Bridging Science and Policy: Reflections on the Royal Society Pairing Scheme at Westminster

The Royal Society Pairing Scheme is designed to help researchers and policymakers experience each other’s worlds. Every year, about thirty scientists from across the UK are paired with Members of Parliament, peers or civil servants to develop a deeper mutual understanding of how science and policy interact. During the Week in Westminster, participants take part […]

National AI Awards Finalist: Sensiwise AI Celebrated for Innovation

Introduction We’re delighted to announce that Dr Haider Raza, Co‑founder of Sensiwise AI and Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Essex, has been shortlisted for the National AI Awards 2026 in two categories: Alan Turing Innovator of the Year and Best Industry‑Specific AI Solution for the SKINTEL® project. These honours underscore the prestige of the National AI Awards and shine a spotlight on the powerful partnership between […]