The Royal Society of Biology’s annual BioArtAttack competition received a record 362 entries this year, which included digital art, models and paintings.
More than 150 RSB members joined Katherine Fletcher MP, a member of the House of Commons Science and Technology Select Committee, to discuss how scientists can engage with parliament and Government policy-making.
The 2021 New Year’s Honours List recognises members and Fellows of the RSB for their biosciences and community work.
In 2021 The Biologist will return to a quarterly print magazine, with more content published online between editions, allowing the RSB to publish more responsive content and reduce the environmental impact of its publishing activities.
Daniel Davis FRSB, professor of immunology at The University of Manchester, has been named the new chair of The Biologist editorial board.
Dr Mark Downs CBiol FRSB, chief executive of the RSB, has joined the board of trustees for the Campaign for Science and Engineering (CaSE).
The latest virtual ‘Policy Lates’ event held by the RSB explored the vital role of the biosciences in mitigating the effects of global warming.
A range of bioscientists involved in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic have been honoured in the Queen’s Birthday Honours 2020, including members of the SAGE advisory group.
The RSB and ITN Productions have launched a new current-affairs style show in partnership with a number of leading bioscience organisations.
The RSB has announced the recipient of the first ever Apprentice of the Year Award, in recognition of outstanding individuals and the contributions apprentices make to the workforce.