Researchers take their research to parliament

Seventeen researchers from around UCL have been shortlisted to present their research to a panel of expert judges and over 100 MPs in this year's SET for Britain competition. Run by the Parliamentary and Scientific Committee, with support from various institutions, SET for Britain aims to encourage, support and promote early-stage and early career research scientists, engineers, technologists and mathematicians from around the UK whilst fostering dialogue between researchers and MPs. Split into five categories - biological and biomedical sciences, chemistry, engineering, physics and mathematics, the competition offers prizes up to £3,000 for the posters which best communicate high level science to a lay audience. The overall winner of the competition will be awarded the Westminster Medal - established in memory of SET for Britain founder, Dr Eric Wharton who passed away in 2007.