Our blog covers a wide range of topics in science and how it is communicated. We are interested in many different aspects of science policy, education, public engagement, funding and how science fits in our culture and society.
Nanomaterials are essential for nanodevices, unbelievably small devices with the potential to transform ICT, healthcare, security, and energy usage. Alan Barker spoke to Dr Jessica Boland to find out why they are a potential game changer. Read more
Our brilliant work experience student, Maryum Ahmed, shares her top events to see at the upcoming British Science Festival and gives you great reasons why you should be paying it a visit this year. Read more
Less than 1% of our deep ocean has been explored. But, just as we’re discovering one of the planet’s richest and most pristine ecosystems, we’re already wreaking havoc, with much bigger changes on the horizon. Alan Barker speaks to Diva Amon. Read more
Dr Mohammed Jawad wants to change the way we think about war and its effects on public health. Alan Barker spoke to him ahead of his upcoming Award Lecture at the British Science Festival. Read more
After the Second World War, science fiction and horror films began to portray ‘evil children’ – something never seen before in film or fiction. Why did this happen? Alan Barker speaks to Dr Laura Tisdall to find out. Read more
We're delighted to announce our latest cohort of Community Leaders. Find out about them here. Read more
We're proud to announce this year's British Science Festival Community Grants awardees! Read more
We’ve identified five actions and top tips the science engagement community can commit to doing to diverse practitioners, organisations, and organisers even when they aren’t directly involved in our work. Read more
Having run five trial AccessLab workshops in Devon and Cornwall we reflect on the format, and share some of the successes of the scheme. Read more
For Volunteers' Week 2019 we reflect on and celebrate the work of our tireless volunteers. We also fill you in on the big changes that are ahead and share some useful resources to support groups going forwards. Read on to find out more... Read more
Air pollution is one of the world's biggest killers, but why? And what can be done about it. Journalist Tim Smedley has all the answers in his latest book, Clearing the Air. Read more
How do you reach seldom-engaged communities? Find out how thanks to the amazing community leaders dotted around the UK, working tirelessly to bring STEM to their local areas Read more