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08/10/2026

It's the first day of Biology Week 2026!

Running from 8-18 October, our 15th Biology Week aims to be a complete celebration of biology and nature from A to Z!

From events and memory games, to competitions and resources, there are so many different ways to get involved this year.

Watch our video from Dame Chi Onwurah MP, Chair of the Science and Technology Committee, to find out why Biology Week is so special, and then head to our website to get involved!

If you're running an event or taking part in anything this Biology Week please use the , and we can celebrate together!

"AI literacy is not just a question of access, but of who learns to use AI for understanding and who uses it merely to g...
07/10/2026

"AI literacy is not just a question of access, but of who learns to use AI for understanding and who uses it merely to get the work done"

The latest issue of The Biologist features an article about how a network dedicated to reducing the awarding gap in bioscience explores whether AI tools will narrow or widen the gap between disadvantaged students and their peers.

Read the article via The Biologist link in our bio.

As we prepare for our 15th Biology Week, our Communications team sat down with Chief Executive Doug Brown to reflect on ...
06/10/2026

As we prepare for our 15th Biology Week, our Communications team sat down with Chief Executive Doug Brown to reflect on his first year in post, and what he's most looking forward to this Biology Week.

Find out why he would sum up his first year as epic, how he was inspired by his A-level biology teacher, and why he's excited about RSB's careers offering.

Read the full article via the news link in our bio.

05/10/2026

🌿 We're thrilled to announce that Becky Parker, Director of Project Earth, will be the keynote speaker at our inaugural National Biology Conference.

Project Earth aims to support young people to realise their imagination and creativity for the planet, offering mentorship to students across the world.

Becky's keynote address will draw from her years of experience working with young people across the education sector, focusing on 'A message of hope: supporting and empowering young people to have agency for their future.'

Jointly run by STEM Learning, the Royal Society of Biology, and Kew Wakehurst, our conference will feature a range of speakers, workshops and exhibitors for a day focused entirely on the wonders of biology.

Book your place now: https://bit.ly/3RktVqe

"Tipping points happen when amplifying feedback within a system gets strong enough to support self-propelling change"In ...
02/10/2026

"Tipping points happen when amplifying feedback within a system gets strong enough to support self-propelling change"

In the latest issue of The Biologist, Tim Lenton, Professor of Climate Change and Earth System Science at the University of Exeter, writes about how the daunting environmental challenges of our time can be overcome if we make changes that become self-propelling.

Read the article via The Biologist link in our bio, or search for The Biologist.

01/10/2026

Congratulations to the over 1,000 newly elected members of RSB – we're delighted that you have joined our community, helping us grow to over 28,600 members!

Don't forget that, as a member, you now have access to benefits including:
- exclusive events like the upcoming talk on Citizen Science, Technology, & AI in Conservation Ecology - a lecture by Professor Anne Goodenough CBiol FRSB
- access to 'The Biologist' magazine (next issue in December)
- a range of discounted training courses – from statistical and practical skills to leadership
- Personalised 1:1 careers support for professional grade members
- and much more!

Explore myRSB to learn more or, if you'd like to find out more about being a member, head to our website!

There's only a week until Biology Week 2026!Running from 8-18 October, Biology Week celebrates the important work that b...
30/09/2026

There's only a week until Biology Week 2026!

Running from 8-18 October, Biology Week celebrates the important work that bioscientists are doing. This year's theme is 'A complete celebration of biology and nature from A to Z.'

From online and in person events to downloadable resources and our 3D BioCraft competition, there is something for everyone so take a look and get involved!

Head to the Biology Week link in our bio or search 'Biology Week' to find out more.

We're thrilled to announce our 2026 BioArtAttack competition winners!The award, for 7-18 year olds, celebrates the combi...
29/09/2026

We're thrilled to announce our 2026 BioArtAttack competition winners!

The award, for 7-18 year olds, celebrates the combination of biology and art to showcase the natural world.

This year's winners are:
- Alyssa (7-11) from St Faith's School, Cambridge
- Eva (12-14) from Charterhouse School, Surrey
- Eve (15-18) from Hall Cross Academy, Doncaster

The winners of the Nancy Rothwell prize, a category specifically for labelled specimen drawings, were:

- Elizabeth (7-11) from Harrow International School Hong Kong
- Harriet (12-14) from The Queen's School, Chester
- Yerin (15-18) from Korea International School

Congratulations to all our winners - you can see the winning images in the carousel below.

Find out more from the winners about their artwork via the News link in our bio.

Thanks to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) for their support of this year's competition.

Congratulations to our Plant Health Undergraduate Studentship (PHUGS) students for completing their summer research and ...
23/09/2026

Congratulations to our Plant Health Undergraduate Studentship (PHUGS) students for completing their summer research and showcasing their projects at our annual symposium today!

The students were awarded funding through a highly competitive application process to carry out cutting-edge research relating to Defra’s plant health priorities at selected host institutions: BugBiome, Canterbury Christ Church University, Forest Research, Harper Adams University, John Innes Centre, Niab, Rothamsted Research, Swansea University / Prifysgol Abertawe, The James Hutton Institute, The Sainsbury Laboratory, The University of Manchester, University of Exeter, University of Glasgow, University of Warwick, and University of the West of England.

Thank you to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), the Association of Applied Biologists, The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation, and the SCI Where Science Meets Business Horticulture Group for funding the 2026 PHUGS studentships!

Scroll through the images below to read five PHUGS student testimonials or learn more about the PHUGS scheme: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health-ug-studentships

There's only a week until our 'Introduction to Journal Clubs' online webinar - aimed at secondary school teachers.Have y...
21/09/2026

There's only a week until our 'Introduction to Journal Clubs' online webinar - aimed at secondary school teachers.

Have you ever thought about setting up a Science Journal Club at school but you're not sure where to start?

A Journal Club is a discussion group where participants read, analyse, and discuss scientific research articles. It provides an opportunity for students to explore real-world science beyond the curriculum, develop critical thinking skills, evaluate scientific evidence, and build confidence in communicating scientific ideas.

📆 Tuesday 29 September, 15:30 to 16:30, online

Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eventid=4912

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