NEW CHAIR FOR P&SC

The Rt. Hon George Freeman FRSA MP was elected as Chair of the Parliamentary & Scientific Committee APPG on 30th July 2024.

George is a former Minister of State for Science, Technology and Innovation, and Chair of the No10 Policy Board, 2016-17.

He has been the Member of Parliament for Mid-Norfolk since 2010.

NEW CHAIR FOR P&SC

The Rt. Hon George Freeman FRSA MP was elected as Chair of the Parliamentary & Scientific Committee APPG on 30th July 2024.

George is a former Minister of State for Science, Technology and Innovation, and Chair of the No10 Policy Board, 2016-17.

He has been the Member of Parliament for Mid-Norfolk since 2010.

Next Meeting:

‘Can an App deliver positive nutrition and health outcomes?’ – Tuesday 12th November

which we are holding in partnership with the Nutrition Society in the Thatcher Room, Portcullis House starting at 5.15pm.

Parliamentary and Scientific Committee Annual Lunch Tuesday 5th November

which will be  held in the Cholmondeley Room and Terrace in the House of Lords

Our Guest Speaker will be The Rt Hon Lord Willetts FRS, President of the Resolution Foundation and Chair of the UK Space Agency.

David Willetts served as the Member of Parliament for Havant (1992-2015), as Minister for Universities and Science (2010-2014) and previously worked at HM Treasury and the No. 10 Policy Unit. Lord Willetts is a visiting Professor at King’s College London and Chair of the Foundation for Science and Technology. He a member of the Board of Darktrace plc and is Chair of Innovate Cambridge. Lord Willetts has written widely on economic and social policy. His book “A University Education” is published by Oxford University Press. A second edition of his book “The Pinch” on fairness between the generations was published in 2019

‘Can an App deliver positive nutrition and health outcomes?’ – Tuesday 12th November

which we are holding in partnership with the Nutrition Society, Tuesday 12th November in the Thatcher Room, Portcullis House starting at 5.15pm.

Last Meeting:

‘Reuse, Renew or Replace?’ – Tuesday 15th October

in partnership with the Institute of Corrosion

Recent Webinar:

“Measurement of Time”
Discussion meeting in the House of Commons
Zoom with – NPL

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Strengthening Connections: Celebrating Chemical Engineering and Raising its Profile

IChemE President Mark Apsey shares key efforts in advancing chemical engineering’s profile, celebrating professional achievements, and promoting global collaboration to tackle sustainability challenges.
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Engineering Policy Priorities for the 2024-2029 UK Parliament Unveiled by IMechE

IMechE's latest report outlines key engineering priorities for the 2024-2029 UK Parliament, urging action on climate, skills, and innovation to secure the UK’s future economic and environmental success.
September 19, 2024/by pscadmin

Faraday Discovery Fellowships: Supporting Emerging Research Leaders

Learn about the Faraday Discovery Fellowships, a major funding initiative by the Royal Society that empowers mid-career researchers in STEM to lead innovative research in the UK. This program offers up to £8 million over ten years to foster the next generation of scientific leaders.
August 26, 2024/by pscadmin

Bristol Study Highlights Risks of Painkiller Misuse

Researchers at the University of Bristol warn of the rising misuse of over-the-counter painkillers. Their study calls for enhanced public awareness and policy measures to mitigate this growing public health issue in the UK.
August 12, 2024/by pscadmin

Uncovering Earth’s Secrets: Leeds Researchers Study Mantle Rocks

Researchers at the University of Leeds are studying rocks from Earth’s mantle to reveal details about the planet’s geological history. This research could provide valuable insights for UK policymakers on the natural processes that have shaped Earth, informing future environmental policies.
August 12, 2024/by pscadmin

Liverpool to Host the British Science Festival in 2025

Liverpool will host the British Science Festival in September 2025, featuring 100 free activities to engage the public in STEM. UK policymakers are encouraged to attend and support this initiative, which highlights the importance of science education and public engagement.
August 12, 2024/by pscadmin

BSAS Welcomes New Presidential Team!

The British Society of Animal Science (BSAS) is delighted to announce the appointment of Professor David Kenny as its new President and Professor Nicholas Jonsson as Junior Vice President.
May 15, 2024/by pscadmin

Professor Alison Etheridge Appointed First President of the Academy for the Mathematical Sciences

The Academy for the Mathematical Sciences proudly announces the appointment of Professor Alison Etheridge OBE FRS as its inaugural President, effective 17 June 2024.
May 13, 2024/by pscadmin

Nonet of Innovators: UCL’s Elite Researchers Secure Prestigious European Grants

In a notable achievement for UK academia, nine University College London (UCL) researchers have been distinguished with the European Research Council's prestigious Advanced Grants.
April 22, 2024/by pscadmin

University of Liverpool to lead £125M world-first diffraction and imaging electron microscope facility to drive breakthroughs in UK science

The UK is set to revolutionise the global scientific landscape with the launch of the Relativistic Ultrafast Electron Diffraction and Imaging (RUEDI) facility, a pioneering £125 million national research initiative spearheaded by the University of Liverpool.
April 8, 2024/by pscadmin

Science in Parliament Spring 2024

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The University of Birmingham and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have renewed their partnership.

The University of Birmingham and Fraunhofer UMSICHT have renewed their partnership, focusing on challenges related to delivering green energy and renewable resources.
April 5, 2024/by pscadmin

Durham University’s physicists have contributed to creating the largest 3D map of the Universe

Durham University's physicists have contributed to creating the largest 3D map of the Universe, using the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI)
April 5, 2024/by pscadmin

The Cancer Research UK Manchester Centre is set to receive an £8.5 million boost for clinician scientist training

The Cancer Research UK Manchester Centre is set to receive an £8.5 million boost for clinician scientist training, as part of a larger £58 million investment across the UK.
April 5, 2024/by pscadmin

New image reveals magnetic fields at edge of Milky Way’s central black hole

Researchers at UCL have contributed to a groundbreaking discovery using the Event Horizon Telescope, revealing detailed images of magnetic fields at the edge of our Milky Way’s central black hole, Sagittarius A*.
April 5, 2024/by pscadmin

The Imperial College London’s Convergence Science Centre has been granted £8.9 million to support clinician research training.

The Imperial College London's Convergence Science Centre has been granted £8.9 million to support clinician research training.
April 5, 2024/by pscadmin
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