Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
What does it mean to bring science to the heart of government?
In this video, Professor Dame Angela McLean (UK Government Chief Scientific Adviser) and Professor Julie Fitzpatrick (Chief Scientific Adviser for Scotland) explain how they provide scientific evidence and advice at the highest levels of decision-making.
They reflect on what the role involves, how they gather evidence, and the importance of adapting advice when the science changes.
Whether you're a student, a scientist, or simply curious about how government works, this is a powerful look at science in action.
đ Learn more about how chemists influence government: rsc.org/news/bringing-science-to-the-heart-of-government-new-video-series-launched?utm_campaign=csa_what_does_a_chief_scientific_adviser_do$quest$&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social_organic&utm_content=tgroup_all
What does it mean to bring science to the heart of government?
In this video, Professor Dame Angela McLean (UK Government Chief Scientific Adviser) and Professor Julie Fitzpatrick (Chief Scientific Adviser for Scotland) explain how they provide scientific evidence and advice at the highest levels of decision-making.
They reflect on what the role involves, how they gather evidence, and the importance of adapting advice when the science changes.
Whether you're a student, a scientist, or simply curious about how government works, this is a powerful look at science in action.
đ Learn more about how chemists influence government: rsc.org/news/bringing-science-to-the-heart-of-government-new-video-series-launched?utm_campaign=csa_what_does_a_chief_scientific_adviser_do$quest$&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social_organic&utm_content=tgroup_all
