week... #BiosciencesForAll #LifeSciences #Biosciences #STEMEducation

There's still time to sign up for our member-exclusive #BiologyWeek webinar next week. Professor Lady Sue Black Hon FRSB will be exploring forensic anthropological research and its impact! 📆 Fri 17 Oct, 15:00-16:00, online Book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be an intern at RSB? Our most recent Policy Intern, Diana Senovilla Herrero, discusses why she applied and what her role involved. Watch the video 👇 Find out more about RSB policy internships: www.rsb.org.uk/ukri-interns... #EducationPolicy #UKRI

Congratulations to our Apprentices of the Year 2025! This award showcases the value of this career path and celebrates the hard work and dedication of apprentices. Read the full story to find out more about our winners: www.rsb.org.uk/apprentice-o... #ApprenticeOfTheYear #Apprenticeships

Join us this December for the UK Biobank Scientific Conference 2025 - available both in-person in London and online! Discover the latest research breakthroughs, innovative developments and take the opportunity to network with researchers, industry experts, and the UK Biobank team.

@departmentforedu.bsky.social has announced cuts to biology teacher training bursaries – from £26,000 to £5,000. The RSB warns this could reverse recruitment gains, threaten diversity and quality, and risk future shortages. Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-teac... #EducationPolicy

Learn new practical skills and elevate your techniques with the Royal Society of Biology’s laboratory-based courses - including Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics! 📆 22 January 2026, University of York (bundle offer available) Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/events.html?... #Training

Calling all early career researchers! Are you able to create a compelling poster that will communicate your research to a non-specialist audience? Then why not enter the STEM for BRITAIN poster competition? 📆 Applications close Mon 24 Nov Find out more: stemforbritain.org.uk #scicomm

Have you ever wanted to join a magazine editorial board? Well now's your chance! We're looking for RSB members who would like to join The Biologist Editorial Board and help shape the content and direction of the RSB’s much-loved membership magazine. Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/services.php...

Are you looking for a course that will help you to explore the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence (#AI) & machine learning for solving biomedical problems? Then our introductory #training course is for you! 📆 Fri 5 Dec, 9:00-17:00, online Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

#BiologyWeek starts this Saturday 11 October - are you planning on getting involved? From joining an event to using our resources, there are many ways that you can take part! Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week... #BiosciencesForAll

Congratulations to those who have been newly elected onto our professional registers! Joining a professional register helps demonstrate to employers, your peers, and the general public that you are an expert in your field working to the highest standards! Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/registers

We’re delighted to announce the winners of this year’s #BioArtAttack 2D competition! The award – for 7-18 year olds – celebrates the combination of science and art in a 2D format to showcase the wonders of biology. Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/bioartattack... #DrawingCompetition