CENTRE FOR PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

 

As scientists, we're sometimes viewed as another species. I'm on a bit of a mission to break down that stereotype by showing that I'm a human being.

Professor Anthony Hollander
School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine

Get involved

There are many opportunities on offer throughout the year, some of which are listed below.

STEM Ambassadors

Dates: All year round
Inspire young people to learn about and consider careers in science, technology, engineering and maths. You need to commit to visiting at least one school visit per year.
Contact: Claire Dimond at Graphic Science - claire@graphicscience.co.uk
Web: www.graphicscience.co.uk/stem/default.htm

Twilight Talks

Dates: All year round
An ideal opportunity to share your research with a friendly, interested audience over a glass of wine, the Twilight Talks take place in relaxed settings such as The Watershed or The Bristol Folk House. If you are interested in giving a talk and would like to find out more, please get in touch with:
Centre for Public Engagement.
Tel: +44 (0)117 331 8313
Email:cpe-info@bristol.ac.uk
Web: bristol.ac.uk/twilight-talks

Teacher Professional Development - Science Learning Centres

Dates: ongoing
The national network of Science Learning Centres deliver continuing professional development for primary and secondary school teachers across all STEM subjects.  The Science Learning Centre Southwest is based in Bristol, and opportunities to work with them include: taking part in SLC-designed courses either informally (e.g. short presentation to teachers; chatting over lunch) or involvement in planning and delivery of the course; delivering standalone courses on topics relevant to your research; taking part in the Festival of Contemporary Science which communicates cutting-edge research to teachers (January 2011)

Tips for Engaging Teachers (PDF 75KB) is a useful guide to support researchers working with teachers.

Tel: +44 (0)117 915 7257
Email: kate.miller@bristol.ac.uk to discuss your interests, or neil.adams@at-bristol.ac.uk (secondary) or allie.beaumont@at-bristol.ac.uk (primary)
Web: www.sciencelearningcentres.org.uk/centres/south-west

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Dr Tamar Hodos discussing identity with members of the public

Science café discussions

What's going on?

From volunteering at research festivals, inspiring young people through school programmes or joining online discussions, there are many different ways to engage the public with your work. Read the latest opportunities here, in the Engagers' Digest or on our blog. Further information from the NCCPE.

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