The Programme  

The Newton’s Heirs Programme has been developed with and run for scientists and policy makers. It offers opportunities to learn about the science and policy processes, and promotes the exchange of views between scientists and policy makers through a series of workshops, consultations events and other activities.

The Newton’s Heirs Programme has three strands –

Policy Explained – workshops for scientists

Science Explained – workshops for policy makers

Science Policy Explored

Objectives

The objective of the programme is to create an enhanced appreciation of the policy process among scientists, as well as increasing the opportunities for policy makers to identify, understand, evaluate and use science in policy making.

Aims

The aim is to deliver three main outcomes:

To provide transferable communication skills for scientists, and increase their awareness of the wider relevance of their research to society, which in turn might lead to a greater retention of scientists in the workforce.

To enhance the practical skills of policy makers in interpreting scientific evidence.

To encourage the improved use of science in policymaking. This will ultimately bring great benefits to the public.