Economics Section

President 2019: Professor Hélène Rey, London Business School
President 2018: Professor Barbara Petrongolo, Queen Mary University
President 2017: Professor Oriana Bandiera, London School of Economics
President 2016: Professor Christian Dustmann, University College London
President 2015: Professor David Miles, Imperial College London and Bank of England
President 2014: Professor John Van Reenan, London School of Economics

Recorder: Professor Siddhartha Bandyopadhyay, University of Birmingham
Past-Recorder: Professor David Dickinson, University of Birmingham
Treasurer: Donald Anderson, OBE

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Black History Month: Diversity in STEM with Gisela Abbam

As part of Black History Month, we’re highlighting some of the issues faced by underrepresented groups, and amplifying Black voices in STEM. Hear from our Chair, Gisela Abbam about the ongoing issue of the lack of diversity in STEM, what changes she would like to see, and ways the BSA can help to achieve this.
Request for proposals: Mapping and analysis of science engagement in the UK/England

The British Science Association (BSA) would like to create an index or set of indicators for science engagement and inequity across the UK (or England, depending on available data). We are looking for a freelance research consultant or small agency to create this index.
Black History Month: The invaluable role of Black educators

This Black History Month, it's important to remember that acknowledging and celebrating the contributions Black people make to society and education must be more than an annual event.
Silence Therapeutics

The British Science Association is proud to announce a new partnership with Silence Therapeutics, which has come on board as a supporter of the CREST Awards.