🗓️ Save the dates! Our Autumn calendar of events will begin on Wednesday 7th October 2026 with an evening discussion @royalsociety.org. Another will follow on Wednesday 11th November at Harwell Science Campus — topics and speakers to be announced soon. lnkd.in/eeDQ3jQX #FSTEvents
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Most of the AI act’s rules have now come into force. The EU's #AI act is the world's first law on artificial intelligence. The act aims to ensure that AI systems are safe, ethical and trustworthy. Read more → link.europa.eu/rJWXFh
🛰️ How can satellite technology help us solve some of the big issues on Earth? From climate change mitigation to cancer treatments, the possibilities are far-reaching. Listen again to our podcast episode on this and more: lnkd.in/eqRfBwus
The internet connects us to people, ideas and information – but it can also leave us overwhelmed, misled and endlessly scrolling. Our latest film, made in partnership with BBC Ideas, asks what changed and how we can build a better digital future. Watch here: www.bbc.co.uk/videos/c0qv0...
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75% of the world is online, and in many ways it makes all our lives better. But faced with AI slop, misinformation and toxicity, many people are asking: Is there a better way?
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Delighted to chat with Hannah Russell, CEO @britsciassoc.bsky.social about the 2026 Public Attitudes to Science survey, representation in STEM, trust in science, what young people are saying, and more! 🎧 Listen now: lnkd.in/etwsYPri #FSTpodcast
In the interest of making our free, monthly discussion events more inclusive, we have a small fund to support access to in-person events for those with disabilities, childcare needs, or other financial needs. Find out more about The Silman Fund: lnkd.in/ehTmivkq #FSTEvents
It was fantastic to chat to Dr Sameh ElBadry, Policy Projects Co-ordinator @senseaboutsci.bsky.social about evidence, how it is used in Parliament, and how they involve the public. 🎧 Listen now: lnkd.in/e5HbDncB
New podcast episode out today! We chat to long-term policy advisor, CEO and investor, Saul Klein about the UK's innovation ecosystem, his career and in particular, how he advises the government on supporting companies to scale up. 🎧 Listen here: lnkd.in/e-QTn29m
Our Foundation Future Leaders are halfway through their year of exploration, networking, and learning. Several day trips are upcoming, including Harwell and @rollsroycegroup.bsky.social in the Autumn. Find out who is part of the 2026 cohort: lnkd.in/eETXdBYW
It's the end of #NetZeroAwarenessWeek. As we try to stay cool during this year's second heatwave, let's revisit a podcast episode we did with Dr Jing Zhao. She helped us to explore low-carbon living and the barriers that we face in the UK. 🎧 lnkd.in/eH_Sinya
Fantastic FST event yesterday on Science Diplomacy with @senseaboutsci.bsky.social. Delighted to support the launch of the 'Science Diplomacy: sovereignty, strategy and the global race' report published by SITSC. #FSTEvents 📺https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4hVB87awTc&t=662s
FST - Science Diplomacy: Can we help the world align through science?
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Professor Charlotte Watts @wellcometrust.bsky.social says that the UK’s science collaboration culture is very powerful. Our behind the scenes skill sets such as CSAs in each department are a strength that we can use in science diplomacy opportunities. #FSTEvents
Professor Sir Peter Knight @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social discusses the role of UK quantum technologies in international collaboration and reflects on how the U.K. can turn its brilliant science into economic advantages. #FSTEvents
Our next panellist Emily Darlington MP says that the UK needs to think about our soft strengths such as standards. She argues that our long term, preventative work is a real strength and that the science diplomacy report sits with government to help take the case to the world stage. #FSTEvents
Our next pannelist @georgefreemanmp.bsky.social says that the global race is intensifying. Science in Britain is trusted world over so we need to think more strategically, set the right test beds here and present a strong case for further collaboration. #FSTEvents
Our Science Diplomacy discussion begins with an opening talk from Dame @chionwurah.bsky.social MP who gives the audience an insight into a recent Science, Innovation and Technology Committee Inquiry report on the matter. They are calling on Gov to develop a science diplomacy strategy. #FSTEvents
🏃♀️ We are delighted to announce that The Foundation has been allocated a ballot place at next year's #LondonMarathon! Help us foster conversation on some of the most important STEM-related issues of our time, and apply for a 2027 running spot. bit.ly/FSTLondonMar...
Tonight! We are looking forward to welcoming guests and speakers to our sold-out 'Science Diplomacy' discussion later today @houseofcommons.parliament.uk. 🔔 Attending in person? Please bring ID and a copy of your formal invitation lnkd.in/evwuZe32 #FSTEvents
How can the wider scientific community provide meaningful allyship to LGBTQ+ colleagues? We could not think of a better person to chat to than Professor Tyler Kelly, Co-Chair @lgbtqstem.bsky.social and Prof of Pure Mathematics @qmucu.bsky.social. 🏳️🌈Listen now: lnkd.in/eGbK8QJ7 #FSTPodcast #Pride
Although our next discussion event on Science Diplomacy at the House of Commons is sold out, you can still join us online! On Tues 7th July, our expert panel will explore how science can be used as a tool to help strengthen relations between nations. Join free: lnkd.in/evwuZe32 #FSTEvents
FST Foundation Future Leader Dr John Tredinnick Rowe delves into dental education and asks what can be done to balance incoming change with the need to produce safe clinical practitioners? 📚 Read more: lnkd.in/e7yhhNzq #FSTBlog
In turbulent geopolitical times, could science help the world align? Join us online for our sold-out July discussion event on Science Diplomacy. foundation.org.uk/Events #FSTEvents
Did you miss our 'in conversation' discussion with Prof Sir Ian Chapman @ukri.org and Lord David Willetts on Tuesday evening at The Royal Society? Watch the conversation and Q&A that followed here. 📺 www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5vO... #FSTEvents
FST In Conversation with Professor Sir Ian Chapman CEO UKRI
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In a recent FST journal article by Dr @traceyelliott.bsky.social, "A Privilege to know, a duty to act", Dr Elliot says that scientists should be more proactive in challenging power. 🌍 Read on: lnkd.in/geZyqMFr #WorldEnvironmentDay, #CleanAirDay #WorldRainforestDay
Our 'In Conversation' evening with Professor Sir Ian Chapman @ukri.org and Lord David Willetts is underway with a full house @royalsociety.org. Sir Chapman talks through his strategy, vision, and reasoning behind some of the big decisions his team has taken recently. #FSTEvents
🔔 Tonight! Join us in the Kohn Centre at The Royal Society for an 'In Conversation' evening with Prof Sir Ian Chapman and the Rt Hon the Lord David Willetts. Registration opens at 5.30pm with the event itself starting at 6pm. lnkd.in/eVHFsC-c
📢 In-Person places for tomorrow's 'In Conversation' evening with Prof Sir Ian Chapman and the July 7th event on Science Diplomacy are now sold out! Free online places are still available. A waiting list is also in operation for those keen to be in the room. Secure your place here: lnkd.in/d2eYwDN
🔊 Join us on Tuesday 16th June for an 'In Conversation' evening with Prof Sir Ian Chapman, CEO @ukri.org. He will explore his current vision for UKRI, its priorities, and the future. In-person places are limited and going quickly! www.foundation.org.uk/Events/2026/... #FSTEvents
🎙️ What is AI for science? In this week's podcast, we talk to Liz Wainwright @edinburghuni.bsky.social about applying AI to scientific problems and the potential impacts on climate research, healthcare, and more. 🎧 Listen now: lnkd.in/e9f4NFg2 #LondonTechWeek
In April, we convened a panel of experts @royalsociety.org to discuss the future of the space industry in the UK. In this blog, Nic Conner of Parisi uses AI-powered public insights technology to explore how the space industry is currently discussed in the public arena. 📚 Read on: lnkd.in/eV7G3w7d