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How to be a great science writer*Win prizes, get experience and see your name in print
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Sir David Attenborough and the judges explain why this is so important*The awards are now open for 15 years olds to enter

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!
Unfortunately there will not be a competition this year.
Any updates will be posted to this website in due course.

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Ed Balls, Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, said:

“Scientists can - and do - change the world. Whether it's inventing the world wide web, developing medicines that can save lives or looking for a solution to climate change they are at the centre of the modern world. That's why we're introducing a new curriculum in schools to give students more time to concentrate on the big ideas and the way that science can be used. I think science is something every young person should consider - and there are a wide range of careers that are on offer. I'm delighted to endorse the Telegraph Science Writer competition and I'd encourage every young person considering a career in science - and all those who are not - to enter and hopefully they will see their work in print.”

 

 

 

Read Roger Highfield's winners article

I became wiser after reading them
’The judges in our science-writing competition faced tough decisions this year with entries of a particularly high standard, reports Roger Highfield. Click here.

What makes a great science writer?


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28 Jul 08: As the Telegraph unveils the winner of its Science Writer Award for 2008, we ask the judges, what makes a great science writer.

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Science and communication have to work together if we are to progress. At Bayer, we want our talent pool to be as rich and full as possible. Good communication of the wonder, fascination and relevance of science is absolutely essential to this. That's why Bayer is proud to support these awards - putting its faith in science, and those who will tell the world all about it.

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The Royal Society

Many of the best scientists are also outstanding communicators, and the ability to write about science in an accessible and interesting way is a talent that is much in demand. The Royal Society is delighted to support this year's awards to promote science writing and encourage pupils, students and young researchers to connect with a wide audience through their words.

For more information about The Royal Society, the world's oldest academy of science, click here now 

 

Competition Closed!

Award winners

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Take a look at past winners and their articles:
15-19 yrs | 20-28 yrs

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Where are they now?

Find out how past winners are now making their mark in science.

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The awards are open to two age groups: 15-19 and 20-28 year olds. Closing date for entries is midnight Monday, March 31, 2008.