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The Royal Society of Biology is the membership organisation for biologists and biology enthusiasts worldwide. www.rsb.org.uk
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Our request for proposals for 'Biologist of Tomorrow' closes Mon 16 Feb! The project will help address current & emerging skills challenges affecting the wider bioscience community. To support the project we are looking to commission a research consultancy to deliver a public online resource. (1/2)
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February 12, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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Don't miss this week's A to Z video with hearing loss researcher Dr Ginny Jeng. Find out about her work as a BBSRC Research Fellow at @sheffielduni.bsky.social & her advice for aspiring biologists.

Watch the full video supported by BBSRC: youtu.be/1p8iZeR0kAY

#BiologyCareers #BiosciencesForAll
February 12, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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There's still a few spaces left on our #AI and #MachineLearning course in two weeks time!

This course sets out to offer practical solutions to the application of machine learning and AI to solving biomedical problems.

📆 Fri 27 Feb, 9:00-17:00, online

Book your place my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
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February 11, 2026 at 11:13 AM
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For International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we spoke to our President-elect Professor Dame Melanie Welham DBE FRSB about her career and her advice for women and girls with an interest in biology.

Read the full interview: www.rsb.org.uk/idwgs-2026

#IDWGS #WomenInScience #BiosciencesForAll
A cut out headshot of Melanie Welham on a green background. Text says "I think it is important to continue to inspire and engage girls and women to get involved in biology... to address the imbalance at more senior levels, we need to pay particular attention to creating the conditions to retain female talent within biology-related careers." Professor Dame Melanie Welham DBE FRSB, RSB President-elect
February 11, 2026 at 8:48 AM
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There are only a few spaces left for our online Research Ethics training course this February - don't miss out! This course will explore the fundamental principles of ethics, medical ethics, and specifically research ethics.

📆 Mon 23 Feb, 9:30-13:00, online

Book now: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
A person wearing PPE holding up and looking at a petri dish. Text says RSB training, research ethics, 23 February 2026, 09:30-13:00, online
February 10, 2026 at 8:47 AM
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We're looking forward to our April member-exclusive webinar 'Plastic Pollution and the Liver' in which Professor Shilpa Chokshi FRSB will explore #PlasticPollution as an emerging public health crisis.

📆 Tuesday 14 April, 14:00-15:00, online

Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
Small colourful plastic particles held in two hands. Text says 'exclusive member lecture, plastic pollution and the liver: with Professor Shilpa Chokshi FRSB, Tuesday 14 April, 14:00-15:00, Zoom
February 9, 2026 at 2:49 PM
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Are you an RSB member with a story, insight, or experience that could inspire others?

This year, we’re shining a spotlight on key awareness days and celebrating the diverse perspectives within RSB’s membership, starting with Neurodiversity Celebration Week in March. (1/2)
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February 9, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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This #NationalApprenticeWeek we’re celebrating the invaluable role that apprenticeships play in shaping the future of bioscience.

DYK we offer apprenticeship accreditation? This recognises academic excellence in bioscience apprenticeship programmes and meets the needs of employers. (1/2)
February 9, 2026 at 8:46 AM
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Are you looking for an in-person course that will give you an overview of the background and variety of disciplines that make up #toxicology? Then join us at the end of March for our two day interactive #training course!

📆 31 Mar - 1 Apr, London

Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
A close up of test tubes in a centrifuge. Text says RSB training, Introduction to Toxicology, 31 March - 1 April 2026, Impact Hub London Euston
February 6, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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It doesn’t feel like spring until you spot a daffodil in bloom!

What’s your favourite sign that the new season is on its way? If you’ve seen a flowering daffodil, or any of our 10 #SignsofSpring, add your sighting here: www.field-studies-council.org/signs-of-spr...

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February 5, 2026 at 2:39 PM
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This week's A to Z video is from circadian rhythm researcher Dr Akanksha Bafna. Find out about her work as a BBSRC Research Fellow in neuroscience at the @ndcnoxford.bsky.social & her advice for aspiring biologists.

Watch the full video supported by BBSRC youtu.be/JM5PZSmFQpM

#BiosciencesForAll
February 5, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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Looking to learn new practical skills & elevate your techniques? Then don't miss our in-person training courses at Brunel University of London this April!

Find out more:
- Microscopy & Microbiology, 28 April: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
- ELISA, 29 April: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
A gloved hand holding the bottom of a microscope. Text says RSB training, technical skills courses, microscopy & microbiology and ELISA, 28-29 April, Brunel University of London
February 4, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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Are you a researcher looking to help the next generation of plant scientists gain valuable experience? Then consider applying to host a Plant Health Undergraduate Studentship this summer!

📆Apply by Tues 10 March

Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health...

#PlantHealth
A person working in a greenhouse. Text says Funding opportunity: Host a Plant Health Undergraduate Studentship, Apply by 10 March
February 3, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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Did you know that the RSB can offer a cost-effective way for professional membership organisations to enhance and streamline their membership offering? This could include the day-to-day administration of membership, events, finance and more!

Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/external-membership-services
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February 3, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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We're looking forward to Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka's member-exclusive webinar in March which will explore wildlife conservation, One Health, and Dr Gladys' journey to becoming Uganda’s first wildlife vet.

📆 Tues 24 March, 12:00-13:00, online

Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve... 🦍
A young gorilla lying on its back surrounded by leaves looking at the camera. Text says exclusive member lecture, leadership in conservation: with Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Tuesday 24 March, 12:00-13:00, Zoom
February 2, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Booking is now open for the 2026 Heads of University Biosciences (HUBS) annual meeting!

Join this two day in-person conference for an opportunity to hear from diverse and influential voices in higher education.

📆 2-3 June, Leeds Beckett University

Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
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February 2, 2026 at 8:49 AM
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ImageJ is the industry standard for scientific imaging but has a reputation for being difficult to learn - so we're running an Introduction to image processing and analysis in ImageJ training course in April!

📆 20 April, 10:00-16:00, University of Warwick

Learn more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
Scientific fluorescence microscopic images. Text says RSB training, introduction to image processing and analysis in ImageJ, 20 April 2026, The University of Warwick
January 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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We're delighted that our latest member profiles from the #TheBiologist feature Deborah Agbakwuru MRSB who talks about T cells and immunity, and Daisy Allen CSci MRSB who works in the water industry.

Read the full article:
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#BiosciencesForAll #BiologyCareers
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Deborah Agbakwuru MRSB talks T cells, immunity and encouraging schoolchildren into STEM, and Daisy Allen CSci MRSB on how a childhood love of Horrible Science led to a career in…
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January 29, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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This week's A to Z video is from resident and community ecologist Eric Swithinbank. Find out about his work with the Lockleaze Neighbourhood Trust and his advice for aspiring biologists.

Watch the full video and explore the A-Z series supported by BBSRC: youtu.be/IyZYcO_Lfuc

#BiosciencesForAll
January 29, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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Our #PlantHealth Series webinar on Cross-Sector Innovation in Microbiome-Based Protection is next Tuesday - looking at sustainable crop protection and microbial solutions.

📆 Tuesday 3 February, 14:00-15:00, online

Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
A person looking at statistics on a tablet in front of crops. Text says Plant Health Series webinar, Cross-sector Innovation in Microbiome-Based Protected, Tuesday 3 February 2026, 14:00-15:00, online
January 28, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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The Journal of Biological Education's latest editorial explores how curriculum reform can enhance the student experience of science education, and how we can build a biology curriculum that’s engaging, relevant, and achievable for all.

Read the article: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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January 28, 2026 at 9:09 AM
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Calling all RSB members - don't forget to sign up for this week's member-exclusive webinar, 'Seals from Space', exploring the cutting-edge methods being used to study Antarctic ice seals.

📆 Thursday 29 January, 16:00 - 17:00, online

Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
An aerial view of seals on a floating ice floe. Text says Exclusive member lecture, seals from space: with Prem Gill, Thursday 29 January, 16:00-17:00, online
January 27, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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Think trees sleep until bursting into life in summer? But that's not the case! Before hazel trees get their leaves, their catkins are busy releasing pollen into the air.

Spot them now and prove spring starts early Help us record the #SignsofSpring at buff.ly/ax3NK0L
January 25, 2026 at 10:15 AM
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We recently launched our 'Biologist of Tomorrow' project to help address current and emerging skills challenges affecting the wider bioscience community.

To support the project, the RSB is looking to commission a research consultancy to submit proposals to deliver a public online resource. (1/2)
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January 26, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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Bookings are now open for our Bioscience Careers Day!

Aimed at undergraduate and master's students (though others are welcome), this year the theme is 'Future skills for tomorrow's biologists'.

📆 3-5 March, 12:30-14:30, online

Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/bioscience-c...

#BiosciencesForAll
6 different people undertaking a range of biology activities. Text says 3-5 March, Bioscience Careers Day, discover your place in bioscience
January 22, 2026 at 3:01 PM