How do we define a scientist?
A few years ago, the Science Council put forward a definition of science. We would now like to turn our... read the full article
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Science Council welcomes new trustees
Following our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 14th June, we are pleased to announce the appointment of 3 new trustees; Dr... read the full article
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
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
Civil Service should invest in the quality of its own scientists
As we have heard at every Budget and Spending Review in the past 6 years, the government recognises that investment... read the full article
Altmetric’s High Five – Fat Dogs, Beer and Antibiotic Resistance (May 2016)
Welcome to the Altmetric High Five, in association with the Science Council. On a monthly basis, the High Five posts... 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
Medical profession needs to reflect the society it serves
Chartered Scientist, Professor Stephen Holgate appeared in front of a group of MPs last week to discuss widening access into... 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