All articles by Kathryn Roberts – Page 2

  • Equations on a blackboard
    Opinion

    Walport's wake-up call?

    2010-05-01T00:00:00Z

    Independent report on pre-19 science and mathematics education in the UK recommends changes to curriculum and assessment regimes

  • Newly qualified teachers and new heads of department would be eligible for the MTL
    Opinion

    Masters of teaching

    2010-03-01T00:00:00Z

    If all teachers were qualified to masters-level, would this increase the status of teachers and the profession?

  • Images representing science topics
    News

    GCSE expectations

    2009-11-01T00:00:00Z

    Will the new GCSE science criteria published later this month by the Qualifications and Curriculum Development Agency (QCDA) satisfy the demands of all interested parties?

  • Information under a magnifying glass
    News

    GCSE criteria under scrutiny

    2009-07-01T00:00:00Z

    Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) launches consultation into the GCSE science criteria which could lead to a radical overhaul of specifications

  • Chemistry and graduation images
    News

    The chemistry PhD experience

    2009-07-01T00:00:00Z

    This autumn sees the launch of 45 Doctoral Training Centres (DTCs) in science and engineering in 20 universities across the UK

  • Students made form different coloured pipe cleaners
    News

    Low score for Science Diploma

    2009-05-01T00:00:00Z

    Government delays launch of level three Science Diploma in response to concerns raised by SCORE, the body representing science education professional bodies

  • Feet on weighing scales
    The Mole

    Obesity – at what cost

    2009-03-01T07:16:00Z

    Do drugs have a part to play in controlling obesity?

  • Flags from various countries
    News

    International tests

    2009-03-01T00:00:00Z

    How well do 14-year olds in England do in science and mathematics compared to their peers on the world stage?

  • rsc logo
    News

    RSC on the campaign trail

    2009-01-01T00:00:00Z

    The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) launches campaign to tackle a 'decline in school science examination standards'

  • University researchers in a lab
    News

    Chemistry's grand challenges

    2008-11-01T00:00:00Z

    UK chemists identify main areas for research funding for the next 20-40 years.

  • Forensic science
    News

    A day in the life of a forensic scientist: Tom Geddes

    2008-09-01T00:00:00Z

    Tom Geddes has spent the past four years working for LGC Forensics, Culham, as a forensic scientist. He talks to Kathryn Roberts about his typical day

  • Students doing a practical experiment
    News

    Science Diploma - talks begin

    2008-09-01T00:00:00Z

    The Science Diploma Development Partnership (SDDP) invites the educational and scientific communities to say what they want from the Government's proposed Science Diploma

  • A leaf in the sun
    The Mole

    Energy, naturally

    2008-07-01T00:00:00Z

    Natural photosynthesis produces billions of tonnes of energy in the form of sugar every year

  • Signpost to European countrise
    News

    Bologna reflections

    2008-07-01T00:00:00Z

    Recent research by RSC's Mastering Bologna Group calls for more clarity in learning outcomes of UK chemistry degrees to enable students to be successful in continental Europe

  • Student taking a test
    News

    Are STEM subjects really difficult?

    2008-05-01T00:00:00Z

    Two independent studies investigate whether some school subjects, notably science and maths, are more difficult than others

  • Fashion models walking a runway
    The Mole

    Chemistry in Vogue

    2008-05-01T00:00:00Z

    This year saw the launch of a fashion show with a difference

  • Students in a lecture theatre
    News

    Do maths grades add up?

    2008-01-01T00:00:00Z

    Findings from recent research lead to recommendations for the maths provision in UK chemistry departments

  • A-level chemistry students
    News

    Changes to A-level chemistry

    2007-11-01T00:00:00Z

    Will the new GCE AS and A2 chemistry specifications satisfy the wide range of students they serve, as well as UK university chemistry departments?

  • Duncan Smith
    The Mole

    A day in the life of a research scientist: Duncan Smith

    2007-09-01T00:00:00Z

    Duncan Smith has spent the past nine months working for Ilika Technologies as a research scientist. He talks to Kathryn Roberts about his typical day

  • A teacher trying one of the experiments
    News

    Non-specialist teachers on course

    2007-09-01T00:00:00Z

    Non-specialist chemistry teachers benefit from tailored Inset course thanks to the RSC and GlaxoSmithKline