British Science Week

What does a marshmallow look like in space? Science Minister Chris Skidmore finds out in British Science Week

Posted by: Chris Skidmore, Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, Posted on: 22 March 2019 - Categories: AI and data, Future of mobility, Good work, Grand Challenges, Ideas, People, Places

Celebrating the achievements and investments of STEM, Science Minister Chris Skidmore writes about his championing of his brief during the 25th annual British Science Week.

We're a global leader in AI, but we must listen to society’s concerns

Posted by: Professor Jim Al-Khalili OBE FRS, President of the British Science Association, Posted on: 18 March 2019 - Categories: AI and data, Good work, Grand Challenges, Ideas, People

There have been huge societal and technological advances since British Science Week launched 25 years ago. Professor Jim Al-Khalili OBE FRS explains how the UK is now a global leader in AI.

A career in science is now a dream jobs for girls

Posted by: Max Jennings, founder of Hoop, Posted on: 14 March 2019 - Categories: Good work, Grand Challenges, Ideas, People

More girls are aspiring to be scientists than ever - so much so that it has now entered the top 10 dream careers for girls today. Max Jennings from Hoop explains how more girls can be persuaded to study STEM subjects.