Chi calls on broadcasters to follow the Olympic spirit in science coverage

Tuesday, 4th September 2012 Chi used a parliamentary debate today to call on the Government and public service broadcasters to integrate more scientific content into their mainstream broadcasting. Whilst recognising that some public service broadcasters, notably the BBC and Channel 4, produce high quality science programming, Chi highlighted growing concern that it is increasingly being […]
Chi highlights risks to world leading British research base and growth
The government’s decision to cut investment in research will put the UK’s position as a world leading research base at risk, a report commissioned by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) has found today.
On Science, We All Need to do Better
This article was first published on Research Blogs: The Science and Technology in Society forum positions itself as the Davos of science—an annual meeting aimed at “creating a global human network based on trust and providing a framework for open discussions regarding the further progress of science and technology for the benefit of humankind.” When the Parliamentary […]
Chi calls on Government to live up to Obama’s vision for science
In an inspiring address to both Houses of Parliament in Westminster Hall, President Barack Obama called on the US and the United Kingdom to “redouble our investments” in science and engineering Commenting on the speech, Chi Onwurah, Shadow Minister for Innovation and Science and MP for Newcastle Central said: “Just as in his State of […]