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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

Meet our shortlist for the 2026 Maddox Prize for standing up for science, supported by @royalsociety.org. The award recognises individuals who stand up for science and evidence, despite facing challenges or hostility. Read their stories 👇️ senseaboutscience.org/activities/m...

A graphic naming the eight 2026 shortlistees for the Maddox Prize, along with their headshots.

Alma Cristal Hernández Mondragón, Arna Mitchell, Cédric Lemogne, Cyriac Abby Philips, Mónica Guzmán-Rojo, Sallie Baxendale, Samer Abuzerr and Siddhartha Roy are all named.

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

We're just days away from revealing the shortlist for the 2026 Maddox Prize for standing up for science. While we wait, we're sharing what receiving the award has meant to a select few of our previous winners. The Maddox Prize 2026 is supported by the @royalsociety.org

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Building on this survey alongside literature reviews, roundtables with research leaders, case reviews of public-engagement experiences and more, we're now working on guidance for research leaders and a suite of tools and workbooks to help them navigate the public-engagement arena. Watch this space!

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

The results show that while #trust in scientists in the UK is strong overall – with 63% indicating high trust in scientists in general – this trust is closely shaped by people’s #values, #identity and #politics, showing some of the same patterns of division over science that have emerged in the US.

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Why do some people trust scientists more than others? How can scientists earn and keep that trust? With @policyatkings.bsky.social and @wellcometrust.bsky.social we commissioned a major UK survey to establish the state of trust in science - and learn what researchers can do to build and retain it

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SEBiology @sebiology.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Are you an ECR looking to build confidence in communicating your science? Join @senseaboutsci.bsky.social's free online Standing up for Science Workshop on 11 September, 10:00–13:30 UK time. Free priority places for SEB researchers 👇 www.sebiology.org/resource/boo...

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Oxford Martin School @oxmartinschool.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

What does effective engagement with Parliament look like for researchers? 🤝 In a new blog, Sami Wymes, Programmes Manager for @aigioxfordmartin.bsky.social, reflects on the team’s experience at Evidence Week in Parliament 2026. 🔗Read here: bit.ly/4wDZ2N7 @senseaboutsci.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

✨️ Internship applications are now open! ✨️ We are accepting applications for 2027 internships, which will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Read about Holly's experience as our most recent intern, along with details of how you could do the same 👇️ senseaboutscience.org/activities/l...

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Public-good curators like @wendyjsadler.bsky.social of Cardiff University encourage scientists to communicate their findings so that everyone can understand it. Our guide with @sagepub.com highlights the importance of their work. Download it here 👇 senseaboutscience.org/championing-...

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

🚨 Only 1 week to go! 🚨 Make sure to submit your nominations soon for the 2026 John Maddox Prize, as the entry portal closes at midnight on Sunday 2 August. The 2026 John Maddox Prize is supported by the @royalsociety.org Finalise your entry now! 👇️ johnmaddoxprize.awardstage.com

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The Foundation for Science and Technology @foundscitech.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

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

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American Sociological Association @asanews.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

The John Maddox Prize is open to researchers who have shown courage and integrity in standing up for sound science and evidence-based policy in the public interest. Nominations due August 2. @senseaboutsci.bsky.social @royalsociety.org

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Do you know of a researcher under fire? Only two weeks remain to nominate them for the John Maddox Prize! 📸Dr Bambang Hero Saharjo, 2019 winner. He traces the source of illegal fires, often set by companies to clear land cheaply and quickly . Enter or nominate now! 👇️ johnmaddoxprize.awardstage.com

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The Royal Society @royalsociety.org · 16/07/2026

The 2026 John Maddox Prize recognises individuals who stand up for science and evidence, advancing public discussion around difficult topics despite challenges. Enter or nominate below:

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International Network for Governmental Science Advice (INGSA) @ingsa.org · 20/07/2026

OPPORTUNITY: The John Maddox Prize (worth $5000USD), is an international prize that champions researchers who have shown courage and resilience in standing by their work. There also an #EMCR award of $5000USD. Nominations close 2 Aug - buff.ly/BxtYEEP @royalsociety.org @senseaboutsci.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Can sources do more than just being transparent? Stephen Wyber says public-good curators go above and beyond: they answer questions and provide explanations. Our guide with @sagepub.com highlights the importance of their work. Download it here 👇 senseaboutscience.org/championing-...

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

What did some of the researchers at #EvidenceWeek get out of meeting with MPs, peers and parliamentarians? Watch to find out! . . Thanks to Professor Susan Gourvenec @unisouthampton.bsky.social, Joe Cuddeford @sdruk.bsky.social @ukri.org @ucl.ac.uk and Dr Kumar Aniket @newhamcouncil.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Thank you to the @sciencediplomat.bsky.social team for creating an excellent podcast episode with our CEO Tracey Brown, on the importance of #evidence to drive forward positive social change, while keeping #accuracy and #transparency in mind Listen now! 👇 www.thesciencediplomat.com/p/science-di...

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S1E6: Tracey Brown on evidence, accountability, and the public interest

Listen now (51 mins) | Independent reporting and conversations on science and governance.

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

- it's been a whirlwind of activity in the Jubilee Room and beyond! 🧵4/4

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

...to members of Parliament speaking with researchers at our policy briefing sessions - 🧵3/4

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

From members of the public visiting Westminster to ask their questions and speak directly to MPs... 🧵2/4

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

What an amazing Evidence Week for 2026! 🧵1/4

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John Innes Centre @johninnescentre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Our excellent researchers, Professor Myriam Charpentier and Eloise Maher, have arrived at Parliament for @senseaboutsci.bsky.social #EvidenceWeek 🌱🧬 Today, our team will be discussing how symbiotic relationships between plants and microbes in the soil could boost food supply

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Engineering biology – producing the medicines and chemicals of the future 9:00 - 12:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵7/7 @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

What keeps science trustworthy? 9:00 - 12:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵6/7 @wellcometrust.bsky.social @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social @policyatkings.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Non-sexual violence against women in conflict – steps to bring evidence to the women, peace and security National Action Plan 9:00 - 12:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵5/7 @universityofessex.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

The impacts of uneven parental leave on parents and the economy 9:00 - 12:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵4/7 @socialpolicyuk.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

What should we use land for? – new evidence shows where and how to deliver the Land Use Framework 9:00 - 12:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵3/7 @rothamsted.ac.uk

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Invisible allies in the soil – how symbiotic relationships between plants and microbes could boost food supply 9:00 - 12:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵2/7 @johninnescentre.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

What's happening on Wednesday of #EvidenceWeek? #EvidenceWeek is about connecting researchers and members of the public with policy decision-makers in Parliament. Read this 🧵 for Wednesday 8 July topics - and see the full list of topics here 👉 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵 1/7

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

It was a pleasure having you with us in Committee Room 5, we hope you enjoyed listening to the questions from members of the public (and answers from our panels!) as much as we did ☺️

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Returning and staying in work – early evidence to inform return-to-work policy and practice 13:00 - 16:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵6/6 @lborouniversity.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

AI powered management of temporary accommodation placements – learn from a pilot in Newham 13:00 - 16:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵5/6 @newhamcouncil.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Neurodivergent pupils in mainstream schools – what does the research show is needed for effective provision? 13:00 - 16:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵4/6 @uniofsurrey.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Preventing housing insecurity – new evidence and a risk map to support local action 13:00 - 16:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵3/6 @cam.ac.uk @sheffielduni.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Is it real? – quality and quantity in surveys 9:30 - 16:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵2/6 @natcen.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

#EvidenceWeek is approaching! Leading UK researchers will present their findings to MPs, peers and parliamentarians on topics like #HousingInsecurity and #SENDEducation Read this🧵to see topics addressed the afternoon of Tuesday 7 July (See previous posts for more - Wednesday topics to follow) 🧵1/6

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Clean energy targets could be met using less than 5% of UK waters for offshore wind 💨 Our researchers want MPs to support ramping up offshore wind to meet the UK’s energy needs. Read more 👉 tr.pulse.ly/tgm8hh3gle @senseaboutsci.bsky.social @raeng.org.uk

A field of offshore wind turbines with tall, white towers and large blades stands in the blue ocean under a clear sky.

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

What’s the impact? Tuesday 7 July 13:00 - 16:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵3/4

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Indoor vs outdoor – an exploration of acoustic conditions in Early Years settings and schools 9:30 - 13:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵7/7

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

School exclusions and the risk of offending – the power of public sector data to reveal new evidence 9:30 - 13:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵6/7

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Understanding NEETs – evidence to address the crisis 9:30 - 13:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵5/7 @cbesurrey.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

How do interest rates affect household spending? – data to help tackle the cost of living 9:30 - 13:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵4/7 @lseblogs.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Energy from waste at scale – interdisciplinary evidence to move beyond innovation towards resilient energy systems 9:30 - 13:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵3/7 @ucl.ac.uk

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

The impact of wind farms in context – the marine research that could make 2050 wind targets possible 9:30 - 16:30 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵2/7 @unisouthampton.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

#EvidenceWeek is where leading UK researchers present their findings to MPs, peers and parliamentarians on topics like #HouseholdSpending and #Employment Read this🧵to see topics tackled on the morning of Tuesday 7 July (Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday topics to follow). 🧵1/7

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Fewer prescribing mistakes by resident doctors 12:30 - 16:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵7/7 @tandfresearch.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Chips inspired by the human brain – an introduction to neuromorphic computing 12:30 - 16:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵6/7 @ucl.ac.uk

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Foreign language learning – what really matters at Key Stage 2 12:30 - 16:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵5/7 @uniofreading.bsky.social @unisouthampton.bsky.social

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Sense about Science @senseaboutsci.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Data after dark – insights into night workers for better policy 12:30 - 16:00 Read more 👇 senseaboutscience.org/evidence-wee... 🧵4/7 @sdruk.bsky.social @ukri.org @ucl.ac.uk

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