Life on Mars: a project that’s out of this world
It is 2 days before Tim Peake piloted one of the Mars Rover prototypes from the International Space Station. I am on a... read the full article
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The Science Council provides the quality assurance system for those working in science. We set the standards for professional registration for practising scientists and science technicians across all scientific disciplines. Through our Licensed Bodies we admit to our registers scientists and science technicians who meet our competence and conduct requirements and commit to Continuing Professional Development. Those scientists who reach the required standards are recognised by the following designations CSci, CSciTeach, RSci and RSciTech.
Biochemical Society joins the Science Council
The Science Council is pleased to announce that the Biochemical Society has been welcomed as a full member organisation. This... read the full article
Online system hits 1,000 applicants
The new online application system for professional registration, which launched last September, has reached its 1,000th applicant milestone. The online... read the full article
IBMS launch new look British Journal of Biomedical Science
The IBMS have announced the relaunch of the British Journal of Biomedical Science (BJBS) to be published by Taylor& Francis Group... read the full article
Professional Development Masterclasses (SLS Lab Show)
On Wednesday 25 May, the Science Council hosted a Professional Development Zone at the SLS Laboratory Show and Conference. One of... read the full article
Science degree accreditation needs a unifying framework
You’d be forgiven for missing it amid the clamour around the Higher Education White Paper, but another report that could... read the full article
Scientific Laboratory Show draws over 1,000 to Nottingham
Leading science academics and entrepreneurs from around the world gathered in Nottingham yesterday for the 2016 Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference,... read the full article
New guide to finding a Professional Membership Body launched
It can be tricky for scientists to find a Membership Body that fits their personal and professional identity, especially if... read the full article
Standing up for science: call for nominations for Maddox Prize 2016
In his famous poem If, Rudyard Kipling lauded the ability to, “trust yourself when all men doubt you.” However, in the... read the full article
Tom Blundell steps down as President
Professor Sir Tom Blundell has ended his five year term as Science Council President. During this period he has presided over... read the full article