STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths)
Life sciences to have major impact on UK economy by 2025, ABPI says
Life sciences could have one of the biggest impacts on the UK economy by 2025, bringing in an additional £8.5 billion of growth, according to new research. Read more
Why we need a woman in science on the £50 note
Professor Carole Longson, chief scientific officer at the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry discusses the lack of female representation in STEM and why a woman in science is needed on the new £50 note. Read more
North West science centres get millions to inspire new scientists
North West-based science centres have received millions in funding through the Inspiring Science Fund, a joint initiative by Wellcome and the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, to help attract new visitors Read more
The top five tweets: From the Med-Tech Expo to International Women’s Day — what did EPM readers enjoy this week?
Here we count down the top five tweets from @EPM_magazine that have gained the most impressions this week, taken from Twitter analytics. Read more
ABPI launches plan to encourage more young women into STEM careers on International Women's Day
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) has launched a plan to help encourage young scientists to consider a career in STEM. Read more
Balancing act: redefining gender bias in STEM jobs
Sharon Hanly, ALS Pharmaceutical, examines how the gender bias can be redefined in STEM jobs. Read more
ALS Pharma reverses sciences gender bias
ALS Pharmaceuticals has tipped the balance of gender bias in science with female staff making up 80% of its Ely employees Read more
