British Science Association

Announcing our British Science Festival 2026 Section Presidents

The British Science Association has announced the Scientific Section Presidents for the 2026 British Science Festival, which takes place from 16-20 September in Southampton, hosted by the University of Southampton. Read more
From laboratory to legislation: Why AI equity is a safety requirement

As the APPG on Diversity & Inclusion in STEM begins a new project on AI and equity, this guest blog by chartered biomedical scientist and STEM policy orchestrator Bamidele Farinre explores the impact of women and ethnic minorities being excluded from the development of AI. Read more
Reflecting on the British Science Association’s work for Mental Health Awareness Week

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2026, we’re reflecting on the British Science Association’s programmes and projects and their impact on mental health. This year’s Awareness Week theme, ‘Action’, prompts us to consider how we’ve explored mental health and improved wellbeing in our communities through science. Read more
Celebrating former British Science Association President Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday

Britain and the world’s best loved naturalist, former British Science Association President and Honorary Fellow, Sir David Attenborough, marks his 100th birthday on Friday 8 May 2026. Read more

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Announcing our British Science Festival 2026 Section Presidents

The British Science Association has announced the Scientific Section Presidents for the 2026 British Science Festival, which takes place from 16-20 September in Southampton, hosted by the University of Southampton. Read more
Celebrating former British Science Association President Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday

Britain and the world’s best loved naturalist, former British Science Association President and Honorary Fellow, Sir David Attenborough, marks his 100th birthday on Friday 8 May 2026. Read more
Announcing our British Science Festival 2026 Award Lecturers

The British Science Association has announced the British Science Festival 2026 Award Lecturers: seven innovative early-career researchers committed to sharing their work with non-specialist audiences. Read more
Countdown is on to British Science Festival in Southampton

Europe’s longest-running science festival is coming to Southampton (16-20 September 2026), with a whole host of free events, exhibitions, performances and installations for the public to enjoy. This year's British Science Festival is hosted by the University of Southampton and run by the British Science Association. Read more