Royal Society of Biology

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The Royal Society of Biology is the membership organisation for biologists and biology enthusiasts worldwide. www.rsb.org.uk

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Brightly coloured computer programming language. Text says RSB training, introduction to programming for biologists using python, 18 September, online
A hummingbird hovering below pink and purple fuchsia flowers. Overlaid on top of it is a photo of a woman with long black hair. A quote from the photographer says: “I have always loved wildlife photography for its fleeting and special moments, so when I took a trip to Costa Rica with my family, I knew that there could be some very exciting wildlife shots to capture. A huge thanks to RSB for shortlisting me and for the public support in the vote!" Hannah Campaigne, RSB Photographer of the Year 2026
A digital graphic of a computer network. Text says RSB training, artificial intelligence and machine learning, 16 September, online
A neon green pulse line. Text says Have your say, RSB pulse survey: research funding in UK research organisations
A cut out of a drawing of a Bali myna - a white bird with a blue face and legs. Text says BioArtAttack 2026, combining art with science, closes 23 July 2026
A cut out of a badger looking at the camera. Text says Biology Week, from nature to neuroscience: a STEM club talk for schools, 13 October 2026, online
Close up of pipette tips containing green liquid. The text says RSB training, introduction to forensic DNA analysis, 21-22 September 2026, 11:00-14:00, online
Cut out image of lily pads on a bright green background. Text says Biology Week, plant health visit to the Oxford Botanic Garden, 15 October 2026, 10:30-16:00
Hands holding gently leaves from a seedling. Text says apply for a citizen science project grant, applications close on 6 July 2026
A man talking about why he joined the Plant Health Professional Register
A video detailing some of the benefits of being an RSB member
6 different shortlisted images for the Young Photographer of the Year public vote
A neon green pulse line from a heart rate monitor. Text says have your say, RSB pulse survey: research funding in UK research organisations
Text says Francis Crick Institute. • Managing a cell culture support facility: best practices and quality controls (45 CPD points): In person, 22–24 July • Microscopy: multi-dimensional imaging and analysis (150 CPD points): In person, 14–18 September • Mouse colony management: GA strain creation, validation, welfare and breeding (54 CPD points): In person, 28-30 September
A man sitting at a desk with computers on it, typing into a keyboard. Text says RSB training, Introduction to Reproducible Analyses in R, 24 & 25 August, online via Zoom
Microscope image of the nematode C. elegans. Text says RSB training, introduction to C. elegans, 23-24 September, University of Derby
Headshots of a man with short hair wearing glasses and a shirt, and a woman with long brown hair wearing a stripey top. Text says The Biologist, member profiles
Brightly coloured computer programming language. Text says RSB training, introduction to programming for biologists using python, 18 September, online
A cut out of a red and green chameleon on a branch. Text says Biology Week 8-18 October 2026
Four photos of colourful wildlife - an elephant hawk-moth, a hummingbird, a kingfisher and a monkey and her baby. Text says Photographer of the Year shortlist
A man looks at a book about plants with two students in a greenhouse full of plants
Graphic showing computer programming language and connections. Text says RSB training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, 16 September, online
Two women and a man stand in front of pull up banners at Parliamentary Links Day
A person standing in a reedbed looking through binoculars, wearing a red backpack, puffer jacket and a cap. Text says apply for a citizen science project grant, applications close on 6 July 2026
Three human figures made up of small dots of green light. One is the whole body, one reveals half a skeleton under the body, and one is just a skeleton. Text says Seeing the light
A colourful flower meadow. Text says Biology Week, spelling bee 2026
Looking up towards a forest canopy. Text says plant health series, summer conference 2026, 25 June, 10:00-15:45, online
Close up of green liquid in the bottom of pipettes. Text says RSB training, Introduction to Forensic DNA Analysis, 21-22 September 2026, 11:00-14:00, online
A computer drawing of a network of lines forming a tree. Text says AI won't fix a broken system
Three cartoon gophers dressed in white lab coats. Cartoon text behind them, in a cartoon explosion, says Gopher Science Lab
A 3D image of a clear strand of DNA surrounded by other molecules. Text says RSB training, an introduction to CryoEM, Tuesday 7 July, 9:30-16:30, The University of Leicester
The cover of the latest issue of the Journal of Biological Education featuring purple flowers
Close up of cells in a plant. Text says join our team! Science Policy Assistant, apply by 12 June. Salary: £26,382 - £31,179 (FTE); Hours: Part time (28 hours per week); location: home based and London
Ten pictures showing signs of spring including a bumblebee on a pink flower, a ladybird on a leaf, and a dragonfly on a hand, with the hashtag #SignsOfSpring
A dark image of an underwater drone lighting up part of the ocean floor. Text says mapping earth's final frontier
Cut out of a drawing of a bali myna, a white bird with a crest, blue face and blue legs. Text says BioArtAttack 2026, combining art with science, closes 23 July 2026
Two hands either side of a round image of a computer generated image of a crystal ball containing a human head and DNA strand that look like they're made out of computer language. Text says the new era of predictive biology
Three hands gently holding leaves. Text says apply for a citizen science project grant, applications close on 6 July 2026
Close up of green plant material in test tubes. Text says exclusive member lecture, a manifesto for plant science education: with Dr Andrea Paterlini, wednesday 10 June, 10:00-11:00, Zoom
Blurred picture of dew on grass. Text says thank you to all of our volunteers!
Cut out of a woman in a white lab coat holding a pipette. Text says Why did you apply for the RSB’s Apprentice of the Year? “I applied for the RSB’s Apprentice of the Year award after discussing it with my colleagues, who highly encouraged me to apply. I also felt that throughout my apprenticeship, I had tried to go above and beyond, through opportunities such as volunteering at the London Science Museum and hosting the Pipetting Olympics event for visitors and students.” Tamara Martinez AMRSB
A person sitting at a desk typing into a computer. Text says RSB training, Introduction to Reproducible Analyses in R, 24 & 25 August, online via Zoom
Vivid mix of colours made from microbes. Text says The Biologist, Dasha Plesen - 'mould queen'
Computer graphic of glowing strand of DNA. Text says RSB training, Pyrosequencing: A Tool for Epigenetics Studies, 24 June, 10:00-13:00, online
Looking up at a green tree canopy. Text says Plant Health Series, Summer Conference 2026, 25 June, 10:00-15:45, online
Computer graphic of data transfer. Text says RSB training, artificial intelligence and machine learning, 16 September, online
The cover of the latest issue of The Biologist magazine featuring a tree
A green seedling growing in seemingly black soil. Text says The Biologist, regrowing plant science
Headshot of Sarah Carroll. Text says "Working through the PHPR application gave me a chance to improve my knowledge of the plant health system and to gain a greater appreciation of how my role as a diagnostician fits into the wider context of plant health." Dr Sarah Carroll PHP
Dame Melanie Welham a woman with short grey hair and glasses. Text says New RSB President: Professor Dame Melanie Welham
A lecture theatre full of people taken from the back. On the screen it says RSB Annual General Meeting 2026
Headshot of Rhys Bown. Text says "I applied for the PHPR to formally recognise my experience and demonstrate my commitment to maintaining high standards within the sector. For anyone considering applying, I’d definitely recommend it - it’s a great way to build credibility and take stock of your skills and experience." Rhys Bown PHP AMRSB
A yellow heart with leaves growing on it. Text says Nature can help you feel calm, connected, and more present. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. The words calm and present are underlined
A man, Jeremy Pritchard, sitting in front of a monstera plant, talking about the Plant Health Professionals Register.
A clear 3D representation of a DNA strand. Text says RSB training, An introduction to CryoEM, Tuesday 7 July, 9:30-16:30, The University of Leicester
A hand holding a seedling surrounded by soil. Text says National Plant Health Week 11-17 May 2026
Looking up to a green tree canopy. Text says Plant Health Series, summer conference 2026, 23 June 10:00-15:45, online