#BrumSciCommA collaborative space for creatives, scientists and science communicators around the Midlands to share news, upcoming events and thoughts on outreach and public engagement activities.
On behalf of the European Commission, Ars Electronica in collaboration with BOZAR and Waag Society issues an open call for entries to a competition that determines the second recipients of STARTS, prestigious and—with two €20,000 prizes—highly endowed awards. Expressly encouraged are innovative projects at the interface of science, technology and art. Science, Technology and Arts […]
The Ecological Society of America (ESA) has a resource guide to get scientists started on communicating their work. They also launched a formal communication section to their website on the back of this, which can be found here. By asking folks to think like journalists, and leverage multimedia, they were better able to find the sweet spot […]
Grants of up to £1,000 are available from the Society for Endocrinology for engagement initiatives about hormones. Further info on their website If you’re a public engagement professional who is interested in applying, please contact them by Thurs 23 Feb so that we can put you in touch with one of their members to maximise […]
BBC Science are looking for health experts who can explain research onscreen to a general audience. They are also looking for health stories that showcase new techniques or diagnostic tools, breakthrough medicine, new findings, or new research that can shape health advice for the public. They are keen to find institutions or researchers that might like […]
Each year the Biochemical Society looks to identify and celebrate outstanding science communicators with their annual Science Communication Competition. This is open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students and is your opportunity to showcase your SciComm talents. There are two categories; written and video. Your entry must be bioscience themed and aimed at the general […]
An evening of discussion and demonstrations from the mysterious world of real, actual science. Exploring the question: Is it all about pathology? A free event for all (you will want to be over 18 though), on 2nd of March, from 19:00 onwards at the Cuban Rooms in Wolverhampton. Brought to you by new friends Science Shack, […]
BOM launches Genecraft: Art in the Biogenetic Age from 22 February, showcasing collaborations between artists and scientists making responses to landmark genetic research taking place in Birmingham. The exhibition forms part of a wider programme at BOM presenting art at the frontiers of science, and has sparked widespread interest with Broadcaster and Professor Alice Roberts […]
The call for Science Stall applications for Einstein’s Garden at the Green Man Festival 2017 is now open. Please do circulate with organisations or groups you think may be interested. If you would like to apply to run a science stall in Einstein’s Garden this year please complete the online form here by Friday 24th […]
Medical Mavericks are looking for at least one full time role as well as being on the look out for anyone that fancies some freelance work. The roles involve travelling around the UK to deliver our medical and sports science themed workshops to primary & secondary school, colleges, universities as well as visiting events for […]
The BBC is looking for female experts in a variety of subjects including STEM, health, law, terrorism, politics and economics. Training for successful applicants is on 31st March in London. Closing date for applications is 26th Feb. Info here http://www.bbc.co.uk/academy/news/article/art20170127102127476 via The Academic Ideas Lab http://www.academicideaslab.co.uk – 0121 6033980 – @ideaslabproject
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