P&SC Chair

Sam Carling MP was elected as Chair of the Parliamentary & Scientific Committee APPG on 27th October 2025.
Sam is the Labour MP for North West Cambridgeshire

P&SC Chair

Sam Carling MP was elected as Chair of the Parliamentary & Scientific Committee APPG on 27th October 2025.
Sam is the Labour MP for North West Cambridgeshire

Next Meeting:

Monday 18th May 2026, 5.15pm
(Topic to be confirmed)
In partnership with the Nuffield Council on Bioethics

Monday 18th May 2026, 5.15pm
(Topic to be confirmed)
In partnership with the Nuffield Council on Bioethics

Tuesday 9th June 2026
(Topic to be confirmed)
In partnership with the Physiological Society

Tuesday 30th June 2026
Annual Lunch in the House of Lords

Tuesday 8th September 2026, 5.15pm
(Topic to be confirmed)
In partnership with the Photonics Leadership Group

Tuesday 13th October 2026, 5.15pm
Details to follow

Monday 2nd November 2026, 5.15pm
(Topic to be confirmed)
In partnership with the British Pharmacological Society

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Science in Parliament Spring 2026

April 15, 2026/by pscadmin

Why Asking Better Questions Can Improve AI Chatbot Answers

New research reveals that how you phrase a question to AI can shape the answer you get—offering a simple technique to reduce bias and improve accuracy.
April 14, 2026/by pscadmin

£50m UKRI Safer Streets Programme Targets Knife Crime, VAWG, and Public Trust with AI and Community-Led Innovation

A £50m UKRI initiative will harness AI, community insight, and cutting-edge research to tackle knife crime, violence against women and girls, and rebuild trust in policing across the UK.
April 7, 2026/by pscadmin

Edinburgh Strengthens Global Scientific Collaboration Through Strategic City Partnerships

Edinburgh is deepening its global scientific partnerships, using city-level collaboration to drive innovation, tackle shared challenges, and boost economic and research impact worldwide.
April 7, 2026/by pscadmin

Mersey Maritime Launch Signals New Era for Liverpool’s Maritime Innovation

A new Mersey Maritime initiative from LJMU aims to drive innovation, sustainability, and skills development—positioning Liverpool at the forefront of the UK’s evolving maritime sector.
April 7, 2026/by pscadmin

Transforming Meteorology Training: University of Plymouth and Met Office Respond to a Changing Climate

A new partnership between the University of Plymouth and the Met Office is redefining how meteorologists are trained—preparing a new generation to tackle climate change and extreme weather with cutting-edge tools and real-world expertise.
April 7, 2026/by pscadmin

University of Liverpool Showcases AI-Driven Materials Innovation During UKRI CEO Visit

The University of Liverpool highlights how AI is revolutionising materials science, showcasing breakthroughs in faster discovery and sustainable innovation during a high-profile UKRI visit.
April 4, 2026/by pscadmin

UCL Professor Shortlisted for Prestigious Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction

A UCL professor’s shortlisting for the Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction spotlights the growing influence of academic research in shaping public debate and advancing evidence-based storytelling.
April 2, 2026/by pscadmin

Opening of the Dahdaleh Building Signals a New Era in Heart and Lung Innovation

A groundbreaking new research facility at Imperial College London is set to transform heart and lung medicine through collaboration, innovation, and cutting-edge technology.
March 31, 2026/by pscadmin

Seabirds Inspire Breakthrough in GPS-Free Navigation Technology

Seabirds navigating thousands of miles without GPS are inspiring a new wave of resilient navigation technology, offering solutions to modern vulnerabilities in satellite-based systems.
March 31, 2026/by pscadmin

Professor Karen Steel Honoured with Prestigious Grand Scientific Prize for Hearing Research

Professor Karen Steel receives a major international award for her groundbreaking research into the genetics of hearing loss, marking a significant milestone in auditory science.
March 30, 2026/by pscadmin

Global Experts Convene at Imperial to Tackle Ultra-Processed Food Crisis

Global experts gathered at Imperial College London to confront the rising health risks of ultra-processed foods, calling for urgent policy action and systemic food reform.
March 29, 2026/by pscadmin
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