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Sowing the seeds of plant science
The Biologist looks at how a series of DEFRA-sponsored studentships are helping to build resilience and capacity in the UK plant health sector This year the RSB is again partnering with DEFRA to offer 12 plant health undergraduate studentships. The...
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Member profiles
September 11th 2023 Our latest profiles explore the working lives of biology teacher Charles Gill MRSB; chair of the Southeast Asia branch Dr Alexander Waller FRSB; and Professor Dame Melanie Welham FRSB, new Trustee of the RSB A DAY IN THE LIFE...
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Policy Lates
Policy Lates brings a panel of experts together for an informal debate on a contemporary science policy topic, with plenty of time for audience questions. If you have an idea for a Policy Late discussion, please get in touch, via policy@rsb.org.uk For...
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The Queen of Pain
23rd February 2024 Understanding the fascinating ways our brain creates and modifies our perception of pain is the key to better pain relief, says Professor Irene Tracey To most people, pain is a simple four-letter word that means ‘it hurts’. For the...
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How the cat got its stripes
Ever wondered why your cat looks the way it does? Dr Jill Johnson explores how various genes combine to make moggies from ginger to blue, striped or blotched, wearing tuxedos or socks, and even, occasionally, with six toes May 27th 2022 In the UK about...
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What was on the prehistoric menu?
Cutting edge bioscience is helping generate a new appreciation of hunter-gatherer cuisine - and evidence of culinary sophistication that pre-dates the first farmers 12th December 2022 Picture a prehistoric meal and what comes to mind? A fireside meat...
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Bioscience Careers Day: Showcasing the many routes into the life sciences
More than 100 guests attended yesterday’s Bioscience Careers Day (BCD) and heard from a selection of industry professionals about the variety of careers available to bioscience graduates. More than 100 guests attended yesterday’s Bioscience Careers Day...
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The way of the jackal
The arrival of the golden jackal in northern Europe has raised interesting questions about how we define and respond to ‘invasive’ species in rapidly warming parts of the world, writes Sam Perrin 20th February 2023 In July 2019, as summer reached its...
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Reports
Building a new woodland 27 April 2024 Members of the Northern Branch had an interesting, guided tour at Low Burnhall Woods, hosted by two volunteers from the Woodland Trust. Low Burnhall Woods is a patchwork of habitats comprising of ancient woodland,...
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Looking back on key highlights from 2024
2024 was an eventful and memorable year for the Royal Society of Biology. We take this opportunity to look back on some of the highlights. 2024 was an eventful and memorable year for the Royal Society of Biology. We take this opportunity to look back...
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‘Ethical, impactful and better science’
6th December 2024 From grimace guides to ‘virtual dogs’, Dr Genevieve Barr looks at 20 years of innovations to help replace, reduce and refine the use of animals in research The way scientists plan, perform and publish biomedical research has changed...
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“Just the idea of having these species back is already having an impact”
Beth Shapiro with Colossal co-founder and CEO Ben Lamm Beth Shapiro, chief scientist at the de-extinction start-up Colossal, talks to Tom Ireland about the science and ethics of recreating long-lost species in a lab Professor Beth Shapiro is an...
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Employer Advisory Network (EAN)
What is EAN? The Employer Advisory Network (EAN) is a group of companies active in the biosciences, providing expertise and support to the RSB. RSB is dedicated to being a unifying voice for biology, representing diverse views from across the...
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Training
The Society's training programme is expanding; we offer courses to suit all interests and competencies, from enthusiastic students to high level professionals. Our aim is to promote interest in biology and enable individuals to continue their...
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Apprentice of the Year Award
The 2025 award is now open for applications. Please email your application to registers@rsb.org.uk by 17:00 (BST) Tuesday 8 July. The RSB is running its Apprentice of the Year award for the 6th consecutive year. The award has been set up to celebrate...
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The Queen of Pain
23rd February 2024 Understanding the fascinating ways our brain creates and modifies our perception of pain is the key to better pain relief, says Professor Irene Tracey To most people, pain is a simple four-letter word that means ‘it hurts’. For the...
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A manifesto for bioscience
6th September 2024 The RSB is calling for the Government to enact a suite of measures in its first year to make the UK a leader in addressing global challenges While the announcement of a general election in July came as a shock to many, the RSB has...
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Member Profiles
6th September 2024 Our latest profiles explore the working life of Joshua Bateman and his research into microplastics, and the incredible botany career of Sir Ghillean Prance A DAY IN THE LIFE Joshua Bateman MRSB is a PhD candidate and research officer...
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RSB Ambassadors
What is an RSB ambassador? RSB ambassadors are enthusiastic, active and engaged members of the Royal Society of Biology who act as the key contact for the RSB within their workplace. Ambassadors showcase the benefits of membership, promote the work of...
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“Just the idea of having these species back is already having an impact”
Beth Shapiro with Colossal co-founder and CEO Ben Lamm Beth Shapiro, chief scientist at the de-extinction start-up Colossal, talks to Tom Ireland about the science and ethics of recreating long-lost species in a lab Professor Beth Shapiro is an...
