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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

UPCOMING SKILLS DAY Developing your Leadership for Outreach and Public Engagement Location: Online via Zoom Date: Thursday 8th October 10:00am - 1:00pm (GMT) Cost: £85/90 for non-Members (includes BIG Membership) £50/55 for BIG Members (login before registering) Book: big.uk.com/event-6759326

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Felicity Perry, Helen Featherstone, Lorraine Coghill and David Kent in 'A Career in STEM Communication' panel at #BIGEvent26.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Having fun with clay in our 'Learning with the Outdoors' session by Naomi Foster, Sotiria Boutsi & Sarah Gambell. #BIGEvent26

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Is it even the Best Demo Competition without some sort of costume? #BIGEvent26

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Howie Firth delivering our keynote session on day 2 of the #BIGEvent26.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

LAST CHANCE TO VOTE! Voting for the 2026/2027 BIG Executive Committee closes at midday today! Who will be our next Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and General Officers? Vote at forms.gle/8M3uqYLAJmWB....

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Attendees in the lecture theatre at the National STEM Learning Centre as day 2 gets underway. Later today, the AGM and Best Demo Competition! #BIGEvent26

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Our General Officers Elizabeth and Sophia getting into the STEM-y spirit of things on day 1 of #BIGEvent26.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

TODAY'S THE DAY! We can't wait to welcome you all to the National STEM Learning Centre later today for the start of this year's BIG Event! #BIGEvent26

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

CHECK OUT THE NEW BEST DEMO TROPHY! Many thanks to last year's hosts, The Royal Institution of Great Britain for making this fantastic trophy for the winner of this year's Best Demo Competition. If you're coming to the BIG Event and would like to enter, email event@big.uk.com. #BIGEvent26

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

VOTE FOR OUR NEXT COMMITTEE Read about the candidates who have stepped forward to be our new Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and General Officers and cast your votes to elect our new committee before midday 16 July. forms.gle/4zauagKk6fyu...

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ᴰʳ Khalil Thirlaway @drtalksalot.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

The BIG Event is a great opportunity to learn and share valuable skills in science communication. 🧠 Plus you'll meet all sorts of lovely interesting nerds! 🥰 I'm running workshops on podcasting and game design, check out the link below for more info ⬇️

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

There's just 3 weeks to go, and we have a question. Are you coming to the BIG Event? Join us in person or online for an incredible lineup of sessions, workshops and hands on interactives. 📆 15th - 17th July 📍 National STEM Learning Centre, York 🎟️ Tickets at www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED! We've extended the deadline to nominate yourself for the BIG Committee 28 June. If now isn't the time for you, but you can think of someone else who would make a great contribution to BIG, encourage them to put themself forward. www.big.uk.com/volunteer/

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

BEETLESTONE AWARD WINNER(S!) We are delighted to announce the winners of the 2026 Beetlestone Award are Elin Roberts and David Price. The winners will receive their awards at the BIG Event in York in July. For information on the Beetlestone Award, visit big.uk.com/Beetlestone

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

LAST CHANCE TO JOIN THE BIG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Applications close at midnight on Sunday 21st June. Find out what each role involves at www.big.uk.com/volunteer. Apply at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Jim Carrey as Bruce Almighty: Apply! Apply!

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

JOIN THE BIG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE To find out what roles there are, and the benefits of being on the committee, visit www.big.uk.com/volunteer. To put yourself forward for a role, complete the form below by midnight, end of Sunday 21st June. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

JOSH AWARD 2026 WINNER We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 winner of the Josh Award is Alyssa Siriyan, and her project entitled 'What Remains'. To learn about Alyssa's project, and about what the Josh Award is, head to big.uk.com/Josh.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

1 WEEK UNTIL BEETLESTONE NOMINATIONS CLOSE The Beetlestone Award recognises someone making a significant impact in science communication. Nominations close midnight 24th April. Applications close midnight 1st May. big.uk.com/Beetlestone Please review the new application guidance before applying.

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Beetlestone Award

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Hey, just @samsighs.bsky.social checking in! The BIG Event 2026 is still open for bookings and we'd love to see you there! Time to grab a ticket? www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

LAST CHANCE TO APPLY FOR THE 2026 JOSH AWARD Applications close at 23:59 on Friday 10th April. If you're an early career science communicator, find out what the award is, what is seeks to recognise and how it could help your career at www.big.uk.com/josh

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BIG STEM Communicators Network - The Josh Award

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Last stretch for Early Bird Tickets for the BIG Event! Aren't you glad you zoomed in on that image multiple times?! Secure your tickets now before we move to full price in April, its the cheapest time to get your ticket! big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

A white man and white woman point at a trophy in front of some red seats.

Text reads
"Look at Peter's right ear"
"Look at Kathryn's watch"
"Look at the top of the top middle seat"
"Look at the caption"

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

BEETLESTONE AWARD NOW OPEN! This award seeks to recognise someone who has already made or is clearly creating a significant impact in communicating science. Nominations deadline - midnight, Friday 24th April Applications deadline - midnight, Friday 1st May big.uk.com/Beetlestone/

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Reminder, our bi-annual award for early career science communicators closes for applications on Friday 10th April! Find out what the Josh Award is, who is eligible, what it celebrates and how to apply at big.uk.com/josh.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Pay It Forward Fee ✨ We've introduced an option for you to add a £25 Pay-It-Forward fee to your booking this year, to help provide a 1-day place at the BIG Event for those who might not otherwise be able to attend. Are you someone who could benefit from this scheme. Email event@big.uk.com to chat!

The BIG Event 2026
National STEM Learning Centre
15TH - 17TH JULY 2026

New for 2026!
Pay it Forward Fee
We know that the cost of everything is rising, and budgets are shrinking!

One of the biggest barriers to coming to BIG is the cost of a ticket, and so that’s why we’ve introduced a Pay-It-Forward option.

This is an optional £25 you can add to your booking, and provides a limited number of 1 day places to delegates who otherwise would not be able to attend.

Who is it for?

In short? Anyone, we’re not gonna question your need or reasoning. But we see it as being especially useful for freelancers, early careers science communicators and small businesses with limited budgets.

Are you someone who could benefit from the pay-it-forward scheme? Email our event manager Sam, at event@big.uk.com to chat,

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Did you know, Early Bird registration for BIG is open right now? It's the cheapest time to grab a ticket, before the price rise on 31st March! Don't miss out, and see you in July at the National STEM Learning Centre! big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

Dan Plane of the Ri pointing at Kate, one of our Best Demo entrants, who is holding a broken trolley aloft in triumph.

Text Reads "Us telling you tat BIG Event registration is open!"

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

JOSH AWARD 2026 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! The winner of this national award in science communication and engagement will develop and deliver a new project to run at Science Festivals, Science Discovery Centres, or other outreach events. Full details at big.uk.com/josh/ Deadline 10 April 2026.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

The bursary scheme for the BIG Event 2026 is open! Open to anyone who hasn't been to the BIG Event before, and who is in the first 5 years of their scicomm career! Apply by the 10th March to cover your BIG ticket and contribution to travel costs for York 2026! 👇 big.uk.com/event-6560981

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

BIG Event 2026 Registration is Open Now! Join us at the National STEM Learning Centre 15-17 July for top quality skills sharing, networking and our famous Best Demo competition! Early bird tickets and our bursary scheme are now open, with early bird closing 31 March! www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

BIG Event Registration launches tomorrow! We're so delighted to share that the BIG Event will go on sale tomorrow, with Early Bird tickets, and the Bursary scheme, launching at 10am GMT. This is the cheapest way to attend, so mark your diaries, and book ASAP! www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

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Hana Ayoob @hanaayoob.co.uk · 21/01/2026

There's still time to grab a ticket for the @big-stem-network.bsky.social #LittleEvent26 next week for early career #SciComm folks! Lots of great sessions including an overview of the sector from me & @acescicomm.bsky.social Find the fulll programme online www.big.uk.com/event-6410615

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Hana Ayoob @hanaayoob.co.uk · 21/01/2026

The Little Event was my 1st #SciComm Event back in 2016 when I still wasn't quite sure if it was for me. 10 years & 10 BIG Events later and I've carved out a place for myself in SciComm - including now as Chair of @big-stem-network.bsky.social! Where could #LittleEvent26 take you?

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

✨ Sophia Constantinou at the Little Event 2026 ✨ Now long now until the Little Event, our online intro to scicomm training event! Sophia Constantinou, science communicator and TV researcher, will run a quickfire session on how to build a strong personal brand in science communication.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

✨ Khalil Thirlaway at the Little Event 2026 ✨ Khalil Thirlaway, science communicator and creative producer, will guide an interactive session exploring creative approaches to science communication. 1 of 2

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

FINAL CALL FOR BIG EVENT PROPOSALS Submissions close on 16 Jan at 10pm GMT. To see what has been submitted so far, see our website at www.big.uk.com/sys/website/.... Submit your proposal here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... If you have any questions, contact event@big.uk.com. #BIGEvent26

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Just two weeks until the Little Event 2026, our training session for people who are new to STEM communication We're delighted to share that Sophia Constantinou will be running a session on networking and personal branding. 📆 29/31st Jan 📹 Zoom Book now 👉 www.big.uk.com/event-6410615

A tanned skin women with long black hair and a dark top smiles. White text reads "Sophia Constantinou. Little Event 2026 Speaker."

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Us, checking to see if you've submitted your session proposal yet. Closes on 16th January, don't dilly dally! 🔗 forms.gle/mqEAjRMz87yT...

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

It's not long now until the Little Event 2026, our training session for people who are new to STEM communication It takes place on the 29/31 January via Zoom, and we're so excited to share that @marinemumbles.bsky.social will be one of our speakers! www.youtube.com/watch?v=tl94...

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Track all the Nature you see in 2026! (nature journaling page ideas)

YouTube video by MarineMumbles

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

They're open, and we need YOU (yes, you!) to submit your proposal for the BIG Event! Come join us and loads of others at the National STEM Learning Centre this July! Propose a session now forms.gle/RBW95Z8sEagK...

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

⭐ BIG NEWS ABOUT THE BIG EVENT 2026! ⭐ We are thrilled to announce that BIG will be heading to the fantastic National STEM Learning Centre in York for the BIG Event in 2026 between 15th & 17th July. Tickets go on sale on 29th January, and Session Proposals are open now! forms.gle/i6hNy2FE9ixX...

The BIG Event 2026.

National STEM Learning Centre.
15th - 17thJuly 2026

The skills sharing event for people that work in STEM engagement is back again. Tickets will go on sale on 29th January 2026. With plenty of networking, over 30 sessions to choose from and the return of the Best Demo Competition!

Want to take take part as a session leader? Read on to find out how. Want to find out more, email event@big.uk.com with questions.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

The deadline for Little Event Bursary Applications is soon! Our intro event for those new to scicomm includes a small number of free places, and you can apply now! This event takes place online, and a bursary includes 1 year of BIG membership! Sign up by 23:59 on 4 Dec big.uk.com/event-6410640

An advert for the Little Event.

Our popular introductory event for people new to STEM communication in the UK and around the world. 29th January @ 3pm - 6.30pm GMT. 31st January @ 10am - 2pm GMT.

Members - £50
Non-members - £85

Zoom Event
Captions Available
Breakout Room Activities
Bursaries Available.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

We look forward to hearing from Petra Gudelj at our "LinkedIn Clinic: How to build a professional and organisational presence". There’s still time to book your place at this online event taking place 1 pm – 3 pm Wednesday 3rd December. Book at www.big.uk.com/event-6410654.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

There's still time to join our online LinkedIn Clinic on 3rd December. Book your spot now! www.big.uk.com/event-6410654

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Introducing Sophia Constantinou, Co-Trainer at our upcoming "LinkedIn Clinic: How to build a professional and organisational presence". Sophia is also one of BIG's General Officers! If you'd like to join this skills event, head to www.big.uk.com/event-6410654.

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

BIG EVENT 2026! The 2026 BIG Event will take place Wednesday 15th July - Friday 17th July. SAVE THE DATE! Venue to be announced soon and tickets released in early 2026! #BIGEvent26

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Reminder about our upcoming online skills event, "LinkedIn Clinic: How to build a professional and organisational presence" on 3rd December. Book your spot now! www.big.uk.com/event-6410654

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

LITTLE EVENT TICKETS LIVE 29th & 31st January 2026 BIG's introductory event for early career science communicators is now open for booking! #LittleEvent26 Find out what's in store and book at www.big.uk.com/event-6410615

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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

LinkedIn Clinic: How to build a professional and organisational presence by Petra Gudelj and Sophia Constantinou. 3 December 2025, 1 - 3pm GMT via Zoom More info and book at www.big.uk.com/event-6410654

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