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The Royal Society of Biology is a single unified voice for biology: advising Government and influencing policy; advancing education and professional development; supporting our …

Respiration What is respiration? Respiration is the chemical process by which organic compounds release energy. The compounds change into different ones by exergonic reactions. There are …

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October 4th . Biologists have long been at the forefront of efforts to understand how a changing climate could impact life on Earth. But as greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, …

Careers advice from the Royal Society of Biology. Take control of your future. Biology offers a wide range of career options and opportunities for school-leavers, apprentices, graduates, and …

Carbohydrates Carbohydrates (also called saccharides) are molecular compounds made from just three elements: carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Monosaccharides (e.g. glucose) and …

Feb 2, 2024 · In a collaborative effort with the Institute of Physics (IOP) and the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) conducted the 2023 Science Teaching …

Some universities have year long industrial placements built into their bioscience degree courses. Under the watch of an assigned supervisor they allow students to build upon skills learnt …

Parasitology is the study of the interaction between parasites and their hosts. In general, parasitologists tend to concentrate on eukaryotic parasites, such as lice, mites, protozoa and …