01 July 2020
A new thermoplastic biomaterial, which is tough and strong but also easy to process and shape has been developed by researchers at the University of Birmingham.
24 June 2020
A project that uses real-world research to bring chemistry to life for school students has been recognised with a national award from the Royal Society of Chemistry.
24 June 2020
Two scientists from the University of Birmingham have been recognised with prestigious awards from the Royal Society of Chemistry.
16 June 2020
Tower block games such as Jenga can be used to explain to schoolchildren how lithium-ion batteries work, meeting an educational need to better understand a power source that has become vital to everyday life.
22 May 2020
Yvonne Baker, Birmingham graduate and Chief Executive of STEM Learning delivered the 2020 EPS Distinguished Lecture. Best known for creating STEM Ambassadors, she is passionate about STEM education opportunities for all.
20 May 2020
It is with great sadness that the University of Birmingham has learned of the death of our much-loved friend and former colleague Dr Colin Patrick, aged 90.
11 May 2020
This term saw SATNAV branching out as a society, hosting a joint event with ChemSoc and interviewing the Chief Executive of STEM Learning, Yvonne Baker.
11 May 2020
This year has been fantastic for WISE! We held our very first collaborative event with oSTEM and BEaMS, continued our WISE Inspire! series, expanded our award-winning outreach scheme and collaborated more than ever.
05 May 2020
After ending 2019 with a bang, BEaMS reached new heights in their events – from hosting a joint games night with BEMA to holding a networking dinner with the Careers Network! Their Outreach Officer Gloria tells us more.
01 May 2020
With events galore and not one but two conferences, it's been a mammoth term for oSTEM! Chair Molly Service tells us more.
29 April 2020
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can provide an effective way of supporting the development of the next generation of high-performance rechargeable batteries, according to research led by the University of Birmingham.
27 April 2020
One of the University's newest societies, Plastic-Free UoB's aim is to spread awareness about the dangers of single-use plastic in our environment. Co-Founders Harriet and Sarah tell us what they're all about.