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Find out all the latest news about our activities, campaigns and programmes:

Countdown to British Science Week

Countdown to British Science Week

British Science Week is coming up on 10-19 March 2023. To help support your plans for the Week, we have published free activity packs for use in education and community group settings. Read more

Published: 17th January, 2023

Updated: 18th January, 2023

Author: Orna Herr

Lack of connection between creative and STEM subjects is problematic, according to young people

Lack of connection between creative and STEM subjects is problematic, according to young people

The British Science Association have published the latest Future Forum report titled ‘Creativity in STEM: young people's views on using collective collaboration to build a better future’. Read more

Published: 30th December, 2022

Author: Anissa Alifandi

Celebrating our impact in 2021/22

Celebrating our impact in 2021/22

In our latest Impact Report, we reflect on the steps we took in 2021/22 towards achieving our vision of a future where science is more relevant, representative, and connected to society. Read more

Published: 15th December, 2022

Updated: 16th December, 2022

Author: Lisa Gilbert

Honorary Fellows 2022 announced

Honorary Fellows 2022 announced

The British Science Association have revealed their Honorary Fellows for 2022. This year, we recognise people who have made outstanding contributions three themes: collaboration, energy and the environment. Read more

Published: 1st December, 2022

Updated: 6th December, 2022

Author: Anissa Alifandi

University of Exeter to host British Science Festival 2023

University of Exeter to host British Science Festival 2023

The British Science Festival will be hosted by the University of Exeter between 7–10 September 2023, with events, installations and exhibitions across the campus and city centre. The University of Exeter will showcase pioneering climate science research. Read more

Published: 28th November, 2022

Author: Anissa Alifandi

Our 2022/23 cohort of Community Leaders announced

Our 2022/23 cohort of Community Leaders announced

Each champions of their communities and their communities’ needs, meet the 12 individuals selected to participate in the British Science Association’s (BSA) Community Leader Programme. Read more

Published: 19th October, 2022

Updated: 14th November, 2022

Author: Liliana Shymanska

For Thought 2022 - Collaboration in an uncertain world

For Thought 2022 - Collaboration in an uncertain world

For Thought will take place in London in December 2022. This thought leadership event, by the British Science Association, invites senior leaders from business, science, policy and civil society to discuss tackling the biggest challenges facing the UK. Read more

Published: 4th October, 2022

Updated: 28th November, 2022

Author: Anissa Alifandi

British Science Association partnering with DeepMind to support young people through CREST Awards

British Science Association partnering with DeepMind to support young people through CREST Awards

British Science Association are partnering with DeepMind, a leading artificial intelligence company/research lab, to increase AI literacy in young people via CREST Awards. Read more

Published: 26th September, 2022

Updated: 26th January, 2023

Author: Violet Yang

Remembering former Chief Executive, Peter Briggs

Remembering former Chief Executive, Peter Briggs

The staff of the British Science Association (BSA) pay tribute to former colleague and Chief Executive (1990-2002) Peter Briggs OBE. Read more

Published: 20th September, 2022

Updated: 2nd November, 2022

Author: Anissa Alifandi

British Science Association pays respect to Her Majesty the Queen

British Science Association pays respect to Her Majesty the Queen

It is with great sadness that the Trustees and staff of the British Science Association heard the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday 8 September 2022. Read more

Published: 8th September, 2022

Updated: 2nd November, 2022

Author: Louise Ogden

The British Science Festival 2022 programme just got better

The British Science Festival 2022 programme just got better

Discover your inner space explorer, or reveal secrets hidden in your bones with these brand new events added to the British Science Festival 2022 programme from our Principal Partner, the University of Leicester. Read more

Published: 9th August, 2022

Updated: 22nd September, 2022

Author: Liliana Shymanska

Diversity and inclusion key to UK becoming science superpower

Diversity and inclusion key to UK becoming science superpower

William Hague and the Lords Science and Technology Committee recently weighed in on the science strategy and how the UK’s next Prime Minister should tackle it. The BSA believe focussing on diversity and inclusion are integral to these plans. Read more

Published: 4th August, 2022

Updated: 2nd November, 2022

Author: Anissa Alifandi

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  • New trustees appointed to British Science Association Council

    New trustees appointed to British Science Association Council

    The British Science Association welcomes three new Trustees to its Council in February 2023.

  • Education Manager

    Education Manager

    We're hiring an Education Manager to join our team, overseeing grant schemes, continue to grow our Underrepresented Audiences teacher network and more.

  • Head of Operations

    Head of Operations

    We're looking for a part-time Head of Operations to join our team with responsibilities supporting our Council, finance & IT, risk management and office administration.

  • Showcase report: Community engagement programmes

    Showcase report: Community engagement programmes

    On 14 June 2021, the British Science Association released a showcase report offering a closer look at our community engagement programmes and what we have learned from them so far.

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  • Current vacancies at the BSA

    Current vacancies at the BSA

    Find out about the current opportunities to work at the British Science Association.

  • CREST Awards

    CREST Awards

  • British Science Festival

    British Science Festival

    Europe’s longest standing science festival, the British Science Festival featuring over 100 events, installations, performances and workshops exploring topics across the scientific spectrum.

  • British Science Week

    British Science Week

    British Science Week is an annual celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths.

  • Volunteer with us

    Volunteer with us

    We offer a range of volunteer roles, and you don’t have to be a scientist to volunteer with us.

  • Latest news & blogs

    Latest news & blogs

  • Our partners

    Our partners

    The British Science Association is funded by a mix of grants, sponsorship and donations. Here you can find our list of current and recent partners.

  • Core Support

  • Media Fellows

    Media Fellows

    Helping bridge the communication gap between journalists and scientists.

  • Regional volunteering

    Regional volunteering

    There are volunteering opportunities across the UK

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