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Can the universe be described in simple English? Photo by Sweetie187 under Creative Commons licence.
Date
12 November 2014 - 10:56

Can the universe be described in simple English?

How can we make complex scientific ideas more accessible? Dr Roberto Trotta tells us about his attempt to describe the universe using the most common 1,000 words of English

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Science, English language
'Stained glass is stained because of nanometre-scale particles of gold embedded in the glass.' Photo (c) Matthew Benton, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 and adapted from the original.
Date
10 November 2014 - 08:13

Nanotechnology: tiny tech, massive impact

As we celebrate World Science Day for Peace and Development today, Adam Murphy, Ireland's 2014 winner of science communication competition FameLab, looks at the benefits of nanotechnology.

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Science
'There has been a major rethink in how exactly the library should be serving the public.' Image Janko Ferlic, used under licence and adapted from the original.
Date
19 September 2014 - 16:44

Why do we still need public libraries in the digital age?

Tomas Doherty of the British Council in Bangladesh explains how libraries have adapted to new trends in how we read, work and socialise.

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Technology
'Exercising mice perform better on memory tests.' Photo (c) Airwolfhound, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 and adapted from the original.
Date
14 May 2014 - 12:02

Improve your memory in a surprising way

Lyl Tomlinson, the US winner of the science communication competition FameLab, explains why you should lace up your running shoes if you want to remember where you left your keys.

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Science
Chance meetings with passionate people can be pivotal in inspiring a career in science. Photo (c) Lab Science Career, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 and adapted from the orignal.
Date
06 May 2014 - 13:57

Everyone should have the chance to learn about science

How can we get more young people interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)? Wendy Sadler explains the goals and challenges of working in science communication.

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Science
'Children always love demonstrations involving the plasma sphere.' Photo (c) Hervé BRY, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 and adapted from the original.
Date
25 April 2014 - 09:30

How can teachers inspire children in science class?

Rhys Phillips is a research engineer and a radio broadcaster. He explains how teachers can amaze and inspire.

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Schools, Science, Education
There are hundreds of mobile apps available for English language students.
Date
27 February 2014 - 09:38

Mobile learning: improve your English anytime, anywhere

Teacher Emma Segev, who won last month’s British Council Teaching English blog award, shares her ideas for learning English on the go.

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English language, Education, Technology, Teaching
Teacher Hala Arraby observed that her students were more interested in learning English when she used technology.
Date
13 December 2013 - 15:34

Why teachers should train in digital technology

This week, the UK and Israel agreed to work together on a project to train Israeli teachers. Hala Arraby explains how it works and why teachers should develop their digital literacy.

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English language, Technology, Teaching
Women and girls in Bangladesh are largely excluded from taking part in the digital sphere. Photo by The Advocacy Project / Creative Commons licence.
Date
10 December 2013 - 16:05

Is digital education easily accessible to Bangladeshi girls?

A combination of policy and non-governmental initiatives is helping to improve the Bangladeshi girls educational situation. The British Council’s Alexandra Tyers explains.

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Women and girls, Education, Primary school, Technology, Equal opportunities and diversity
Cell delivery systems (pictured) for treatment of stroke, Parkinson’s Disease and bone regeneration are under development. Photo (c) Kevin Shakesheff
Date
27 November 2013 - 04:50

What's the debate on regenerative medicine?

The promises of regenerative medicine cause both hope and fear. Professor Kevin Shakesheff explains some of the controversy.

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Scientific research
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