Science in Parliament – The Parliamentary and Scientific Committee

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:

The next Discussion Meeting will be held in partnership with the Institution of Chemical Engineers, Tuesday 10th September in the Wilson Room, Portcullis House starting at 5.15pm. More details to follow.

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Our next Discussion Meeting will be held in partnership with the Institution of Chemical Engineers, Tuesday 10th September in the Wilson Room, Portcullis House starting at 5.15pm. More details to follow.

Last Meeting:

Monday 15th April 2024

Discussion Meeting on
‘Industrial Strategy’
held in partnership with the Society of Chemical Industry.

Recent Webinar:

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

The Parliamentary and Scientific Committee, founded in 1939, is a major focus for scientific and technological issues providing a liaison between Parliamentarians and scientific bodies, science-based industry and the academic world.

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science-collaboration — 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

drug-article — 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

800×400-0-0-1-80-Andrew_with_mantle_rock_resized — 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

Untitled-67 — 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-Kenny — 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

Website President Thumbnail – 1 — 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

ucl-9-researchers — 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 world-first diffraction and imaging electron microscope — 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

fraunhofer.x8b8e5f89 — 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

DESI-universe-map-WEB — 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

1920_scientist-hand-blue-gloves-holding-450w-1733834042 — 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

polarised1 — 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

UCL — 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

bio-engineering — Engineering biology inquiry launched
The Government defines engineering biology as the design, scaling and commercialisation of biology-derived products and services that can transform sectors or produce existing products more sustainably.
April 5, 2024/by pscadmin

maths-manifesto — A manifesto for mathematics Unlocking the power of mathematics to benefit society
Mathematics plays a pivotal role in advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and addressing the challenges of our rapidly evolving world.
April 4, 2024/by pscadmin

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NEW CHAIR FOR P&SC

Next Meeting:

Last Meeting:

Recent Webinar:

Faraday Discovery Fellowships: Supporting Emerging Research Leaders

Bristol Study Highlights Risks of Painkiller Misuse

Uncovering Earth’s Secrets: Leeds Researchers Study Mantle Rocks

Liverpool to Host the British Science Festival in 2025

BSAS Welcomes New Presidential Team!

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

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

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

Science in Parliament Spring 2024

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

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

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

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

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

Engineering biology inquiry launched

A manifesto for mathematics Unlocking the power of mathematics to benefit society