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.
We want to make sure that everyone can learn about, experience and influence science, regardless of their background. That’s why we’re partnering with the Social Mobility Foundation to take action.Read more
A couple of weeks ago we honoured 30 years of CREST Awards with the Great British Science Club. Speaking at a House of Lords event as part of the celebrations, Chief Scientific Adviser at BEIS had some wonderful words for us.Read more
Introducing the British Science Association's new branding!Read more
Following the EU referendum vote, we decided to conduct research into Brexit and people's attitudes towards science. Is there a link? Are "Leavers" and "Remainers" really that different? We have the results!Read more
To mark the end of Volunteers’ Week 2017, we are celebrating some of the exciting and innovative community engagement activity our volunteers are already working on within their local communities.Read more
Katherine Mathieson comments on the joint letter sent to Sir Jeremy Haywood, signed by the BSA, regarding the effect of prudah on scientists in the run up to the election.Read more
Bayer has opened a new, free science laboratory for UK schools as part of its commitment to inspiring the next generation.Read more
Visions of Numberland unlocks the world's greatest mathematical mysteries, with 60 patterns to colour in and 10 more that you can create from scratch. Here, author Alex Bellos delves into his new, unique book.Read more
Our Nottingham Branch celebrate the third anniversary of their SciBar on 26 April. Read about these great sci-comm events and what they have to offer, all from the horse's mouth!Read more
In the wake of the Brexit vote, there has been much talk about a white working class who have been left behind economically and culturally. Science, of course, is intimately intertwined with both. In this post, we ask what people working in science engagement can learn from the Brexit vote.Read more
Katherine Mathieson discusses the March for Science: Rallies and events in support of the scientific community that will be happening in hundreds of locations all over the world on 22 April.Read more
Student and wildlife film-maker, Olivia Frost, uncovers a hidden side of the beloved children's author, Beatrix Potter. She wants to bring this story to the world to inspire others to engage with nature and conservation, for many years to come.Read more