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Beyond Access from the @rsc.org shows access alone is not enough Socioeconomic background shapes progression, belonging & outcomes in chemistry #ChemSky Responsibility cannot sit with individuals to “overcome” structural barriers alone #BeyondAccess Read the report here 👉 rsc.li/beyond-access

‘If financial pressures deter talented people from pursuing chemistry and other scientific disciplines, there’s a risk of narrowing both the talent pipeline and its diversity. This, in turn, limits diversity of thought, reduces the range of experiences and perspectives.’

‘A generation of students feels betrayed by the establishment and the hidden inequalities embedded into this flawed system are now becoming apparent,’ writes Victoria Atkinson. @patdwalter.bsky.social @rsc-eic.bsky.social @rsc.org #ChemSky www.chemistryworld.com/news/punitiv...

⏰ Reminder, RSC members: there’s still time to apply for up to £300 to host a local #GWB2027 event on 16 February 2027. A department breakfast, networking session or panel, in person or hybrid. Applications close Friday 6 November, 5 pm (UK time) 👉 https://rsc.li/4hBD3QA @iupac.org #ChemSky

I have a fully funded PhD at the University of Manchester on modelling actinide speciation in solution with multiconfigurational quantum chemistry. It starts October 2027 and is open to UK students. Feel free to get in touch before applying. Deadline Dec 18. www.findaphd.com/phds/project...

🌍 Calling early career chemists in the UK #ChemSky Applications are open for the 4th Commonwealth Chemistry Congress Scholarship @rsc.org 📢 D𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝟏𝟖 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 Check eligibility & apply: www.rsc.org/funding-and-... Hear about Dr Grace Tabi’s experience: www.rsc.org/news/grace-t...

🌈𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴? @queerstemworkshop.bsky.social A key theme from the workshop was that true inclusion goes far beyond representation @rsc.org 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 & 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 #ChemSky

This week my Change 100 intern, presented her work on mentoring support for disabled chemists @rsc.org Seeing her share her ideas with confidence was a powerful reminder: inclusion isn’t just about removing barriers. It’s about creating the access, networks and opportunities people need to thrive.

The @rsc.org “Beyond Access” report shows socioeconomic background shapes the UK chemistry pipeline from UG to early careers Socioeconomic background is not a marginal factor, it is foundational #BeyondAccess #SEIinChemistry #ChemSky Inequality is structural, not just access - rsc.li/beyond-access

A Royal Society of Chemistry report found that 37% of chemistry students came from higher socioeconomic backgrounds. Read 👇 www.chemistryworld.com/news/socioec...

Scottish chemist Joseph Black uncovered carbon dioxide while conducting experiments in the depths of his doctoral thesis. Listen to this story & more in our latest episode of the chemical breakdown: #chemistry #carbon #dioxide #discovery #podcast #chesky www.chemistryworld.com/podcasts/cli...

The @rsc.org are delighted to be speaking at and supporting the @queerstemworkshop.bsky.social, taking place 22–23 September 2026 in Cambridge. A chance to connect, reflect and build stronger networks across STEM #ChemSky 📍 Programme & details: shorturl.at/y2Ozp 📍 Registration: shorturl.at/rhwcC

Look out for this event! Focussed on creating change and trading experiences and ideas about positive research culture for LGBTQ+ people working in STEM.

We often focus on getting more students into chemistry, but what happens after they arrive matters just as much #BeyondAccess #SEIinChemistry Socioeconomic background continues to shape opportunity, confidence & career progression long after entry into higher education @rsc.org 🔗 shorturl.at/U4set

Thank you @chemistryworld.com & @frankbriggs.bsky.social for featuring @rsc.org new report "𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞." #BeyondAccess #SEIinChemistry #ChemSky 🔗 Read the full article: shorturl.at/6yu20

Registration is now open for the LGBTQ+ in STEM Workshop! 22nd-23rd September, Cambridge. Exciting speaker line-up, with subsidised accommodation and travel bursaries. Come along, share your experiences of being queer in STEM www.outsavvy.com/event/35459/...

A new report from the Royal Society of Chemistry reveals that socioeconomic background is still a major force that can constrain chemistry students and influence their educational experiences, career aspirations & progression. @frankbriggs.bsky.social @rsc.org www.chemistryworld.com/news/socioec...

A great piece from @wonkhe.bsky.social on the @rsc.org Beyond Access report and the important next steps #ChemSky Leading this work was both professionally challenging and deeply personal. wonkhe.com/wonk-corner/...

The @rsc.org report highlights where inequities persist across the chemistry pipeline #BeyondAccess #SEIinChemistry The recommendations are intended as practical actions to address the issues identified. This is a starting point, not an endpoint #ChemSky www.rsc.org/policy-and-c...

Getting into a chemistry degree is only the start. Our new Beyond Access report looks at how socioeconomic background impacts progression, retention and belonging for UG chemistry students in the UK: https://rsc.li/4eC5i16 #SEIinChemistry #BeyondAccess #ChemSky

Early career researchers & PhD students - could £500 support your next step? ⏰ Deadline: Monday. Don’t miss out. Our Researcher Development & Travel Grant can help you to: ▪️present at a conference ▪️develop new skills ▪️organise a scientific meeting Apply by 27 April: https://rsc.li/48L2Xh4 #ChemSky

With sustained focus on: • Gender inequality • Disability and accessibility • Socioeconomic inclusion • Race and ethnicity • LGBT+ inclusion

This is not a standalone activity, but a shared responsibility that shapes culture, careers and leadership in the field. Grounded in evidence and lived experience, this strategy takes a fully intersectional approach. #ChemSky

We are proud of what we have achieved since 2020 but there is still more work to do, and we will keep taking a strategic approach to addressing the challenges faced by members of our community. #ChemSky

The new strategy outlines the five priorities that will shape our efforts for the foreseeable future, which you can see in the graphics here. To go deeper, visit our new I&D Strategy hub page: buff.ly/8o5ZaT7 #ChemSky

What does inclusion really mean in practice? Our new Inclusion & Diversity Strategy to 2030 sets out how we will embed inclusion and belonging across the chemical sciences. #ChemSky

Our President Dr Annette Doherty and Head of Global Inclusion Dr Ale Palermo have both spoken why inclusion matters and how our Inclusion and Diversity Strategy to 2030 will shape the future of the chemical sciences. Watch now to hear what they have to say ➡️ https://youtu.be/RKDr6nikp-U #ChemSky

We’re excited to share our new Inclusion & Diversity Strategy. This is our commitment as we work to improve inclusion across the chemical sciences, & signals a move from intention to impact as we work to build a fairer future for our community. Read the full story ➡️ https://rsc.li/4mR224M #ChemSky

The @rsc.org Accessibility Grants offer up to £1,200/year to help chemists cover access related costs so they can fully join conferences & training. Open to chemistry students & professionals #ChemSky #DisabledInSTEM #NADSN Apply: rsc.li/4cMjnsr

The @rsc.org Gants for Carers offer up to £1,200/year to help chemists cover additional care costs so they can fully join conferences & training. Open to chemistry students & professionals #ChemSky #DisabledInSTEM #NADSN Apply: rsc.li/4sD6x4o

Someone thanked me for casually dropping the fact I’m gay into my academic workshop today. A reminder that little representative acts can still be very important to people. Also reminded that you are Coming Out your entire life.

The @rsc.org Accessibility Grants offer up to £1,200/year to help chemists cover access related costs so they can fully join conferences & training. Open to chemistry students & professionals #ChemSky #DisabledInSTEM #NADSN Apply: rsc.li/4cMjnsr

The @rsc.org case study living library adds valuable insight and drives progress toward a future where chemical sciences laboratories are welcoming, enabling, & inclusive for everyone We invite you to explore, learn, and, where possible, contribute: rsc.li/3Nn3PB8 #ChemSky #DisabledInSTEM #NADSN

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Neurodivergent scientists bring vital creativity, focus, and new ways of thinking. But many labs and workplaces aren’t designed with them in mind @rsc.org Neurodiversity isn’t something to fix, it is something to embrace rsc.li/3PlotCd #NeurodiversityWeek #Neurodiversity #ChemSky #DisabledInSTEM

Disabled chemists face avoidable barriers in labs, turning routine tasks into major challenges #DisabledInSTEM The @rsc.org Disability-Inclusive Laboratories Report shares experiences of disabled scientists & practical ways to make labs more accessible & inclusive #InclusiveLabsRSC 🔗 rsc.li/4saDTrC

On #InternationalWomensDay I’m reflecting on the success of the @rsc.org - @iupac.org Global Women’s Breakfast 2026. With the theme “Many Voices, One Science”, the event brought scientists together to share experiences and explore how we build a more inclusive research culture #ChemSky #IWD2026

🔔 Now open: EPMS EDI Hub+ Inclusion Advocates The EPSRC EDI Hub+ is recruiting Inclusion Advocates across EPMS, with relevance for the chemical sciences & RSC community #ChemSky A flexible, voluntary role for those passionate about EDI ⏰ Deadline: 6 Feb 2026, 4pm edihubplus.ac.uk/be-the-chang...

🔔 Now open: EPMS EDI Hub+ Inclusion Advocates The EPSRC EDI Hub+ is recruiting Inclusion Advocates across EPMS, with relevance for the chemical sciences & RSC community #ChemSky A flexible, voluntary role for those passionate about EDI ⏰ Deadline: 6 Feb 2026, 4pm edihubplus.ac.uk/be-the-chang...

Inclusion isn’t an add-on; it is core to scientific excellence @rsc.org #InclusiveLabsRSC Explore case studies + principles for disability-inclusive labs → www.rsc.org/policy-and-c... #ChemSky #DisabledInSTEM #NADSN #DisabilityInclusion #InclusionAtWork #InclusiveResearch

Behind every barrier is a scientist whose ideas matter. Disabled chemists share their experiences, and how we can build labs where all talent thrives #InclusiveLabsRSC Read the @rsc.org Disability-Inclusive Laboratories report: www.rsc.org/policy-and-c... #ChemSky #DisabledInSTEM

Inclusion isn’t an add-on; it is core to scientific excellence @rsc.org #InclusiveLabsRSC Explore case studies + principles for disability-inclusive labs → www.rsc.org/policy-and-c... #ChemSky #DisabledInSTEM #NADSN #DisabilityInclusion #InclusionAtWork #InclusiveResearch