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Working in plant health and want showcase your achievements? Then why not apply for our new Plant Health Professional Development Award!

Visit the award webpage to find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health...

#PlantHealth
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November 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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There's only two days left to take part in our #BioCraft Competition!

Combine art and science by creating a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled or other materials!

Have a look at previous winners for some inspiration 👇

Closing date Weds 12 Nov

Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com...
3D models of pinned butterflies. Text says 'Museum drawer of butterflies by Moreton Hall school group, group winner 2023' 3D model of a turtle. Text says 'Green sea turtle by Aiyara McWilliam, individual winner 2023'
November 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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RSB members! Don't miss our December member-exclusive webinar 'Photosynthesis in action: sparing & sharing land use for renewable energy' with Professor Elinor Thompson FRSB & Martyn Rush.

📆 Weds 17 Dec, 15:00-16:00, online

Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

#LandUse #RenewableEnergy
Close up of plant cells. Text says 'exclusive member lecture, photosynthesis in action: with Professor Elinor Thompson FRSB and Martyn Rush, Wednesday 17 December 2025, 15:00-16:00, online
November 7, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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In the latest issue of the Journal of Biological Education, Dr Edith Dempster’s Editorial reflects on the implications for biology as a discipline when students are introduced to the subject without countering anthropocentric ideas.

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Anthropocentrism in biology teaching and learning
Published in Journal of Biological Education (Vol. 59, No. 5, 2025)
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November 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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Next in our A-Z of the Biosciences video series we have @adamhartscience.bsky.social. Learn about his work as a flying ant researcher & what a typical day looks like.

Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zoio...

#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll

Supported by BBSRC
November 6, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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RSB’s full response to the curriculum and assessment review report and government response today.
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Building better biology curricula for all: RSB’s response to the Curriculum and Assessment Review in England
The RSB is pleased to see many of the policy positions we have put forward underpinning the recommendations by the Curriculum and Assessment Review panel and being adopted by the Government.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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There's still time to book on to our introductory AI and Machine Learning course in December - perfect if you wish to explore the opportunities that they offer!

📆 Friday 5 December, 9:00-17:00, online

Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...

#AI #MachineLearning #Training
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November 5, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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⌛Only three weeks to go before round 2 of BES Fellow applications closes!

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British Ecological Society call for BES Fellow applications, recognising outstanding contributions. Deadline: 11 November.
October 21, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Did you know that we have a Teaching Policy Network (TPN)?

The TPN is a platform for educators to contribute to education policy, inform key discussions, and shape standards across the education sector.

Find out more, including how to join: www.rsb.org.uk/tpn

#EducationPolicy #BiosciencesForAll
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November 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Engineering UK's Big Bang Competition is open for entries! Got a STEM project you’ve been working on? Get feedback from real scientists and engineers when you enter the #BigBangCompetition: bit.ly/4n8TRQm

#STEM
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November 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Are you an RSB member who would like to join a magazine editorial board?

Well now's your chance - we have vacancies on The Biologist Editorial Board!

Find out more and apply today: my.rsb.org.uk/services.php...

#TheBiologist
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November 3, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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Are you looking for a research ethics course?

Our next online course will explore the fundamental principles of research ethics, drawing upon relevant examples and providing practical guidance.

📆 Mon 23 Feb, 9:30-13:00, online

Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
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October 31, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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As part of #BlackHistoryMonth 2025, the RSB’s Jade Hall spoke to author of The Shuri Effect, Lauryn Mwale, about writing her book, and the inspiring Black role models she found during her research.

Read the full article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/biologist-fe...

#BiosciencesForAll #TheBiologist
“I thought I’d just be surrounded by chess geniuses for my whole degree”
As part of Black History Month 2025, the RSB’s Jade Hall spoke to author of The Shuri Effect, Lauryn Mwale, about how her experiences studying mathematics as an undergraduate led her to write the…
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October 30, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Next in our A-Z of the Biosciences video series we have Shannon Quinn from @londonzoo.bsky.social. Learn about her work as an armadillo keeper and what advice she has for future biologists.

Watch the full video and explore the A-Z series supported by BBSRC: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtCYP0qWTX8
October 30, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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Calling all RSB members! Don't miss our exclusive webinar 'The evolution of influenza and COVID: viruses, variants, and vaccines' in November with Professor Derek Smith.

📆 Monday 24 November, 12:30-13:30, online

Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
An artistic interpretation of two cut out heads with viruses on them. Text says 'exclusive member lecture, the evolution of influenza and COVID with Professor Derek Smith. Monday 24 November 2025, 12:30-13:30, online'
October 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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We’re celebrating a milestone – over 100 people are on the Plant Health Professionals Register!

To everyone who has registered – thank you!

If you’re interested in joining, find out more: new.rsb.org.uk/reg.html?reg...

#PlantHealth
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October 28, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Have you taken part in our BioCraft Competition yet?

The competition encourages participants to combine art & science by creating a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials.

Closing date: 12 Nov 2025

Open to anyone UK & worldwide

Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com...
A 3D model of a copepod on a stool. Background is ripped up yellow paper. Text says Biology Week, Biocraft Competition. Create a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials and send RSB a photo to enter! #BioCraftComp. Submissions close: 12 November
October 27, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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A pleasure to join the @rsb.org.uk Biology Week!🌿
We presented the IPSN work in resource creation, research & collaboration, heard inspiring talks from St Andrews BG & @thebotanics.bsky.social, and joined a garden tour

Great chance to strengthen connections and spark new collaborations!🤝
October 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Our #BiologyWeek STEM webinar featuring immunology, biotechnology & deep-sea exploration is now available on YouTube!

If you missed it last week, do have a watch - it's ideal for anyone aged 11-19, teachers, & after school STEM clubs!

Watch the webinar: youtu.be/rGH0AWBabLk

#STEM
Immunology, biotechnology, and deep-sea exploration | Biology Week 2025 STEM talk
Hear from a panel of inspiring speakers who took part in the A-Z of the Biosciences career shorts, and motivate the next generation of bioscientists! This webinar is ideal for anyone aged 11-19,…
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October 24, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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We're pleased to be supporting this event so please get involved by using the postcode checker to find out if your MP is attending or not: www.nebriefing.org
October 23, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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Next in our A-Z of the Biosciences video series is Juan Manuel Obando. Learn about his research on epiphytes, how he works to conserve them in Colombia, what a typical day looks like, and what advice he has for future biologists.

Watch the full video: youtu.be/un21ueqg7tI

#BiosciencesForAll
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October 23, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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We’re taking a look back on Biology Week - our best one to date!

Thank you to everyone who took part and got involved!

From member-exclusive events to awards ceremonies and a trip to Edinburgh, read through the highlights: www.rsb.org.uk/biology-week...

#BiologyWeek #BiosciencesForAll
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October 22, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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We have partnered with Hachette UK to offer a member-exclusive children's book giveaway!

Don't miss the chance to win a copy of 'Your Expert Guide: The Human Body for Young Scientists' - perfect for curious kids.

📆 Closes Wed 12 Nov (T&Cs apply).

Enter today: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBgiveaway
A copy of the book 'Your Expert Guide The Human Body for Young Scientists' on a blue background. The text says RSB Member Exclusive, children's book giveaway. Win a copy of Your Expert Guide: The Human Body for Young Scientists. T&Cs apply'
October 22, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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To what extent have bioscience curricula in the UK been ‘decolonised’?

As part of #BlackHistoryMonth, The Biologist spoke to several leaders of work in this field to understand if ideas about decolonising have changed.

Read the article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/biologist-fe...

#BiosciencesForAll
Decolonising bioscience
decolonisation in science
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October 21, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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In the latest in The Biologist's 'My Lab Unlocked', we meet Dr Joe Moughan, PhD, FRSB of the RICA Seed Center, a hands-on centre of excellence that provides B2B services to help Rwandan seed companies.

Read the article: thebiologist.rsb.org.uk/meet-our-mem...

#BiosciencesForAll
My Lab Unlocked: Dr Joseph Moughan FRSB of the RICA Seed Center
Dr Joseph Moughan FRSB on working with food security crops in Rwanda The RICA Seed Center was launched in 2022 and our mission is to provide world-class seed R&D, training and services to strength...
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October 20, 2025 at 3:47 PM