-
Flying ant sightings continue into September
This year sightings of flying ants began early, but more are still being seen at the start of September, unexpectedly late. The Society of Biology's flying ant survey has seen sightings continuing for over 5 weeks around the UK. This year sightings of...
-
A celebration of accredited degrees
Accreditation of bioscience degrees at the University of Liverpool, University of Manchester, Royal Veterinary College, and the University of York was celebrated at the annual Degree Accreditation Awards Ceremony, on the 4th September. Accreditation of...
-
UKPSF responds to RHS Horticulture Matters report
A report released today by the Royal Horticultural Society reveals a drastic shortage in skills across the UK horticultural sector. The RHS surveyed 200 horticultural businesses and found that over 70% cannot fill skilled vacancies. The report,...
-
State of Nature report shows dramatic declines
A State of Nature report will be launched this evening by Sir David Attenborough. The report is a collaboration between 25 UK conservation and research organisations, and shows that 60% of species studied have declined in the last 50 years. A State of...
-
Ash dieback: research, funding and policy news - 28 May 2013
Chalara fraxinea (Chalara ash dieback) updated pest risk analysis As C. fraxinea represents a substantial threat to the UK’s forests, Forest Research prepared a risk assessment, which described the nature and extent of that threat and possible risk...
-
Society of Biology will celebrate newly accredited degrees at annual awards ceremony
Bioscience degrees at the University of Manchester, the University of York and the Royal Veterinary College have been accredited by the Society of Biology in the first wave of accreditations since the programme’s pilot in 2012. Bioscience degrees at...
-
Joint statement on the UK pharmaceutical industry
Four learned societies today issued a joint statement regarding the UK pharmaceutical industry. Four learned societies today issued a joint statement regarding the UK pharmaceutical industry: Whatever the outcome of Pfizer's declared interest in taking...
-
Three female presidents: Work together to help women “reach the top in science”
For the first time, three female presidents lead the Society of Biology, the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Institute of Physics. On 13th May 2014 this will be celebrated by the presidents coming together at the Museum of Science and Industry...
-
Society of Biology response published in the Guardian
The Society of Biology’s response to the question of whether organic farming and GM crops can co-exist has been published in the Guardian. The Society of Biology’s response to the question of whether organic farming and GM crops can co-exist has been...
-
£52M boost for skills and training in UK science sectors
Science Minister David Willetts has announced a £52 million investment in new and emerging science talent, creating more than 7800 education and skills opportunities over a 2 year period. The Science Industrial Partnership (SIP) initiative, led by...
-
Higher Education teaching project launched
A project to improve the status and valuation of higher education (HE) teaching has been launched by the Society, in collaboration with other science and education organisations. In March representatives from across the HE sector met to discuss the...
-
Society of Biology accredits a further 18 UK degrees
The range of accredited bioscience degrees continues to grow, with a further 18 programmes accredited by the Society of Biology yesterday. The range of accredited bioscience degrees continues to grow, with a further 18 programmes accredited by the...
-
Society of Biology presents a witness at Commons Inquiry
The House of Commons Science and Technology Select Committee today (Wednesday 18th December) held their first evidence session as part of their inquiry into antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The Society submitted a response to the Committee’s initial...
-
Letter to the Times raises concerns about A level practical assessment
Dr Mark Downs FSB, chief executive of the Society of Biology, co-signed a letter to the Times, published on Saturday 21st December 2013. The letter outlined serious concerns with the current proposals for the assessment of practical work in the new A...
-
Spotlight on: Epigenetics
The Biologist Vol 61(1) p32-33 Epigenetics is the study of any changes in gene activity not caused by changes in the DNA sequence. Why is it important? Epigenetics explains almost any change in DNA function that is not caused by a mutation. The...
-
RSB welcomes encouraging signs in new Government R&D Roadmap
The Royal Society of Biology has welcomed the ambition in the new Government R&D Roadmap, released on 1 July. The Royal Society of Biology has welcomed the ambition in the new Government R&D Roadmap, released on 1 July. The Research and Development...
-
Scottish pupils receive results following exams cancelled due to COVID-19
Scottish school pupils have received their results for their National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher qualifications, with their grades based on estimates made by their teachers following the cancellation of all exams due to the pandemic. Scottish school...
-
House of Commons Speakers' residence hosts inaugural RSB science lecture
Former RSB president Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell gave the first ever science lecture to be held in the state apartments of the Speaker of the House of Commons. Former RSB president Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell gave the first ever science lecture to...
-
The Pandemic Century: One Hundred Years of Panic, Hysteria and Hubris
Mark Honigsbaum Hurst & Company, £20.00 (hardback) Infectious disease pandemics cause concern and captivate the imagination in equal measure. Public fear of the unknown and seemingly uncontrollable is fostered by news and social media and exploited by...
-
200 students attend this year’s Bioscience Careers Day at Middlesex University London
The RSB’s annual careers fair saw students attend in their hundreds to learn more about career options, meet potential employers, and improve their CV writing and interview skills. The RSB’s annual careers fair saw students attend in their hundreds to...
