@uksciencechief

Tweets from the Government Office for Science, headed by the UK Government Chief Scientific Adviser Prof Dame Angela McLean. Tweets from the GCSA marked as 'AM'

 London, UK
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Joined March 2011
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🌟 Celebrate the people making a difference through science, technology and research. 👇 Nominations for the 2027 King’s Birthday Honours are open until Friday 2 October 2026. gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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From walking through salt marshes in wellingtons to seeing AI science factories in hard hats, UK Government Chief Scientific Adviser Professor Dame Angela McLean is deepening UK-US science ties this week!
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🧪 Science helps government make better decisions. Since 2019, all 15 recommendations from our Science Capability Review have been delivered & embedded across government, helping strengthen the use of evidence in policymaking. Read more⬇️ gov.uk/government/publicatio… #ScienceAdvice
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What if building resilience was also a growth opportunity? New analysis highlights how UK expertise help UK businesses compete in a growing global market. Read more: gov.uk/government/news/new-a… #ClimateAdaptation #Economy #Innovation #Growth #Science
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Congratulations to all those recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours for their outstanding contributions to science, technology and academic research. Your work helps strengthen the UK’s science landscape and helps inform better decisions across society. #Honours26
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Bring science and engineering in early – a new strategy to support officials across government. Hear directly from GCSA Angela McLean as she writes in @CSWnews about what scientists and engineers in government can do for you and how to engage with them👇 civilserviceworld.com/profes…
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Can new materials help us adapt to climate change? Advanced composites are being explored as an option. They're strong, light, long‑lasting & have multiple uses. Learn more in our latest Rapid Technology Assessment👇 gov.uk/government/publicatio… #RTA #ClimateChange #ScienceAdvice
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We're celebrating British Science Week🔬✨ #BSW26 celebrates the curiosity that drives discovery – asking questions, exploring ideas & finding out how the world works. This year's theme is: 'Curiosity: what’s your question?’ Check it out & get involved! britishscienceweek.org
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Happy @UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Celebrating the curiosity, talent and leadership of women across science, engineering and technology. #WomenInScience #GirlsInScience #11February #CelebratingScienceAdvice #WomenInSTEM
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What could childhood look like in 10-20 years? That’s what we’re exploring & we need your views! We’re producing insights to help shape positive visions for the future of childhood. See what we’ve already discovered & get involved 👇 #FutureOfChildhood #Foresight #ScienceAdvice
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The Future of Childhood #1: Engaging with Children and Young People

Improving outcomes for future generations What could childhood look like in 10-20 years? That’s what the Government Chief Scientific Adviser is exploring in GO-Science’s latest Foresight project: The...

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Our latest real-world example shows how evidence‑led collaboration helped @energygovuk turn a complex waste challenge into practical solutions for fairer, cleaner policies. Read all about it below. 👇 #CelebratingScienceAdvice
Science supporting cleaner waste incineration. Read how science advice helped build fairer and more effective ways to measure and reduce fossil CO2 emissions from waste incineration.

ALT Science supporting cleaner waste incineration. Read how science advice helped build fairer and more effective ways to measure and reduce fossil CO2 emissions from waste incineration.

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Science supporting cleaner waste incineration

Find out how science has helped measure CO₂ from waste to support Net Zero policy.

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Congratulations to the outstanding scientists, engineers and innovators recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours! Their work drives progress, informs policy and strengthens the UK’s position as a global leader in science and technology.🧬 #NewYearsHonours #Honours #Science
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📣 Expert in social and behavioural science? Keen to share your expertise with the Prime Minister & Cabinet? Apply now to become a member of the Council for Science and Technology (CST)! 📣 Deadline for applications: 12pm, 19/01/2026. Details below 👇
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We’re hiring – looking for scientific experts for high-profile roles

Opportunities for scientific experts to join the government and put science advice at the heart of decision making.

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#DidYouKnow that @uksciencechief's advice helped launch the world's 1st financial regulatory sandbox? A report by the GCSA led to @TheFCA setting up the sandbox, boosting the UK's position as a global FinTech hub. Link to the report in comments. #CelebratingScienceAdvice
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Science advice driving innovation: UK financial technology

Learn how advice from the Government Chief Scientific Adviser helped launch the world’s first financial regulatory sandbox.

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Want to know how science advice shapes the decisions that impact us all? We have just the read for you 🫵 Scientific insights help tackle complex challenges, from public health & economic growth to climate resilience. Find out more below & join us in #CelebratingScienceAdvice!
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Celebrating excellent science advice at the heart of decision making

Professor Dame Angela McLean, Government Chief Scientific Adviser and Head of the Government Science and Engineering Profession, recognises the invaluable contribution of science advice in shaping...

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