Science
The Royal Society Pairing Scheme gives policymakers and research scientists an opportunity to experience each other’s worlds, building bridges between parliamentarians, civil servants and some of the best research scientists in the UK. Tuesday 17th March marked a standout moment in …
Sciencewise is the UK’s internationally respected programme for public dialogue with science and technology, ensuring public opinions and concerns are factored into policy-making. Sciencewise Programme Director Katie Weeks explains more about their work. From climate change to artificial intelligence, genome editing to data research, science and …
For day 2 of the Professional Recognition Week, we have a guest blog from one of our partner institutions, the Science Council, showcasing the benefits of registration, myth busting common misconceptions about professional recognition, and some upcoming opportunities for Government Science and Engineering (GSE) members! Please visit the Science Council’s website if you’re interested in reading through case studies of scientists who …
By Sophy Phillips and Jim Ellis, Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) Monday 14 July is Shark Awareness Day and whilst many people associate sharks with the clear, blue seas of the tropics, many species of shark and …
by Tania Celani and Miriam Grigg, Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Last year on 22 November, Emily Calandrelli became the 100th woman to fly to space. We can’t claim to have been into space ourselves (perhaps except using VR), …
Exploring the transformative potential of engineering biology Engineering biology is a transformative technology predicted to add up to $4 trillion per annum to the global economy over the next decade. Since 2007, UKRI has invested over £800m in engineering biology, …
By Melissa Mather, Quantum Specialist, Government Office for Science We hear a lot about ‘quantum’. This word can feel abstract, yet as we celebrate World Quantum Day and 100 years of quantum science and technology on Monday 14 April 2025, …
Change and adapt: From lab bench to government To celebrate British Science Week, and this year’s theme of ‘change and adapt’ we hear from Grace, a GSE member and scientist by background, who shares her journey from the lab bench …
What do climate change, food safety, transport emissions and sustainable housing all have in common? They are all underpinned by science and engineering. Recruiting more scientists and engineers is essential to ensure scientific evidence provides quality government decision making. The …
Job summary The Chief Scientific Adviser (CSA) is the most senior scientist in FCDO. The CSA plays a leading role in enabling the FCDO and the government to harness the power of research, evidence, expertise, and science diplomacy to deliver …
