Science in Society is an initiative based at the University of Ulster, to promote discussion and understanding of science and its relevance to society. It is for the general public and especially 9 – 18 year olds.

Science in Society includes a series of informative events open to the general public, covering everything from ‘science and alcohol; binge drinking and liquor licensing’ and ‘mobile phones and health’ to, ‘music, pleasure and the brain’ and ‘ the magic of light’.   

Look out for future Science in Society events and developments from the University of Ulster. For full details of our current events please click here.       

Science in Society is supported by sponsorship and grant funding.  

The Science in Society initiative is led by

Professor Valerie McKelvey-Martin (Professor of Molecular Biosciences)

Science in Society has been guided by staff with varied  scientific interests and areas of expertise including:- 

• Dr Declan McKenna (Haematology Research)
• Dr David Hunter (Bioethics)
• Professor Barbara Pierscionek (Optometry Research)
• Dr Victor Gault (Diabetes Research)
• Dr Diane Lees Murdock (Epigenetics Research)
• Dr Barbara Stewart-Knox (Food and Nutrition Research)
• Dr Steve Lowry (Microscopy)
• Professor Don Anderson (Visiting Professor in Media).

Many other staff with diverse scientific experience and interests have contributed to this website. We hope you enjoy it and find it useful.

For information on sports outreach at the University of Ulster, check out The Ulster Sports Outreach website.

For further information please email v.mckelvey@ulster.ac.uk