The most effective way to protect science is to encourage the public to value and invest in it. This is why we’re marching through London on 22 April 2017, says Story Sylwester.

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As the nature of scientific inquiry developed over centuries from the “solitary genius” model of Sir Isaac Newton to the international collaboration modelled by the Rosetta space exploration mission, UK scientists have been leaders in the development of scientific thinking and methodology. Yet, in an age where science has resulted in new technologies, improved quality of life, and improved understanding of the world around us, it faces some of its toughest challenges. Continue reading →