Monthly Archives: October 2011

Scientific Outreach Grants awardees announced

The Biochemical Society today announced the awardees of the Scientific Outreach Grants. The Scientific Outreach Grants support innovative and engaging events or activities for school children, young scientists or the general public. Seven grants were awarded in our Autumn round: Cells, … Continue reading

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Frontiers in biological catalysis

The next Biochemical Society Annual Symposium will take place in Cambridge in 2012. ‘Frontiers in biological catalysis’ will focus on the role of catalysis in key biological processes, highlighting reductionist approaches and their integration. This CPD accredited symposium, the most … Continue reading

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‘Ask for evidence’ campaign earns national press coverage

Chris Kirk, CEO of the Biochemical Society, was quoted today in The Metro newspaper in his support for Sense About Science’s ‘Ask for evidence’ campaign. Speaking about the campaign Chris said says ‘Don’t be fobbed off with “scientists say” or … Continue reading

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FEBS News

Young Scientists Program at IUBMB-FEBS Congress 2012 The 37th FEBS Congress will be a joint meeting with the IUBMB in September 2012 in Sevilla Spain. For the 2012 Congress, a ‘Young Scientists Program’ satellite meeting for 125 young scientists will … Continue reading

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Outreach in Uganda

Mwesigwa Harvey Noah was awarded the prize of “best debater” at a Biochemical Society sponsored outreach event in Uganda. The debates were part of a wider programme which also included guided hands on laboratory work, project presentations and discussions centered around … Continue reading

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