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Cabinet Office drops anti-lobbying clause for universities and charities
to select committees and consultations are appropriate for inclusion in their research grant terms.' Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology said: “Policy making should be robustly-evidenced and appropriately challenged...
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Recognition for RSB new Plant Health Register
Registers offered to members: Registered Science Technician (RSciTech), Registered Scientist (RSci), Chartered Scientist (CSci) and Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach), which are available through a licence, offered by the Science Council; and...
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Parliament celebrates Biology Week's fifth birthday
for science’s sake', but also emphasised the important contribution that biology makes to society as a whole. Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the RSB (above left), wished a happy fifth birthday to the annual celebration of life science that...
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Potential impact of immigration reforms is a vital issue for science
to the Conservative Party conference. In response to proposals concerning international students and employees Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology said, “Science is truly global and the UK plays its leading role at...
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Public attitudes to animals research
experiments and developing new ways to minimise the use of and replace animals wherever possible. Comment from Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive, Royal Society of Biology: "This survey result reminds the bioscience sector to continue to build on...
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Free online issue celebrates 50 years of biology education research
These articles will be free to everyone until the end of 2016. In a video to celebrate the 50th anniversary, Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology, said: “The Journal of Biological Education is quite unique in many...
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Hartlepool Teacher Wins School Biology Teacher of the Year Award
it”, “Every lesson you know that you have learned something” and “We really understand biology inside out.” Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology, said: “Excellent teachers have a profound and positive effect on their...
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RSB welcomes technical qualifications overhaul recommended by independent report
to simplify these many thousands of qualifications to 15 core technical education career paths. Rachel Lambert-Forsyth CSci CBiol MRSB, director of education and training at the Royal Society of Biology said: “Coherence and clarity in technical...
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UK science must be protected in wake of EU Referendum
Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology comments on the UK decision to leave the European Union. Today’s Referendum outcome will result in the UK leaving the European Union. There will now be a period of uncertainty in...
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Society launches Plant Health Professional Register
Science Council we offer: Registered Science Technician (RSciTech), Registered Scientist (RSci), Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach) and Chartered Scientist (CSci). Professional recognition signifies skills, knowledge and commitment to...
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Signs of hope for science advice
activity for the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) and our members. At the beginning of March (seven weeks ago) Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the RSB, in collaboration with chief executives of eight member Learned Societies wrote to the...
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Universities Honoured at Accreditation Awards Ceremony
many of whom contributed to the criteria for the Degree Accreditation and Advanced Accreditation Programmes. Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology, who presented the awards said, "We hope that through the Degree...
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Emerging Topics in Life Sciences: new journal launches
issue will focus on a new or growing field of life science research, guest edited by an expert in the field. Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology said: “The topics that are emerging in the life sciences are among the...
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Belfast biomedical researcher strikes Gold for display in Parliament
of our future and SET for Britain is politicians’ best opportunity to meet them and understand their work.” Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology, said: “Scientists and politicians both have major roles in addressing...
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New rules could restrict scientists sharing knowledge with Government
to consultations in which their research is relevant without securing specific non-public funding to do this. Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology said: “Keeping the lines of communication open between researchers and...
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Finalists for national higher education teaching award announced
teaching methods, as well as undertaken professional development and supported colleagues. Rachel Lambert-Forsyth CBiol CSci MRSB, director of education and training at the Royal Society of Biology said: “This year’s award yet again highlights the...
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School Biology Teacher of the Year Shortlist Announced
The judging team are looking forward to meeting the shortlisted teachers when they visit their schools.” Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology said: “Excellent teachers have a profound and positive effect on their...
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Government needs to improve UK readiness for next epidemic
concerned that the UK ‘lacks the capability’ to make enough vaccines to vaccinate UK citizens in an emergency. Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology said: "The Committee’s call to improve the UK’s readiness to detect...
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Nurse review recommends new oversight of UK Research Councils
a strong collective strategic position, and ensuring an efficient approach to administrative functions.’ Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology said: “The Research Councils are critical to development and growth and to...
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Regius Professorships to celebrate role of academic research in UK growth
the environment, or any area that which has significantly improved the international standing of the UK. Dr Mark Downs CSci FRSB, chief executive of the Royal Society of Biology said: “Science generates new jobs and economic growth year on year. It is...
