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STEM Club Spotlight: Jet-Sing Lee teaches Nanotechnology at Maghull High School
November 08th 2016

STEM Club Spotlight: Jet-Sing Lee teaches Nanotechnology at Maghull High School

Jet-Sing Lee is a Materials Chemistry PhD student from the Professor Andrew I. Cooper Group at the Department of Chemistry, …

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The Hour of Code: New activities!
November 08th 2016

The Hour of Code: New activities!

LATEST: Live launch of the Global #HourOfCode with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau With the UK Hour of Code, Code.org …

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All About STEM & The Big Bang North West: Join our social media community!
November 07th 2016

All About STEM & The Big Bang North West: Join our social media community!

If you are one of our followers, you’ll probably know that we we’ve ‘trended’ on Twitter numerous times… and that’s …

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STEM Learning: FREE Resource eLibrary
November 07th 2016

STEM Learning: FREE Resource eLibrary

This incredible resource collection from STEM Learning is free to use, quality assured and can be filtered by age, subject …

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British Biology Olympiad: Registration Open
November 06th 2016

British Biology Olympiad: Registration Open

The British Biology Olympiad (BBO) is now open for teachers to register their 16–19 year old biology students. Your students …

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Nominate: School Biology Teacher of the Year Award
November 06th 2016

Nominate: School Biology Teacher of the Year Award

Do you know an amazing teacher of biology who deserves recognition? Why not nominate them for an award to recognise …

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Gopher Science Lab Grants: Apply Now!
November 06th 2016

Gopher Science Lab Grants: Apply Now!

Gopher Science Lab supports students’ transition from primary to secondary school with peer to peer learning across age groups. Secondary …

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STEM Ambassador John Dunning: My first event…
November 04th 2016

STEM Ambassador John Dunning: My first event…

John Dunning is a HV Contracts Manager at Quartzelec Ltd. He wanted to share his knowledge, give back and help …

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Take part in Tomorrow’s Engineers Week!
November 04th 2016

Take part in Tomorrow’s Engineers Week!

Tomorrow’s Engineers Week shines a spotlight on engineers and engineering careers. It is an opportunity to highlight to young people …

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All About STEM & Unilever create a BrightFuture for the next generation!
November 04th 2016

All About STEM & Unilever create a BrightFuture for the next generation!

On the 2nd and 3rd of November 2016, All About STEM facilitated a two day event for regional schools to …

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University of Chester: Materials for the 21st Century Lecture
November 01st 2016

University of Chester: Materials for the 21st Century Lecture

Year 7 – 13 students can enjoy this miraculous materials talk from Mark Miodownik! Mark Miodownik reveals the amazing stories …

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Science and Technology Facilities Council: Work Experience Opportunities
November 01st 2016

Science and Technology Facilities Council: Work Experience Opportunities

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is one of Europe’s largest research organisations supporting scientists and engineers world-wide. The …

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CREST: FREE STEM Inspirational Ideas Booklet
November 01st 2016

CREST: FREE STEM Inspirational Ideas Booklet

CREST is turning 30, and to celebrate they have released a brand new resource booklet entitled ’30 Inspirational Ideas’. Available to …

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British Science Association: Science Week Funding
November 01st 2016

British Science Association: Science Week Funding

Kick Start your British Science Week 2017 with a grant of up to £700 for schools in challenging circumstances. You …

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The Talent 2030 National Engineering Competition for Girls
November 01st 2016

The Talent 2030 National Engineering Competition for Girls

For the fifth time the National Centre for Universities and Business (NCUB) is running the Talent 2030 National Engineering Competition …

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All About STEM attends The Big Bang @ Parliament!
November 01st 2016

All About STEM attends The Big Bang @ Parliament!

On the 31st of October 2016, All About STEM’s Managing Director Michelle Dow attended The Big Bang @ Parliament. Invited by …

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European Astro Pi Challenge: Code your experiment!
October 31st 2016

European Astro Pi Challenge: Code your experiment!

ESA astronaut Thomas Pesquet has the pleasure to announce a new challenge for all students under the age of sixteen. …

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Free Online CPD Course: Differentiating for Learning in STEM Teaching
October 31st 2016

Free Online CPD Course: Differentiating for Learning in STEM Teaching

When it comes to teaching in the classroom one size does not fit all. This free online course – designed …

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Science4Society Week: New website & competition!
October 31st 2016

Science4Society Week: New website & competition!

We are excited to announce that Science4Society Week has a new website and a fantastic competition! Science4Society Week is a …

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Schools: Celebrate World Toilet Day with WaterAid!
October 31st 2016

Schools: Celebrate World Toilet Day with WaterAid!

WaterAid can’t get enough of toilets and it’s no joke. They’re always looking for a chance to talk about them …

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All About STEM: BBC Newsround – BLOODHOUND and British Army engineer success for the future STEM generation
October 23rd 2016

All About STEM: BBC Newsround – BLOODHOUND and British Army engineer success for the future STEM generation

Students from the North Liverpool Academy and Four Oaks Primary School joined forces to use their science and engineering skills …

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Big Bang North West: MNCO Mini Big Bangs inspire all!
October 21st 2016

Big Bang North West: MNCO Mini Big Bangs inspire all!

The Big Bang North West facilitated two more of their sensational Mini Big Bangs on the 19th and 20th of October …

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Big Bang North West: Big Bang Barrow – Booms, Buzzes and Bots!
October 21st 2016

Big Bang North West: Big Bang Barrow – Booms, Buzzes and Bots!

“An absolutely amazing two-days at Big Bang Barrow!” More than 1,200 primary, secondary and further education students attended the South …

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EXTENDED DEADLINE! FREE ROCKET CAR KITS & AMAZING PRIZES – BBC Micro:bit Model Rocket Car Competition
October 18th 2016

EXTENDED DEADLINE! FREE ROCKET CAR KITS & AMAZING PRIZES – BBC Micro:bit Model Rocket Car Competition

Race for the line and win a trip to South Africa with the BBC Micro:bit Model Rocket Car Competition. Register …

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Brownies! Take part in Destination Space!
October 17th 2016

Brownies! Take part in Destination Space!

World Museum has joined forces with the UK and European Space Agencies to run a fantastic education programme celebrating British …

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