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The GSE Diversity and Inclusivity Action Group (DIAG) works to embed equity, diversity and inclusivity across GSE. The group reports to the GSE Project Board, is volunteer-led and chaired by Evelyn Toalster from the Intellectual Property Office. DIAG is always …
My career journey hasn’t exactly been linear. I’ve worked inside and outside government, as a deep specialist, and in several science policy and non-technical policy roles, despite this I always have, and probably always will, describe myself as a scientist. …
Mary De Silva Deputy, Chief Scientific Adviser and Head of the Science and Engineering Profession (HoSEP) at Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) We know that Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects have a positive impact on the …
Date of Privacy Notice: February 2023 This privacy notice sets out how we will use your personal data, and your rights. It is made under Articles 13 and/or 14 of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). This notice …
What is Earth Observation? Earth Observation (EO) refers to the collection, analysis and presentation of data to better understand our planet. These data are collected by a range of instruments on land, in the sea, in the air, or in …
This blog is authored by Sir Patrick Vallance, Government Chief Scientific Adviser and Head of the GSE Profession. Let me start by addressing the obvious. I am writing as the sponsor of the Ethnic Minority Women’s Forum (EMWF), but …
By Richard Brown, Head of Metrology at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) The International System of Units (SI) is the only system of measurement units accepted worldwide. Its study, curation and development are at the heart of National Metrology Institutes’ …
“Defence Engineers build bridges under enemy fire; Defence Engineers deliver some of the most complex projects there are from computer networks to warships. It requires diverse skills and diverse thinking, drawing talent from all walks of life” – Vice Admiral …
In 2018 the government published the 25 Year Environment Plan, which set out plans to improve the environment in England and ensure that we become the first generation to leave the environment in a better state than we found it. …
Background The STEM Challenge was an outreach competition run by Science & Engineering Fast Streamers for UK schools, with the aim to encourage students to consider Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM) careers or education in the future. We also …