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2023 Science Teaching Survey unveils key challenges in UK science education
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In a collaborative effort with the Institute of Physics (IOP) and the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) conducted the 2023 Science Teaching Survey, delving into the landscape of science education in the UK.
RSB biosecurity concerns raised in House of Lords debate
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The Society was pleased to hear its recommendations as part of its upcoming biosecurity campaign raised as part of a House of Lords debate on the 18th January, regarding infectious disease threats to UK biosecurity, including human, animal and plant health.
RSB celebrates milestone with 21,000 members, including a new Honorary Fellow, and welcomes new Member Organisation
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The Royal Society of Biology celebrates a membership milestone of 21,000 at today’s election, surpassing our year-end target of 20,000.
RSB members recognised in 2024 New Year Honours list
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The Royal Society of Biology would like to offer warm congratulations to a number of members who have been recognised in the 2024 New Year Honours List for their bioscience and community work.
Season’s Greetings from RSB!
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As another year draws to a close, it seems appropriate to reflect on the work of RSB in 2023.
Proposed changes to UK visa requirements pose a risk to UK science
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Changes announced by the Government to cut net migration to the UK pose a risk to UK science, and the benefits it brings to citizens, the economy and our environment.
NCI event examines importance of marine natural capital
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The second event of a new series from the Natural Capital Initiative (NCI) examined the principle of marine natural capital, the potential for this as an area of investment whilst maintaining quality of these environments, and the issues that arise from this.
Head outdoors to look for first signs of spring
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The Field Studies Council and the Royal Society of Biology have teamed up to create a new interactive project which will allow nature lovers across the country to chart the arrival of the new season.
Parliamentary Reception held in celebration of RSB’s Biology Week
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Yesterday the Royal Society of Biology celebrated Biology Week with its annual Parliamentary Reception at the Houses of Parliament. Around 100 guests heard RSB’s Net Zero strategy announcement and saw the Award Ceremony for prize winners involved in the organisation’s competitions and other initiatives.
Images depicting effects of climate change chosen for RSB’s Photography Competition
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The Royal Society of Biology has announced the winners of this year’s Photography Competition, with two amateur photographers named as Photographer and Young Photographer of the Year.