Royal Society of Biology
@rsb.org.uk
The Royal Society of Biology is the membership organisation for biologists and biology enthusiasts worldwide. www.rsb.org.uk
Don't forget to take part in our BioCraft competition public vote!
From coral reefs to fluid mosaic models, this year's shortlist brilliantly showcases the breadth of the biosciences.
Which is your favourite?
Voting close Tues 2 Dec: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraft2025
#BioCraft
From coral reefs to fluid mosaic models, this year's shortlist brilliantly showcases the breadth of the biosciences.
Which is your favourite?
Voting close Tues 2 Dec: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraft2025
#BioCraft
November 28, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Don't forget to take part in our BioCraft competition public vote!
From coral reefs to fluid mosaic models, this year's shortlist brilliantly showcases the breadth of the biosciences.
Which is your favourite?
Voting close Tues 2 Dec: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraft2025
#BioCraft
From coral reefs to fluid mosaic models, this year's shortlist brilliantly showcases the breadth of the biosciences.
Which is your favourite?
Voting close Tues 2 Dec: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraft2025
#BioCraft
Did you know that we produce a range of newsletters to help you keep up-to-date with the life sciences?
From science policy & industry updates, to educational news & exclusive member content, there's something for everyone!
Browse the full range: www.rsb.org.uk/newsletters....
#BiosciencesForAll
From science policy & industry updates, to educational news & exclusive member content, there's something for everyone!
Browse the full range: www.rsb.org.uk/newsletters....
#BiosciencesForAll
November 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Did you know that we produce a range of newsletters to help you keep up-to-date with the life sciences?
From science policy & industry updates, to educational news & exclusive member content, there's something for everyone!
Browse the full range: www.rsb.org.uk/newsletters....
#BiosciencesForAll
From science policy & industry updates, to educational news & exclusive member content, there's something for everyone!
Browse the full range: www.rsb.org.uk/newsletters....
#BiosciencesForAll
In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, we have Hattie Sire who is a ferret keeper at @londonzoo.bsky.social.
Watch the full video and explore the A-Z series supported by BBSRC: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZmA...
#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll
Watch the full video and explore the A-Z series supported by BBSRC: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZmA...
#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll
Letter F | Ferret Keeper Hattie Sire | A to Z of the Biosciences
YouTube video by Royal Society of Biology
www.youtube.com
November 27, 2025 at 8:47 AM
In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, we have Hattie Sire who is a ferret keeper at @londonzoo.bsky.social.
Watch the full video and explore the A-Z series supported by BBSRC: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZmA...
#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll
Watch the full video and explore the A-Z series supported by BBSRC: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZmA...
#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll
Introducing our new Core Business Skills for Biologists course which aims to introduce core topics in entrepreneurship and management!
📆 This course will take place online over three sessions, on 28, 29, and 30 January 2026 at 9:00-17:00 each day.
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
📆 This course will take place online over three sessions, on 28, 29, and 30 January 2026 at 9:00-17:00 each day.
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
November 26, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Introducing our new Core Business Skills for Biologists course which aims to introduce core topics in entrepreneurship and management!
📆 This course will take place online over three sessions, on 28, 29, and 30 January 2026 at 9:00-17:00 each day.
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
📆 This course will take place online over three sessions, on 28, 29, and 30 January 2026 at 9:00-17:00 each day.
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
Our magazine 'The Biologist' will be landing with members from Monday 8 December!
Did you know that we also offer digital subscriptions for individuals and institutions (i.e. schools, colleges, and universities) via Exact Editions?
Find out more: institutions.exacteditions.com/the-biologist
Did you know that we also offer digital subscriptions for individuals and institutions (i.e. schools, colleges, and universities) via Exact Editions?
Find out more: institutions.exacteditions.com/the-biologist
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November 26, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Our magazine 'The Biologist' will be landing with members from Monday 8 December!
Did you know that we also offer digital subscriptions for individuals and institutions (i.e. schools, colleges, and universities) via Exact Editions?
Find out more: institutions.exacteditions.com/the-biologist
Did you know that we also offer digital subscriptions for individuals and institutions (i.e. schools, colleges, and universities) via Exact Editions?
Find out more: institutions.exacteditions.com/the-biologist
We had a brilliant time at Science and the Parliament, organised by the @rsc.org, last week in Edinburgh!
It was a valuable opportunity to meet with our RSB members, network, and present awards to students for their top SQA biology exam results.
Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/science-and-...
It was a valuable opportunity to meet with our RSB members, network, and present awards to students for their top SQA biology exam results.
Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/science-and-...
November 25, 2025 at 11:52 AM
We had a brilliant time at Science and the Parliament, organised by the @rsc.org, last week in Edinburgh!
It was a valuable opportunity to meet with our RSB members, network, and present awards to students for their top SQA biology exam results.
Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/science-and-...
It was a valuable opportunity to meet with our RSB members, network, and present awards to students for their top SQA biology exam results.
Read the full story: www.rsb.org.uk/science-and-...
Are you ready to help us decide the winners of our BioCraft competition?
Participants have created a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials.
Please take a couple of minutes to cast your vote via our survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraf...
#ArtCompetition #PublicVote
Participants have created a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials.
Please take a couple of minutes to cast your vote via our survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraf...
#ArtCompetition #PublicVote
November 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Are you ready to help us decide the winners of our BioCraft competition?
Participants have created a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials.
Please take a couple of minutes to cast your vote via our survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraf...
#ArtCompetition #PublicVote
Participants have created a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled, or other, materials.
Please take a couple of minutes to cast your vote via our survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RSBBioCraf...
#ArtCompetition #PublicVote
Are you thinking about applying for the HE Bioscience Teacher of the Year award but need advice? Join our webinar which aims to help applicants understand the award process.
📆 Tues 9 Dec, 11:00-12:30
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
📆 Tues 9 Dec, 11:00-12:30
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
November 24, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Are you thinking about applying for the HE Bioscience Teacher of the Year award but need advice? Join our webinar which aims to help applicants understand the award process.
📆 Tues 9 Dec, 11:00-12:30
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
📆 Tues 9 Dec, 11:00-12:30
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
Are you looking for a training course that will cover lab #HealthAndSafety management & risk assessment essentials, focusing particularly on the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (#COSHH) Regulations? Then look no further!
📆 9 Feb 2026, 9:30-17:00, online
my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
📆 9 Feb 2026, 9:30-17:00, online
my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
November 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Are you looking for a training course that will cover lab #HealthAndSafety management & risk assessment essentials, focusing particularly on the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (#COSHH) Regulations? Then look no further!
📆 9 Feb 2026, 9:30-17:00, online
my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
📆 9 Feb 2026, 9:30-17:00, online
my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, Dr David Lawson talks about his role as a senior lecturer inc his research into the interactions between flowering plants and their pollinators, particularly bumblebees 🐝.
Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QMQ...
Supported by BBSRC
Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QMQ...
Supported by BBSRC
Letter P | Pollinator Interaction Researcher Dr Dave Lawson | A to Z of the Biosciences
YouTube video by Royal Society of Biology
www.youtube.com
November 20, 2025 at 8:54 AM
In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, Dr David Lawson talks about his role as a senior lecturer inc his research into the interactions between flowering plants and their pollinators, particularly bumblebees 🐝.
Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QMQ...
Supported by BBSRC
Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QMQ...
Supported by BBSRC
Don't miss next week's exclusive event for RSB members exploring the evolution of influenza and COVID: viruses, variants, and vaccines with Professor Derek Smith!
📆 Monday 24 November, 12:30 to 13:30, online
Book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#pathogens #viruses
📆 Monday 24 November, 12:30 to 13:30, online
Book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#pathogens #viruses
November 19, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Don't miss next week's exclusive event for RSB members exploring the evolution of influenza and COVID: viruses, variants, and vaccines with Professor Derek Smith!
📆 Monday 24 November, 12:30 to 13:30, online
Book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#pathogens #viruses
📆 Monday 24 November, 12:30 to 13:30, online
Book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#pathogens #viruses
Are you looking for a training course that explores the fundamental principles of ethics and medical ethics, and most specifically research ethics? Then look no further!
📆 23 Feb, 9:30-13:00, online
Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#ResearchEthics #Training
📆 23 Feb, 9:30-13:00, online
Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#ResearchEthics #Training
November 18, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Are you looking for a training course that explores the fundamental principles of ethics and medical ethics, and most specifically research ethics? Then look no further!
📆 23 Feb, 9:30-13:00, online
Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#ResearchEthics #Training
📆 23 Feb, 9:30-13:00, online
Find out more and book your place: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#ResearchEthics #Training
Calling all AMRSB & early-career MRSB members!
Did you know that you can apply for a #TravelGrant of up to £1,000 to support future travel in connection with biological study, teaching or research?
📆 Applications close 23 Jan
Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/travel-grant...
#EarlyCareerResearchers
Did you know that you can apply for a #TravelGrant of up to £1,000 to support future travel in connection with biological study, teaching or research?
📆 Applications close 23 Jan
Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/travel-grant...
#EarlyCareerResearchers
November 17, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Calling all AMRSB & early-career MRSB members!
Did you know that you can apply for a #TravelGrant of up to £1,000 to support future travel in connection with biological study, teaching or research?
📆 Applications close 23 Jan
Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/travel-grant...
#EarlyCareerResearchers
Did you know that you can apply for a #TravelGrant of up to £1,000 to support future travel in connection with biological study, teaching or research?
📆 Applications close 23 Jan
Learn more: www.rsb.org.uk/travel-grant...
#EarlyCareerResearchers
Did you know we offer tailored subject-specific CPD for teachers, from training on how to deliver GCSE required practicals, to applying maths in biology lessons?
To find out more please email [email protected] with an overview of your training needs.
#TeacherCPD #STEMEducation #BiosciencesForAll
To find out more please email [email protected] with an overview of your training needs.
#TeacherCPD #STEMEducation #BiosciencesForAll
November 17, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Did you know we offer tailored subject-specific CPD for teachers, from training on how to deliver GCSE required practicals, to applying maths in biology lessons?
To find out more please email [email protected] with an overview of your training needs.
#TeacherCPD #STEMEducation #BiosciencesForAll
To find out more please email [email protected] with an overview of your training needs.
#TeacherCPD #STEMEducation #BiosciencesForAll
Learn new practical skills and elevate your techniques with our lab-based courses!
Join us for Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York on 22 January 2026 (discount available for attending both).
Find out more and book your place: www.rsb.org.uk/events.html?...
Join us for Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York on 22 January 2026 (discount available for attending both).
Find out more and book your place: www.rsb.org.uk/events.html?...
November 14, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Learn new practical skills and elevate your techniques with our lab-based courses!
Join us for Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York on 22 January 2026 (discount available for attending both).
Find out more and book your place: www.rsb.org.uk/events.html?...
Join us for Aseptic Techniques and Cell Culture: The Basics at the University of York on 22 January 2026 (discount available for attending both).
Find out more and book your place: www.rsb.org.uk/events.html?...
Ever wondered what it's like to be a meerkat keeper?
In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, we have Chelsea Reid-Johnson from @londonzoo.bsky.social.
Watch the full video to learn about her work as an engagement lead keeper on small mammals (inc meerkats): www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aip...
In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, we have Chelsea Reid-Johnson from @londonzoo.bsky.social.
Watch the full video to learn about her work as an engagement lead keeper on small mammals (inc meerkats): www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aip...
November 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Ever wondered what it's like to be a meerkat keeper?
In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, we have Chelsea Reid-Johnson from @londonzoo.bsky.social.
Watch the full video to learn about her work as an engagement lead keeper on small mammals (inc meerkats): www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aip...
In our latest A-Z of the Biosciences video, we have Chelsea Reid-Johnson from @londonzoo.bsky.social.
Watch the full video to learn about her work as an engagement lead keeper on small mammals (inc meerkats): www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aip...
We're pleased to be supporting landmark National Emergency Briefing on the climate and nature
crisis on Nov 27.
Is your MP attending? This is the official-style briefing our leaders need to hear.
Enter your postcode to find out: www.nebriefing.org
#climate #nature
crisis on Nov 27.
Is your MP attending? This is the official-style briefing our leaders need to hear.
Enter your postcode to find out: www.nebriefing.org
#climate #nature
I’ve just announced I’ll be leading a National Emergency Briefing on 27 November . At a time when climate is in free fall on the political agenda , it’s vital our leaders realise what is at stake if we do not accelerate a just , green transition for all .
@nebriefing.bsky.social 🇬🇧
@nebriefing.bsky.social 🇬🇧
November 13, 2025 at 10:47 AM
We're pleased to be supporting landmark National Emergency Briefing on the climate and nature
crisis on Nov 27.
Is your MP attending? This is the official-style briefing our leaders need to hear.
Enter your postcode to find out: www.nebriefing.org
#climate #nature
crisis on Nov 27.
Is your MP attending? This is the official-style briefing our leaders need to hear.
Enter your postcode to find out: www.nebriefing.org
#climate #nature
We're thrilled to announce that the first of our new biology books 'Your Expert Guide: The Human Body for Young Scientists' is now available to buy!
Buy your copy today: geni.us/ExpertGuideB...
#Biology #STEM #KS2 #STEMResources
@hachettechildrens.bsky.social
Buy your copy today: geni.us/ExpertGuideB...
#Biology #STEM #KS2 #STEMResources
@hachettechildrens.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 9:40 AM
We're thrilled to announce that the first of our new biology books 'Your Expert Guide: The Human Body for Young Scientists' is now available to buy!
Buy your copy today: geni.us/ExpertGuideB...
#Biology #STEM #KS2 #STEMResources
@hachettechildrens.bsky.social
Buy your copy today: geni.us/ExpertGuideB...
#Biology #STEM #KS2 #STEMResources
@hachettechildrens.bsky.social
There's less than 2 weeks to submit your STEM for BRITAIN poster competition entry!
Early career researcher finalists will have the opportunity to present their research in the UK Parliament.
📆 Applications close Mon 24 Nov
Find out more: stemforbritain.org.uk
#SciComm #ECR
Early career researcher finalists will have the opportunity to present their research in the UK Parliament.
📆 Applications close Mon 24 Nov
Find out more: stemforbritain.org.uk
#SciComm #ECR
November 12, 2025 at 8:52 AM
There's less than 2 weeks to submit your STEM for BRITAIN poster competition entry!
Early career researcher finalists will have the opportunity to present their research in the UK Parliament.
📆 Applications close Mon 24 Nov
Find out more: stemforbritain.org.uk
#SciComm #ECR
Early career researcher finalists will have the opportunity to present their research in the UK Parliament.
📆 Applications close Mon 24 Nov
Find out more: stemforbritain.org.uk
#SciComm #ECR
Reposted by Royal Society of Biology
Booking is now open for the 2026 QP Symposium, Hosted by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society,
Royal Society of Biology and Royal Society of Chemistry
Tuesday 12 May 2026, 9am - 5pm
Leonardo Royal London St Paul's, London
Book your place: https://ow.ly/Gm0850XkPEM
Royal Society of Biology and Royal Society of Chemistry
Tuesday 12 May 2026, 9am - 5pm
Leonardo Royal London St Paul's, London
Book your place: https://ow.ly/Gm0850XkPEM
November 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Booking is now open for the 2026 QP Symposium, Hosted by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society,
Royal Society of Biology and Royal Society of Chemistry
Tuesday 12 May 2026, 9am - 5pm
Leonardo Royal London St Paul's, London
Book your place: https://ow.ly/Gm0850XkPEM
Royal Society of Biology and Royal Society of Chemistry
Tuesday 12 May 2026, 9am - 5pm
Leonardo Royal London St Paul's, London
Book your place: https://ow.ly/Gm0850XkPEM
Working in plant health and want showcase your achievements? Then why not apply for our new Plant Health Professional Development Award!
Visit the award webpage to find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health...
#PlantHealth
Visit the award webpage to find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health...
#PlantHealth
November 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Working in plant health and want showcase your achievements? Then why not apply for our new Plant Health Professional Development Award!
Visit the award webpage to find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health...
#PlantHealth
Visit the award webpage to find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/plant-health...
#PlantHealth
There's only two days left to take part in our #BioCraft Competition!
Combine art and science by creating a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled or other materials!
Have a look at previous winners for some inspiration 👇
Closing date Weds 12 Nov
Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com...
Combine art and science by creating a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled or other materials!
Have a look at previous winners for some inspiration 👇
Closing date Weds 12 Nov
Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com...
November 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
There's only two days left to take part in our #BioCraft Competition!
Combine art and science by creating a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled or other materials!
Have a look at previous winners for some inspiration 👇
Closing date Weds 12 Nov
Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com...
Combine art and science by creating a biology-inspired 3D artwork from recycled or other materials!
Have a look at previous winners for some inspiration 👇
Closing date Weds 12 Nov
Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/biocraft-com...
RSB members! Don't miss our December member-exclusive webinar 'Photosynthesis in action: sparing & sharing land use for renewable energy' with Professor Elinor Thompson FRSB & Martyn Rush.
📆 Weds 17 Dec, 15:00-16:00, online
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#LandUse #RenewableEnergy
📆 Weds 17 Dec, 15:00-16:00, online
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#LandUse #RenewableEnergy
November 7, 2025 at 9:01 AM
RSB members! Don't miss our December member-exclusive webinar 'Photosynthesis in action: sparing & sharing land use for renewable energy' with Professor Elinor Thompson FRSB & Martyn Rush.
📆 Weds 17 Dec, 15:00-16:00, online
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#LandUse #RenewableEnergy
📆 Weds 17 Dec, 15:00-16:00, online
Find out more: my.rsb.org.uk/item.php?eve...
#LandUse #RenewableEnergy
In the latest issue of the Journal of Biological Education, Dr Edith Dempster’s Editorial reflects on the implications for biology as a discipline when students are introduced to the subject without countering anthropocentric ideas.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Anthropocentrism in biology teaching and learning
Published in Journal of Biological Education (Vol. 59, No. 5, 2025)
www.tandfonline.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM
In the latest issue of the Journal of Biological Education, Dr Edith Dempster’s Editorial reflects on the implications for biology as a discipline when students are introduced to the subject without countering anthropocentric ideas.
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Next in our A-Z of the Biosciences video series we have @adamhartscience.bsky.social. Learn about his work as a flying ant researcher & what a typical day looks like.
Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zoio...
#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll
Supported by BBSRC
Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zoio...
#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll
Supported by BBSRC
November 6, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Next in our A-Z of the Biosciences video series we have @adamhartscience.bsky.social. Learn about his work as a flying ant researcher & what a typical day looks like.
Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zoio...
#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll
Supported by BBSRC
Watch the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zoio...
#BiologyCareers #ScienceCareers #BiosciencesForAll
Supported by BBSRC