Used paperclips with a class today to show how a catalyst acts as a surface for reactants to come together and form a product. Based on an old magic trick, I got this idea from Paul Nugent from ScienceonStage Ireland. The ending is a nice surprise for students!

Due to the overwhelming success of the course back in April, we are back! 🔗 ow.ly/CXVT50ScSOl Discover what it means to be professionally registered, learn about the application process, and understand how to maintain your registration. #ProfessionalRegistration

Launching this autumn: a series of five SEND webinars from 1st October to 11th December. Fuller details can be found on the webpage with exclusive discounts for ASE members. 👉ow.ly/vVFo50Rzr9m #SEND #ProfessionalDevelopment #STEMEducation

In the run up to the Paralympics this film shows what can be achieved. Way to go Alfie T Penfold superstar on screen & in the pool.

When you go shopping and stumble upon an item that will be perfect for drying slides on at work. The life of a school science technician- always on the look out!! Preproom.org

Proud of my youngest donating his first pint yesterday. Enjoying the post donation snacks! Give Blood NHS 🩸🩹 Brighouse 6th Form

Starting the weekend with a blood donation. Pint 77 of 🅱️➕done & dusted. Now for a relaxing rest of the day. Give Blood NHS 🩸🩹

The final article of a series by UncleBob & I on microscale chemistry is now out in Science in School. It describes how to make a spirit burner plus experiments to determine the formula of MgO & hydrated copper (II) sulfate using simple apparatus. scienceinschool.org/article/2024/s…

SILVER FOR IONA 🇬🇧🥈 Iona Winnifrith becomes the youngest British Paralympic swimming medallist this century 🤩🔥 Take a bow, Iona 👊

Lovely to see Miss Smith 👩‍🔬 championing the role of school science technicians here technicians.org.uk/stories/shanno… Excellent work from The ASE chair Jane Oldham for enabling this to happen. One more step in the quest to make our role better understood and recognised as important

If only I could tell all the people when I was five who said I wouldn't make mainstream school 🥹

A good first week, crazy busy of LabLogger requests Great to provide practical science opportunities to so many students in the first 2 days of teaching this term. Broken connectors on the water still & a lab where the sockets stopped working - not so great!

School science technicians are often overlooked when technician careers are discussed. The ASE 's techs committee always work to ensure inclusion. Collaborating with Gatsby Foundation for this great careers resource is just one of our activities.

Another school science technician showcasing exactly what our role entails. Projects like this really help people to understand the crucial role we play in the science education of children. The ASE Preproom.org technicians.org.uk/stories/mark-k…

Start the Autumn Term strong with @TheASE's top tips 🍂 The ASE asked some of their technician members for their top tips to help you navigate the new school year. Read now in the latest VITTA Magazine (p. 6-7): vittaeducation.com/vitta-magazine/ #ASE #science #STEM #education

Save the date! 📅 The BBS Junior Swimming Festival (formerly known as the BBS National Youth Swimming Gala) will take place on Sunday, 10th November at the Tudor Grange Leisure Centre. Registration will open in the coming weeks via the BBS website.

Sign up for #ChemistryClub, an online platform for 11-14 year olds that explores chemistry in everyday life!🧪 New and interactive content is released weekly. ⚗ Teachers, register as your school's point of contact to get started. More info ➡ saltersinstitute.org/programmes/che…

Registration for the 2024 BBS Junior Swimming Festival is now open! 🏊🏼‍♀️ The event, supported by Swim England, will take place on Sunday, 10th November from 1pm-5pm at the Tudor Grange Leisure Centre. More information and register: britishblindsport.org.uk/events/2024/11…

A big thank you to everyone who shared their top tips and advice for new technicians ✨ This is invaluable information and we truly appreciate your input - it’s what makes our community thrive! Check them all out: lablife.co.uk/top-tips-for-n… #LaBLiFe #techognition #STEM

Join our Online Technicians Leadership modules, led by Simon Quinnell CSciTeach. 🟡Leading yourself and your team 👉 ow.ly/j8sv50Tl2OV 🟢Working with and training others 👉 ow.ly/kkt950Tl2OR 🔵Organising your technical service 👉 ow.ly/KEZW50Tl2OP