Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Think your chemistry knowledge isn’t relevant to government? Think again.

In this video, Professor Dame Angela McLean and Professor Julie Fitzpatrick talk about why governments need more scientists — not just for their technical expertise, but for their mindset.

They discuss:
▪️What scientists bring to policymaking
▪️Why diverse backgrounds matter
▪️How to get involved — at any career stage

This is a call to action for anyone with a science background who wants to make a difference.

🔗 Learn more about how chemists influence government: rsc.org/news/bringing-science-to-the-heart-of-government-new-video-series-launched?utm_campaign=csa_how_scientists_build_careers_in_government&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social_organic&utm_content=tgroup_all