Each year, the Biochemical Society’s Science Communication Prize invites students across different educational stages to submit a written or media entry aimed at the general public, which discusses a topic in the biosciences. For 2026, the theme of the competition is: "Biochemistry: creating a greener future”. This can include topics relating to environmental biochemistry, plants, climate change and sustainable materials.
Undergraduate and Postgraduates students are invited to take part in the Higher Education Prize. Entries are now open and will close on 17th August 2026.
Visit the Biochemical Society website to find out more about the prize, including guidance for entries and information on previous winners.
Submissions must be related to the competition theme and aimed at the general public, with entries welcomed in the following formats:
- A short news item
- A magazine feature or interview
- A short video or series of clips suitable for social media
- A YouTube, radio, or podcast show (either as an audio or a written script)
- A comic strip
- Infographic
Please contact the Biochemical Society’s Grants team directly with any questions.