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BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 25d

Felicity Perry, Helen Featherstone, Lorraine Coghill and David Kent in 'A Career in STEM Communication' panel at #BIGEvent26.

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 26d

Having fun with clay in our 'Learning with the Outdoors' session by Naomi Foster, Sotiria Boutsi & Sarah Gambell. #BIGEvent26

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 26d

Sam gets the day started on our final day of the #BIGEvent26.

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 26d

Is it even the Best Demo Competition without some sort of costume? #BIGEvent26

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 27d

Howie Firth delivering our keynote session on day 2 of the #BIGEvent26.

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 27d

LAST CHANCE TO VOTE! Voting for the 2026/2027 BIG Executive Committee closes at midday today! Who will be our next Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and General Officers? Vote at forms.gle/8M3uqYLAJmWB....

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 27d

Attendees in the lecture theatre at the National STEM Learning Centre as day 2 gets underway. Later today, the AGM and Best Demo Competition! #BIGEvent26

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 27d

Our General Officers Elizabeth and Sophia getting into the STEM-y spirit of things on day 1 of #BIGEvent26.

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 28d

TODAY'S THE DAY! We can't wait to welcome you all to the National STEM Learning Centre later today for the start of this year's BIG Event! #BIGEvent26

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· 29d

CHECK OUT THE NEW BEST DEMO TROPHY! Many thanks to last year's hosts, The Royal Institution of Great Britain for making this fantastic trophy for the winner of this year's Best Demo Competition. If you're coming to the BIG Event and would like to enter, email event@big.uk.com. #BIGEvent26

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Jun 30

VOTE FOR OUR NEXT COMMITTEE Read about the candidates who have stepped forward to be our new Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and General Officers and cast your votes to elect our new committee before midday 16 July. forms.gle/4zauagKk6fyu...

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Jun 22

There's just 3 weeks to go, and we have a question. Are you coming to the BIG Event? Join us in person or online for an incredible lineup of sessions, workshops and hands on interactives. 📆 15th - 17th July 📍 National STEM Learning Centre, York 🎟️ Tickets at www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Jun 21

DEADLINE EXTENDED! We've extended the deadline to nominate yourself for the BIG Committee 28 June. If now isn't the time for you, but you can think of someone else who would make a great contribution to BIG, encourage them to put themself forward. www.big.uk.com/volunteer/

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Jun 19

BEETLESTONE AWARD WINNER(S!) We are delighted to announce the winners of the 2026 Beetlestone Award are Elin Roberts and David Price. The winners will receive their awards at the BIG Event in York in July. For information on the Beetlestone Award, visit big.uk.com/Beetlestone

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· May 19

JOIN THE BIG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE To find out what roles there are, and the benefits of being on the committee, visit www.big.uk.com/volunteer. To put yourself forward for a role, complete the form below by midnight, end of Sunday 21st June. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· May 14

JOSH AWARD 2026 WINNER We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 winner of the Josh Award is Alyssa Siriyan, and her project entitled 'What Remains'. To learn about Alyssa's project, and about what the Josh Award is, head to big.uk.com/Josh.

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Apr 14

Hey, just @samsighs.bsky.social checking in! The BIG Event 2026 is still open for bookings and we'd love to see you there! Time to grab a ticket? www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Mar 24

Last stretch for Early Bird Tickets for the BIG Event! Aren't you glad you zoomed in on that image multiple times?! Secure your tickets now before we move to full price in April, its the cheapest time to get your ticket! big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

A white man and white woman point at a trophy in front of some red seats.

Text reads
"Look at Peter's right ear"
"Look at Kathryn's watch"
"Look at the top of the top middle seat"
"Look at the caption"

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Mar 19

BEETLESTONE AWARD NOW OPEN! This award seeks to recognise someone who has already made or is clearly creating a significant impact in communicating science. Nominations deadline - midnight, Friday 24th April Applications deadline - midnight, Friday 1st May big.uk.com/Beetlestone/

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Mar 15

Reminder, our bi-annual award for early career science communicators closes for applications on Friday 10th April! Find out what the Josh Award is, who is eligible, what it celebrates and how to apply at big.uk.com/josh.

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Mar 9

Pay It Forward Fee ✨ We've introduced an option for you to add a £25 Pay-It-Forward fee to your booking this year, to help provide a 1-day place at the BIG Event for those who might not otherwise be able to attend. Are you someone who could benefit from this scheme. Email event@big.uk.com to chat!

The BIG Event 2026
National STEM Learning Centre
15TH - 17TH JULY 2026

New for 2026!
Pay it Forward Fee
We know that the cost of everything is rising, and budgets are shrinking!

One of the biggest barriers to coming to BIG is the cost of a ticket, and so that’s why we’ve introduced a Pay-It-Forward option.

This is an optional £25 you can add to your booking, and provides a limited number of 1 day places to delegates who otherwise would not be able to attend.

Who is it for?

In short? Anyone, we’re not gonna question your need or reasoning. But we see it as being especially useful for freelancers, early careers science communicators and small businesses with limited budgets.

Are you someone who could benefit from the pay-it-forward scheme? Email our event manager Sam, at event@big.uk.com to chat,

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Mar 2

Did you know, Early Bird registration for BIG is open right now? It's the cheapest time to grab a ticket, before the price rise on 31st March! Don't miss out, and see you in July at the National STEM Learning Centre! big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

Dan Plane of the Ri pointing at Kate, one of our Best Demo entrants, who is holding a broken trolley aloft in triumph.

Text Reads "Us telling you tat BIG Event registration is open!"

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Feb 23

JOSH AWARD 2026 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN! The winner of this national award in science communication and engagement will develop and deliver a new project to run at Science Festivals, Science Discovery Centres, or other outreach events. Full details at big.uk.com/josh/ Deadline 10 April 2026.

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Feb 20

The bursary scheme for the BIG Event 2026 is open! Open to anyone who hasn't been to the BIG Event before, and who is in the first 5 years of their scicomm career! Apply by the 10th March to cover your BIG ticket and contribution to travel costs for York 2026! 👇 big.uk.com/event-6560981

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Feb 10

BIG Event 2026 Registration is Open Now! Join us at the National STEM Learning Centre 15-17 July for top quality skills sharing, networking and our famous Best Demo competition! Early bird tickets and our bursary scheme are now open, with early bird closing 31 March! www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Feb 9

BIG Event Registration launches tomorrow! We're so delighted to share that the BIG Event will go on sale tomorrow, with Early Bird tickets, and the Bursary scheme, launching at 10am GMT. This is the cheapest way to attend, so mark your diaries, and book ASAP! www.big.uk.com/BIGEvent2026

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Jan 20

✨ Sophia Constantinou at the Little Event 2026 ✨ Now long now until the Little Event, our online intro to scicomm training event! Sophia Constantinou, science communicator and TV researcher, will run a quickfire session on how to build a strong personal brand in science communication.

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Jan 16

✨ Khalil Thirlaway at the Little Event 2026 ✨ Khalil Thirlaway, science communicator and creative producer, will guide an interactive session exploring creative approaches to science communication. 1 of 2

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Jan 15

FINAL CALL FOR BIG EVENT PROPOSALS Submissions close on 16 Jan at 10pm GMT. To see what has been submitted so far, see our website at www.big.uk.com/sys/website/.... Submit your proposal here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... If you have any questions, contact event@big.uk.com. #BIGEvent26

BIG - STEM Communicators Network, UK @big-stem-network· Jan 13

Just two weeks until the Little Event 2026, our training session for people who are new to STEM communication We're delighted to share that Sophia Constantinou will be running a session on networking and personal branding. 📆 29/31st Jan 📹 Zoom Book now 👉 www.big.uk.com/event-6410615