Biology Week 2022

Running from 1st-9th October, Biology Week showcases the important and amazing world of the biosciences, getting everyone from children to professional biologists involved in fun and interesting life science activities.

@RoyalSocBio

World Space Week

World Space Week is an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition. The United Nations General Assembly declared in 1999 that World Space Week will be held each year from October 4-10.

@WorldSpaceWeek, @WSW_UK

European Cyber Security Month

ECSM is the EU’s annual advocacy campaign that takes place in October and aims to raise awareness of cyber security threats, promote cyber security among citizens and provide up to date security information, through education and sharing of good practices.

@CyberSecMonth, #CyberSecMonth

Fusion Energy: How to Build a Star in a Doughnut

Fusion energy engineers are trying to build a star in a doughnut that can power the world. Learn all about the world of fusion energy research and what the future of energy will look like.

Leah Morgan is a project engineer and science communicator working in fusion energy research at the UK Atomic Energy Authority. She makes science and engineering videos on her YouTube channel Leah Love Science and gives talks all about the energy of the future!

@LeahLoveScience

GE Aviation is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Whether they’re manufacturing components for their GE9X engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, the GE Aviation teams are dedicated to moving the aerospace industry forward.

@GEAviation

IASME work alongside a network of over 250 Certification Bodies across the UK and Crown Dependencies to help certify organisations of all sizes in both cyber security and counter fraud. IASME is committed to helping businesses improve their cyber security, risk management and good governance through an effective and accessible range of certifications. Find out more about being cyber secure at home and what careers there are in cyber now and in the future.

@iasme1

Institute of Physics (IoP) is a leading scientific society; a charitable organisation with a worldwide membership of more than 50,000, working together to advance physics education, research and application.

@IOPMidlands, PhysicsNews

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is a professional membership body that promotes and advances civil engineering around the globe. They lead the infrastructure debate to create a more sustainable future and ensure high standards through awarding professional qualifications.

@ICE_engineers

Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET) has for over 140 years been inspiring, informing and influencing the global engineering community; supporting technology innovation to meet the needs of society.

@TheIET

Institution of Mechanical Engineers works with leading companies, universities, and think tanks to create and share knowledge, fresh thinking and authoritative guidance on all aspects of mechanical engineering.

@IMechE, @IMechE_Worcs 

Malvern Panalytical make scientific instruments and services that make the invisible visible. Their technologies enable their customers to create a better world. Improving everything from the energies that power us and the materials we build with, to the medicines that cure us and the foods we enjoy.

@newsfrom_MP

The Morgan Motor Company provides a fitting antidote to mass-produced automotive manufacturing, bringing with it an exceptional mix of traditional craftsmanship and appropriate modern technology. Today, Morgan builds around 800 cars per year, each hand crafted using three core elements: ash, aluminium and leather. The model line-up comprises the 3 Wheeler, Plus Four and Plus Six.

@morganmotor

New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) is a new and unique world-class Higher Education Institution based in Hereford. They are currently offering two degree courses, a three-year accelerated Masters’ Degree in Integrated Engineering and a two-year and two month fast track Bachelors' (Hons.) Degree in Integrated Engineering. To help promote engineering skills and careers, NMITE also have a Schools Outreach team.

@nmite_ac

The Neoperl Group helps to protect the environment by saving water and energy. They offer innovative solutions regarding drinking water for the plumbing industry with products that shape the water stream, regulate the flow rate and protect drinking water from contamination. Millions of people use Neoperl products every day – whether or not they are aware of it! 

@neoperlEN

STEM Ambassadors from the monthly family and adult Malvern Hills Raspberry Jam Pi computer club will showcase some Raspberry Pi devices running simple programs displaying "Hello World" to more complex ones controlling LED light displays and other devices.

ROCU - The West Midlands Regional Organised Crime Unit is a collaboration between the police forces of Staffordshire, West Midlands, West Mercia and Warwickshire to fight organised crime across the region. They will be covering a range of topics including what Cyber Crime is and what the penalties of Cyber Crime are, and how to protect yourself from Cyber Crime.

@ROCUWM

STEM Ambassadors use their enthusiasm and commitment to encourage young people to enjoy STEM subjects. They open the doors to a world of opportunities and possibilities which come from pursuing STEM subjects and careers. STEM Ambassadors not only inspire young people, they also support teachers in the classroom by explaining current applications of STEM in industry or research.

@STEMLearningUK, @STEMWorcsUni, @STEMAmbassadors

UBRacing is the University of Birmingham's Formula Student team and a founding partner of the international IMechE competition. This hugely successful project enables students to gain hands-on experience of a real life-engineering task by designing, building and racing a single-seater car from scratch each year. Recently, it merged with UBeRacing and now they aim to jointly build two cars each year: a combustion powered car and an electric car.

@UBRacing

School of Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham will be on hand to explain how engineers have left little clues to how they have played with your food before you get to eat it. By a forensic investigation of the small print on your packaging you too can uncover the secrets they know. Jon Wood will be sharing some tricks!

@ChemEngBham, @jonwoodscience

University of Gloucestershire is a diverse, vibrant community of 12,000 students and 1,500 staff with campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester. During the day, you'll be able to meet and engage with their outreach team from Computing & Engineering and Creative Industries.

@uniofglos

Yamazaki Mazak Corporation are leaders in the manufacture of advanced technology solutions including Multi-Tasking, 5-axis, milling, turning, CNC controls and automation systems. Their advanced machine tools are used to manufacture many of today's complex and critical engineering components.

@MazakEurope