If you're an RSB member, don't miss our exclusive #BiologyWeek event: Forensic anthropology - a lecture by Professor Lady Sue Black Hon FRSB, one of the world's most prominent forensic anthropologists. 📆 Friday 17 October, 15:00-16:00, online Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

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...

Last night we bid farewell to our outgoing Chief Executive Dr Mark Downs and gave a warm welcome to our new Chief Executive @dougbrown1.bsky.social. It was a great opportunity for familiar and new faces to come together to mark the occasion. Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/ceo-farewell...

Do you want to hear what experts do in the fascinating worlds of immunology, biotechnology, & deep sea exploration? Then join our #BiologyWeek event & put your questions to the panel - ideal for ages 11-19 but open to all. 📆 Tues 14 Oct, 15:30-16:30, Zoom Learn more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

Are you taking part in #BiologyWeek this Oct? It's a great way to celebrate the breadth and diversity of the biosciences! You could take part in a Biology Week activity, plan your own, or discover our free resources - find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week #BiosciencesForAll

Is it time to reboot biology degrees? Students need biology degrees that recognise the increasing influence of AI and data-led science, writes Matt Bawn in the latest issue of The Biologist. Read the article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/biologist-fe... #TheBiologist #DataLedScience

Is becoming a Chartered Biologist (CBiol) an ideal next step for your career? How do you apply? In our latest myLearning video, RSB register assessor Laurence Dawkins-Hall FRSB answers these questions and more. Free for RSB members: learn.rsb.org.uk/course.php?C... #CharteredBiologist

If you're a plant health professional, don't miss our #PlantHealth visit to the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RGBE) @thebotanics.bsky.social on Thurs 16 Oct! The event will feature expert speakers and offer guided tours of RBGE. Book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve... #BiologyWeek

Why is the pharmaceutical industry still hooked on horseshoe crab blood for drug testing when there are synthetic alternatives? In the latest issue of The Biologist, Rich Gorman, Jolie Crunelle, and Kristoffer Whitney explore this question. Read the article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/biologist-fe...

Due to the forthcoming retirement of our long-serving General Secretary, Betty Nixon, we are seeking to appoint an Executive Secretary: uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1...

Biology education worldwide at different levels involves learning to identify plants and animals in nature. But what is the best way to teach people? In the latest issue of JBE, Magne Husby et al set out to answer that question for bird ID skills. Read the article: doi.org/10.1080/0021...

Our Member Organisation @crick.ac.uk has two introductory RSB-approved, flow cytometry training events coming up in October, and is offering a 20% discount for RSB members! - An introduction to flow cytometry (6–7 October 2025) - A practical introduction to flow cytometry (8 October 2025) (1/2)

The Autumn issue of #TheBiologist is out now featuring articles on insect sentience, vitamin C and colds, and efforts to end pharmaceutical reliance on horseshoe crab blood. If you're a member, you should be receiving your copy soon! If not, find out how you can subscribe: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk

STEM for Britain applications are now open! STEM for BRITAIN is a poster competition for early career researchers across all of science, technology, engineering, and maths with the opportunity to present research at the Houses of Parliament. Find out more: stemforbritain.org.uk

Applications for our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Culture Grant close this Sunday 14 September! The grant aims to support the creation of a bioscience environment that attracts & benefits from the broadest possible range of experiences, skills & qualities. Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/edic-grant

Did you know that the Royal Society of Biology is a charity? Our vision is of a world that values biology’s contribution to understanding and improving life for all. Find out how to support us and our vision: www.rsb.org.uk/support-us #BiosciencesForAll #InternationalDayOfCharity

We're excited that two brand new biology books for curious kids are now available to pre-order! We have partnered with publisher Franklin, Watts, and Wayland to produce two 'Your Expert Guides', perfect for budding biologists aged 8-12 whether at home or in the classroom. (1/2)

Despite the heroic efforts of teachers across England, over 700,000 students are navigating some of their most critical years in education without access to specialist physics teaching. 🔗 Read our new report: iop.org/3RS #RetainRecruitRetrain (1/2)

We need your help! Our BioArtAttack 2D competition celebrates & highlights the benefits of combining art & science. Our panel of judges have shortlisted this year's entries but we need your help decide the winners of the 12–14 & 15–18 categories. Cast your vote: www.surveymonkey.com/r/T9BMKY3

Are you looking for a course that will give you an overview of the background and variety of disciplines that make up toxicology? Then join our two-day interactive training course in London on 26-27 November! Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve... #Toxicology

@dougbrown1.bsky.social has recorded his first video as our new CEO! Have a watch to find out what he's looking forward to most in his new role at the Royal Society of Biology, and his vision for RSB and the biosciences. #BiosciencesForAll

We're pleased to announce that we've been awarded a new grant by Defra, in partnership with Fera Science Ltd., to continue and expand our programme of plant health professional development initiatives over the next four years. Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/rsb-secures-...

📣 Calling all biologists! Each year during Biology Week in October, we aim to inspire future biologists by highlighting the diverse roles available in the biosciences through our #IAmABiologist campaign - but to do that, we need your help! (1/2)

Are you a UKRI-funded doctoral student seeking policy experience? There's only a week left to apply for our two 2026 #policy internship positions for current PhD students funded by AHRC, BBSRC, EPSRC, ESRC, MRC, & NERC. 📆 Applications close on 8 Sept Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/ukri-interns...

We’re delighted to welcome our new CEO @dougbrown1.bsky.social who takes up his post today! RSB President, Professor Sir Ian Boyd FRSB FRSE FRS, said: “We are very excited to welcome Doug to the RSB to help us meet the challenges of the future.” Read more: www.rsb.org.uk/rsb-welcomes...

There's just over two weeks to apply to be our Independent Audit Expert (IAE) who will sit, in a voluntary capacity, on our Finance, Audit, & Risk Committee & have responsibility for audit matters on the Committee. 📆 Applications close 15 Sept Find out more & apply: my.rsb.org.uk/services.php...

Are you looking for a Laboratory Health & Safety (& COSHH) course? Then look no further! Discover: - essentials of #Health&Safety management & risk assessment - #COSHH regulations - aspects of spills management - & more 📆 30 Oct, 9:30-17:00, online Book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

There's just over a week left to apply to be our Science Policy Assistant! Don't miss out on the chance to join our #SciencePolicy team and provide vital support for our work. Find out more & apply by 7 September: my.rsb.org.uk/services.php... #Vacancy #BioscienceCareers

"Why do biomedical students need to study plants?" In the latest issue of the Journal of Biological Education, Lara Grollo makes the case: from tackling AMR, to biofortified crops, to plant-based vaccines - plant science is medicine’s foundation. Read the article: doi.org/10.1080/0021...

Design a poster @asab.org infographic competition #AnimalBehaviour #ScienceIsEverywhere #BeCurious #BiologyWeek @royalsocbio.bsky.social www.asab.org/education-news

There's less than 3 weeks left to apply for an Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Culture Grant which aims to support the creation of a bioscience environment that attracts & benefits from the broadest possible range of experiences, skills & qualities! Apply by 14 Sept: www.rsb.org.uk/edic-grant

Calling all RSB members! Don't forget to sign up to our next member-only event with @katecoldwell.bsky.social & learn about the links between the gut microbiome, gut health, & liver diseases! 📆 Weds 17 September, 12:30-13:30, online Find out more & book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

Nature check-in complete! Over 1,900 sightings logged in this year’s #SignsOfSpring survey 🌱 Top spot? Snowdrops 🌼 with 462 sightings! Your data helps track how climate change affects our seasons. 📍 buff.ly/ZU2DlSh @rsb.org.uk

There's less than a month left to sign up to our 'Introduction to Programming for Biologists Using Python' course - perfect for anyone who wants to learn coding but isn't sure where to begin! 📆 19 September 2025, 9:00 - 17:00, online Book your place now: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

We need your help! This year, entrants to our photography competition were asked to explore the theme 'Restoring Biodiversity and Habitat'. A panel of judges has shortlisted the entries & now it's your turn to help decide the winners. Cast your vote via our survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/T23CPZC

Congratulations to all students receiving their #GCSEResults today! Remember, there are many paths into the life sciences, regardless of your grades. Find out how to get involved in the biosciences through competitions, citizen science, and more: www.rsb.org.uk/discover #BiosciencesForAll

In the latest in The Biologist's series 'My Lab Unlocked', we meet Professor Andy Hsu FRSB, CEO of the BrainCare360 Neurotechnology Lab. Find out about his work leading the development of AI-powered brain mapping and neuro-assessment tools:

The results are in! Nearly 2,000 sightings were logged in this year’s #SignsOfSpring survey carried out with @fieldstudiesc.bsky.social. Thank you to everyone who took part - your data helps track how climate change affects our seasons. Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/signs-of-spr...

We're hiring! We're looking for a Science Policy Assistant who will be responsible for supporting our #SciencePolicy Team including providing support for our member groups and committees. Find out more and apply by 7 September: my.rsb.org.uk/services.php... #BioscienceCareers

If you're an RSB member, don't miss out on our exciting exclusive event in #BiologyWeek: Forensic anthropology - a lecture by Professor Lady Sue Black Hon FRSB, Baroness Black of Strome, one of the world's most prominent forensic anthropologists. Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

Congratulations to all students receiving their #ALevel, #TLevel, #BTEC & vocational grades today! No matter your results, there’s a place for you in the life sciences. Explore our useful links for university, early careers & beyond: www.rsb.org.uk/students-ear... #ResultsDay #BiosciencesForAll

There's less than a week left to apply to be our new Careers Officer! We're looking for someone who can take responsibility for supporting the RSB's professional development programme through administration, evaluation, and development. Apply by 19 August: my.rsb.org.uk/services.php... #Vacancy

There's only a few places left on our Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning course in September! 📆 Tuesday 9 September, 9:00-17:00, online Don't miss out - find out more and book your place today! my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve... #AI #MachineLearning #Training

Don't forget to sign up to this year's #BiologyWeek #SpellingBee! The event, organised by Jon Hale & supported by RSB grant funding, is fully adaptable to support students & maximise uptake. 📆 Register by 16 Sept Find out more inc how to register: app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/dundee/bio...

Do you want to learn about the variety of disciplines that make up toxicology? Then join our in-person introductory course this November! 📆 26-27 November, 9:00-17:30, Impact Hub London Euston Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve... #Toxicology #Pharmaceuticals

Congratulations to all students receiving their SQA Results today! No matter your results, there’s a place for you in the life sciences. Discover our resources to help you through university, early careers, and beyond: www.rsb.org.uk/students-ear... #SQAResults #BiosciencesForAll

Do you want funding to provide specific support to underrepresented communities to work or study in the biosciences? Then apply for an Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Culture (EDIC) grant before 14 September 2025! Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/edic-grant.h... #EDI #BiosciencesForAll

In the latest issue of #TheBiologist, researcher @samwperrin.bsky.social explains how the race is on to collect and synthesise data on Norwegian Sea ecosystems before deep-sea mining begins. Read the article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/biologist-fe... #DeepSeaMining #OceanBiodiversity

The Natural Capital Initiative's latest webinar 'Halting biodiversity decline in agriculture', is now available on our YouTube channel! It explored how science can play a pivotal role in combatting #BiodiversityLoss in agriculture & shaping policy recommendations. www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1Fq...

We're hiring! We're looking for a Careers Officer who will be responsible for supporting the RSB's professional development programme through administration, evaluation, and development. Find out more and apply by 19 August: my.rsb.org.uk/services.php... #CareersOfficer #BioscienceCareers