ABSW
@absw.bsky.social
Association of British Science Writers advocates and provides professional training, development and networking for journalists and writers covering STEM.
#ABSWawards
📓Opinion Piece/Editorial of the Year
For written work that expresses an opinion or aims to change opinion. This includes opinion columns, editorials and blogs.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/cgyKp
📓Opinion Piece/Editorial of the Year
For written work that expresses an opinion or aims to change opinion. This includes opinion columns, editorials and blogs.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/cgyKp
January 20, 2026 at 12:30 PM
#ABSWawards
📓Opinion Piece/Editorial of the Year
For written work that expresses an opinion or aims to change opinion. This includes opinion columns, editorials and blogs.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/cgyKp
📓Opinion Piece/Editorial of the Year
For written work that expresses an opinion or aims to change opinion. This includes opinion columns, editorials and blogs.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/cgyKp
#ABSWawards
💷Research Policy or Funding Story of the Year
For stories that tackle policy and funding agendas related to science and technology research.
Any format🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/00r1x
💷Research Policy or Funding Story of the Year
For stories that tackle policy and funding agendas related to science and technology research.
Any format🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/00r1x
January 19, 2026 at 3:30 PM
#ABSWawards
💷Research Policy or Funding Story of the Year
For stories that tackle policy and funding agendas related to science and technology research.
Any format🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/00r1x
💷Research Policy or Funding Story of the Year
For stories that tackle policy and funding agendas related to science and technology research.
Any format🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/00r1x
#ABSWmembers #CoffeeBreak #networking
🍵 Let's meet on Monday, 26 January 2026, at 13:30 (UK time) for the first ABSW Coffee Break of the year.
Looking forward to seeing you and learning about your upcoming projects.
Every last Monday of the month in Discord 👉 zurl.co/eLXOn
🍵 Let's meet on Monday, 26 January 2026, at 13:30 (UK time) for the first ABSW Coffee Break of the year.
Looking forward to seeing you and learning about your upcoming projects.
Every last Monday of the month in Discord 👉 zurl.co/eLXOn
January 19, 2026 at 11:30 AM
#ABSWmembers #CoffeeBreak #networking
🍵 Let's meet on Monday, 26 January 2026, at 13:30 (UK time) for the first ABSW Coffee Break of the year.
Looking forward to seeing you and learning about your upcoming projects.
Every last Monday of the month in Discord 👉 zurl.co/eLXOn
🍵 Let's meet on Monday, 26 January 2026, at 13:30 (UK time) for the first ABSW Coffee Break of the year.
Looking forward to seeing you and learning about your upcoming projects.
Every last Monday of the month in Discord 👉 zurl.co/eLXOn
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📣 Nominations are now open for the #HardingPrize for Trustworthy Communication! 🏆
We’re looking for clear, balanced evidence-based communications that help people make informed
decisions.
Submit your article, video, podcast or post by 15 Feb 2026!
t.co/8iec0BZDcE
We’re looking for clear, balanced evidence-based communications that help people make informed
decisions.
Submit your article, video, podcast or post by 15 Feb 2026!
t.co/8iec0BZDcE
https://wintoncentre.github.io/harding-prize/
t.co
January 16, 2026 at 1:04 PM
📣 Nominations are now open for the #HardingPrize for Trustworthy Communication! 🏆
We’re looking for clear, balanced evidence-based communications that help people make informed
decisions.
Submit your article, video, podcast or post by 15 Feb 2026!
t.co/8iec0BZDcE
We’re looking for clear, balanced evidence-based communications that help people make informed
decisions.
Submit your article, video, podcast or post by 15 Feb 2026!
t.co/8iec0BZDcE
#ABSWawards
Steve Connor Award for Investigative Journalism
For an in-depth investigation into a topic of scientific interest, leading to a conclusion. Submissions should detail any lengthy or complicated evidence gathering and any difficulties faced.
🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/eOdRd
Steve Connor Award for Investigative Journalism
For an in-depth investigation into a topic of scientific interest, leading to a conclusion. Submissions should detail any lengthy or complicated evidence gathering and any difficulties faced.
🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/eOdRd
January 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM
#ABSWawards
Steve Connor Award for Investigative Journalism
For an in-depth investigation into a topic of scientific interest, leading to a conclusion. Submissions should detail any lengthy or complicated evidence gathering and any difficulties faced.
🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/eOdRd
Steve Connor Award for Investigative Journalism
For an in-depth investigation into a topic of scientific interest, leading to a conclusion. Submissions should detail any lengthy or complicated evidence gathering and any difficulties faced.
🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/eOdRd
#ABSWawards
🔎News Analysis of the Year
For stories that provide an insightful explanation of the science behind the headlines and valuable new context and background to the news. Judges look for excellence and creativity in journalism.
Any format🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/DxpJs
🔎News Analysis of the Year
For stories that provide an insightful explanation of the science behind the headlines and valuable new context and background to the news. Judges look for excellence and creativity in journalism.
Any format🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/DxpJs
January 15, 2026 at 3:30 PM
#ABSWawards
🔎News Analysis of the Year
For stories that provide an insightful explanation of the science behind the headlines and valuable new context and background to the news. Judges look for excellence and creativity in journalism.
Any format🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/DxpJs
🔎News Analysis of the Year
For stories that provide an insightful explanation of the science behind the headlines and valuable new context and background to the news. Judges look for excellence and creativity in journalism.
Any format🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/DxpJs
#ABSWmembers #students
Are you a student science journalist seeking personalised #careeradvice from experienced professionals on your next career step?
Join the ABSW online session on Wed, 25 February, at 19:00.
Book now! zurl.co/GIDmu
#speeddating #networking
Are you a student science journalist seeking personalised #careeradvice from experienced professionals on your next career step?
Join the ABSW online session on Wed, 25 February, at 19:00.
Book now! zurl.co/GIDmu
#speeddating #networking
January 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#ABSWmembers #students
Are you a student science journalist seeking personalised #careeradvice from experienced professionals on your next career step?
Join the ABSW online session on Wed, 25 February, at 19:00.
Book now! zurl.co/GIDmu
#speeddating #networking
Are you a student science journalist seeking personalised #careeradvice from experienced professionals on your next career step?
Join the ABSW online session on Wed, 25 February, at 19:00.
Book now! zurl.co/GIDmu
#speeddating #networking
#ABSWawards
🎤New Item of the Year
For a single news item published or broadcast in any medium, including breaking news stories and first in-depth reports. The judges look for a story new to a relevant audience, well-written and original reporting.
🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/RLrlJ
🎤New Item of the Year
For a single news item published or broadcast in any medium, including breaking news stories and first in-depth reports. The judges look for a story new to a relevant audience, well-written and original reporting.
🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/RLrlJ
January 14, 2026 at 11:30 AM
#ABSWawards
🎤New Item of the Year
For a single news item published or broadcast in any medium, including breaking news stories and first in-depth reports. The judges look for a story new to a relevant audience, well-written and original reporting.
🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/RLrlJ
🎤New Item of the Year
For a single news item published or broadcast in any medium, including breaking news stories and first in-depth reports. The judges look for a story new to a relevant audience, well-written and original reporting.
🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/RLrlJ
#ABSWawards
✒️Feature of the Year: specialist audience
Published in print or online in any title that targets specific, specialist audiences such as scientists, health professionals, chemists or engineers.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/rMPmB
✒️Feature of the Year: specialist audience
Published in print or online in any title that targets specific, specialist audiences such as scientists, health professionals, chemists or engineers.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/rMPmB
January 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM
#ABSWawards
✒️Feature of the Year: specialist audience
Published in print or online in any title that targets specific, specialist audiences such as scientists, health professionals, chemists or engineers.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/rMPmB
✒️Feature of the Year: specialist audience
Published in print or online in any title that targets specific, specialist audiences such as scientists, health professionals, chemists or engineers.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/rMPmB
#ABSWawards
✏️Feature of the Year: general audience
For a feature published in print or online in any title that is primarily consumed by, and aimed at, a general, lay audience, whether broadsheet or tabloid in style.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/4JLqt
✏️Feature of the Year: general audience
For a feature published in print or online in any title that is primarily consumed by, and aimed at, a general, lay audience, whether broadsheet or tabloid in style.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/4JLqt
January 12, 2026 at 3:30 PM
#ABSWawards
✏️Feature of the Year: general audience
For a feature published in print or online in any title that is primarily consumed by, and aimed at, a general, lay audience, whether broadsheet or tabloid in style.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/4JLqt
✏️Feature of the Year: general audience
For a feature published in print or online in any title that is primarily consumed by, and aimed at, a general, lay audience, whether broadsheet or tabloid in style.
‼️Submit by PDF🔗 zurl.co/MMIli
Read 👀zurl.co/4JLqt
January 9, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Entries are now open for the Young Science Writer Award 2026. Deadline: 19 March, 23:59. Awards ceremony: 15 June at the Science Museum, London. £2,500 in cash prizes. Submit via the website: zurl.co/bDSy1
January 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Entries are now open for the Young Science Writer Award 2026. Deadline: 19 March, 23:59. Awards ceremony: 15 June at the Science Museum, London. £2,500 in cash prizes. Submit via the website: zurl.co/bDSy1
⚠️Survey reveals diversity gap in science journalism alongside widespread harassment
The survey was organised by the ABSW and @scicommsuwe.bsky.social to get a clearer picture of the experiences of science journalists whose work is predominantly published or broadcast in the UK.
The survey was organised by the ABSW and @scicommsuwe.bsky.social to get a clearer picture of the experiences of science journalists whose work is predominantly published or broadcast in the UK.
January 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM
⚠️Survey reveals diversity gap in science journalism alongside widespread harassment
The survey was organised by the ABSW and @scicommsuwe.bsky.social to get a clearer picture of the experiences of science journalists whose work is predominantly published or broadcast in the UK.
The survey was organised by the ABSW and @scicommsuwe.bsky.social to get a clearer picture of the experiences of science journalists whose work is predominantly published or broadcast in the UK.
#ABSWmembers #LateChristmasParty🎄
Let's bring some sparkle to January – it's the perfect opportunity to catch up with colleagues, both old and new, and make plans for the year ahead. All members are welcome.
📆 Wed, 28 January 2026
🎫Book your place for in-person or online party! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
Let's bring some sparkle to January – it's the perfect opportunity to catch up with colleagues, both old and new, and make plans for the year ahead. All members are welcome.
📆 Wed, 28 January 2026
🎫Book your place for in-person or online party! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
January 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
#ABSWmembers #LateChristmasParty🎄
Let's bring some sparkle to January – it's the perfect opportunity to catch up with colleagues, both old and new, and make plans for the year ahead. All members are welcome.
📆 Wed, 28 January 2026
🎫Book your place for in-person or online party! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
Let's bring some sparkle to January – it's the perfect opportunity to catch up with colleagues, both old and new, and make plans for the year ahead. All members are welcome.
📆 Wed, 28 January 2026
🎫Book your place for in-person or online party! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
#ABSWmembers
☕Pitching Session on Discord
Put it in your diary!! One week to go.
📆Tuesday, 13 January 2026
⌚ 13:30 to 14:30 (UK time)
📍ABSW Coffee Shop, Discord
🔗zurl.co/r1lMT
🤝@munkeatlooi.bsky.social
☕Pitching Session on Discord
Put it in your diary!! One week to go.
📆Tuesday, 13 January 2026
⌚ 13:30 to 14:30 (UK time)
📍ABSW Coffee Shop, Discord
🔗zurl.co/r1lMT
🤝@munkeatlooi.bsky.social
Pitching Session on Discord
Informal lunchtime chat with a senior editor — test your pitches, ask questions, and build confidence in your science writing ideas.
zurl.co
January 6, 2026 at 1:30 PM
#ABSWmembers
☕Pitching Session on Discord
Put it in your diary!! One week to go.
📆Tuesday, 13 January 2026
⌚ 13:30 to 14:30 (UK time)
📍ABSW Coffee Shop, Discord
🔗zurl.co/r1lMT
🤝@munkeatlooi.bsky.social
☕Pitching Session on Discord
Put it in your diary!! One week to go.
📆Tuesday, 13 January 2026
⌚ 13:30 to 14:30 (UK time)
📍ABSW Coffee Shop, Discord
🔗zurl.co/r1lMT
🤝@munkeatlooi.bsky.social
#ABSWawards
📢Entries now open!!!
11 categories available for self-entry 🔗 zurl.co/fsqnj
🎤 📰 💻 🎧 🎥
⚠️The Lifetime Achievement Award - our most prestigious award - is based on nominations from ABSW members 👉 zurl.co/tYMAW
📢Entries now open!!!
11 categories available for self-entry 🔗 zurl.co/fsqnj
🎤 📰 💻 🎧 🎥
⚠️The Lifetime Achievement Award - our most prestigious award - is based on nominations from ABSW members 👉 zurl.co/tYMAW
January 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#ABSWawards
📢Entries now open!!!
11 categories available for self-entry 🔗 zurl.co/fsqnj
🎤 📰 💻 🎧 🎥
⚠️The Lifetime Achievement Award - our most prestigious award - is based on nominations from ABSW members 👉 zurl.co/tYMAW
📢Entries now open!!!
11 categories available for self-entry 🔗 zurl.co/fsqnj
🎤 📰 💻 🎧 🎥
⚠️The Lifetime Achievement Award - our most prestigious award - is based on nominations from ABSW members 👉 zurl.co/tYMAW
#ABSWawards
Maybe you were not even planning to enter the ABSW Awards 2026, but why not give it a shot?!
There are 11 categories to choose from, and it can be written, audio, video or multimedia formats.
Entries open on 1 January and close on 31 January
zurl.co/NG0yU
Maybe you were not even planning to enter the ABSW Awards 2026, but why not give it a shot?!
There are 11 categories to choose from, and it can be written, audio, video or multimedia formats.
Entries open on 1 January and close on 31 January
zurl.co/NG0yU
December 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM
#ABSWawards
Maybe you were not even planning to enter the ABSW Awards 2026, but why not give it a shot?!
There are 11 categories to choose from, and it can be written, audio, video or multimedia formats.
Entries open on 1 January and close on 31 January
zurl.co/NG0yU
Maybe you were not even planning to enter the ABSW Awards 2026, but why not give it a shot?!
There are 11 categories to choose from, and it can be written, audio, video or multimedia formats.
Entries open on 1 January and close on 31 January
zurl.co/NG0yU
Published today by BBCScienceNews; the Young Science Writer Award 2025 winning essay. We received a record number of entries this year and the standard was incredible. Huge congratulations to our winner Hasset Kifle from St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy in Stoke-on-Trent.
December 28, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Published today by BBCScienceNews; the Young Science Writer Award 2025 winning essay. We received a record number of entries this year and the standard was incredible. Huge congratulations to our winner Hasset Kifle from St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy in Stoke-on-Trent.
#MonthlyShowcase
ABSW has an incredible, talented, diverse membership, and we want to show the best writing from our members.
zurl.co/tbmR7
These are our 2025 Monthly Showcase 👇
@sophieberdugo.bsky.social @pauladepoju.bsky.social @mwakley.bsky.social Yemisi Bokinni & Molly Campbell
ABSW has an incredible, talented, diverse membership, and we want to show the best writing from our members.
zurl.co/tbmR7
These are our 2025 Monthly Showcase 👇
@sophieberdugo.bsky.social @pauladepoju.bsky.social @mwakley.bsky.social Yemisi Bokinni & Molly Campbell
December 26, 2025 at 5:31 PM
#MonthlyShowcase
ABSW has an incredible, talented, diverse membership, and we want to show the best writing from our members.
zurl.co/tbmR7
These are our 2025 Monthly Showcase 👇
@sophieberdugo.bsky.social @pauladepoju.bsky.social @mwakley.bsky.social Yemisi Bokinni & Molly Campbell
ABSW has an incredible, talented, diverse membership, and we want to show the best writing from our members.
zurl.co/tbmR7
These are our 2025 Monthly Showcase 👇
@sophieberdugo.bsky.social @pauladepoju.bsky.social @mwakley.bsky.social Yemisi Bokinni & Molly Campbell
#ABSWawards
Entries open on 1 January 2026 at 9:00.
News, features, investigations, audio, video, opinion, newcomer and more — 11 categories to enter.
⏰Set a reminder now.
Enter any work published or broadcast on or between 1 January 2025 and 31 December 2025.
zurl.co/V9QzJ
Entries open on 1 January 2026 at 9:00.
News, features, investigations, audio, video, opinion, newcomer and more — 11 categories to enter.
⏰Set a reminder now.
Enter any work published or broadcast on or between 1 January 2025 and 31 December 2025.
zurl.co/V9QzJ
December 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
#ABSWawards
Entries open on 1 January 2026 at 9:00.
News, features, investigations, audio, video, opinion, newcomer and more — 11 categories to enter.
⏰Set a reminder now.
Enter any work published or broadcast on or between 1 January 2025 and 31 December 2025.
zurl.co/V9QzJ
Entries open on 1 January 2026 at 9:00.
News, features, investigations, audio, video, opinion, newcomer and more — 11 categories to enter.
⏰Set a reminder now.
Enter any work published or broadcast on or between 1 January 2025 and 31 December 2025.
zurl.co/V9QzJ
🎁It’s Christmas time – support a science writer!
Often, those who can least afford to pay are those who might benefit most from the networking and other benefits ABSW membership provides.
ABSW runs a hardship fund for members. Can you support one of our fellows?
Donate now! 🔗zurl.co/E165F
📷Giphy
Often, those who can least afford to pay are those who might benefit most from the networking and other benefits ABSW membership provides.
ABSW runs a hardship fund for members. Can you support one of our fellows?
Donate now! 🔗zurl.co/E165F
📷Giphy
December 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM
🎁It’s Christmas time – support a science writer!
Often, those who can least afford to pay are those who might benefit most from the networking and other benefits ABSW membership provides.
ABSW runs a hardship fund for members. Can you support one of our fellows?
Donate now! 🔗zurl.co/E165F
📷Giphy
Often, those who can least afford to pay are those who might benefit most from the networking and other benefits ABSW membership provides.
ABSW runs a hardship fund for members. Can you support one of our fellows?
Donate now! 🔗zurl.co/E165F
📷Giphy
#ABSWawards
With thanks to our partner @abpi.bsky.social which is proudly supporting the Newcomer of the Year Award, helping us champion emerging talent and new voices in science journalism.
Have you started publishing in the last 3 years? Don't feel shy! Enter the awards 🔗 zurl.co/ylGR6
With thanks to our partner @abpi.bsky.social which is proudly supporting the Newcomer of the Year Award, helping us champion emerging talent and new voices in science journalism.
Have you started publishing in the last 3 years? Don't feel shy! Enter the awards 🔗 zurl.co/ylGR6
December 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
#ABSWawards
With thanks to our partner @abpi.bsky.social which is proudly supporting the Newcomer of the Year Award, helping us champion emerging talent and new voices in science journalism.
Have you started publishing in the last 3 years? Don't feel shy! Enter the awards 🔗 zurl.co/ylGR6
With thanks to our partner @abpi.bsky.social which is proudly supporting the Newcomer of the Year Award, helping us champion emerging talent and new voices in science journalism.
Have you started publishing in the last 3 years? Don't feel shy! Enter the awards 🔗 zurl.co/ylGR6
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👉 𝟓𝟎% of science journalist said they have been a victim of workplace discrimination or harassment, according to the 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 run by Association of British Science Writers (@absw.bsky.social) and the Science Communication Unit, UWE Bristol (the UK COALESCE Hub, @scicommsuwe.bsky.social).
December 16, 2025 at 4:17 PM
👉 𝟓𝟎% of science journalist said they have been a victim of workplace discrimination or harassment, according to the 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 run by Association of British Science Writers (@absw.bsky.social) and the Science Communication Unit, UWE Bristol (the UK COALESCE Hub, @scicommsuwe.bsky.social).
#ABSWmembers #LateChristmasParty🎄
Yes, it's back – the ABSW 'Missed the Deadline' Christmas party!
⚠️If you can't make it to London, you can still join the party online! All members are welcome.
📆 Wednesday, 28 January 2026
🎫Book your place! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
Yes, it's back – the ABSW 'Missed the Deadline' Christmas party!
⚠️If you can't make it to London, you can still join the party online! All members are welcome.
📆 Wednesday, 28 January 2026
🎫Book your place! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
December 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
#ABSWmembers #LateChristmasParty🎄
Yes, it's back – the ABSW 'Missed the Deadline' Christmas party!
⚠️If you can't make it to London, you can still join the party online! All members are welcome.
📆 Wednesday, 28 January 2026
🎫Book your place! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
Yes, it's back – the ABSW 'Missed the Deadline' Christmas party!
⚠️If you can't make it to London, you can still join the party online! All members are welcome.
📆 Wednesday, 28 January 2026
🎫Book your place! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
#ABSWawards
With thanks to @royalsociety.org for their continued support of The Royal Society Audio Award, celebrating excellence in radio, podcasts and audio storytelling in STEM.
Entries open on 1 January 2026🔗 zurl.co/R6Lf6
Choose your best work examples of 2025!
With thanks to @royalsociety.org for their continued support of The Royal Society Audio Award, celebrating excellence in radio, podcasts and audio storytelling in STEM.
Entries open on 1 January 2026🔗 zurl.co/R6Lf6
Choose your best work examples of 2025!
December 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM
#ABSWawards
With thanks to @royalsociety.org for their continued support of The Royal Society Audio Award, celebrating excellence in radio, podcasts and audio storytelling in STEM.
Entries open on 1 January 2026🔗 zurl.co/R6Lf6
Choose your best work examples of 2025!
With thanks to @royalsociety.org for their continued support of The Royal Society Audio Award, celebrating excellence in radio, podcasts and audio storytelling in STEM.
Entries open on 1 January 2026🔗 zurl.co/R6Lf6
Choose your best work examples of 2025!