The Association of British Science Writers (ABSW) exists to help those who write about science and technology, and to improve the standard of science journalism in the UK. We are an association of science writers, journalists, broadcasters and science-based communications professionals.

Founded in 1947, the ABSW has provided science journalists with networking, training, gossip, opportunities and jobs for over 60 years. We aim to promote the highest standards of journalism and writing by encouraging flair and bravery. We also hope to foster a mutually supportive community and to provide an environment for new ideas to develop and flourish. Please consider joining us.

Through debates and events, our discussion group and our science writing awards we help to create links between science writers, their subjects and markets. In July 2010 we ran the first UK Conference of Science Journalism at the Royal Society in London. Members can access video and podcasts from this event. The UK event followed on from the highly successful 6th World Conference of Science Journalism in 2009, which was also in London.

If you are looking for a science, technology or medical journalist, please visit the Member Directory.

If you are looking to enter science journalism, please be sure to read our FAQs, which link to various online resources, before getting in touch.

Our web directory allows members to advertise themselves to the world and, at the same time, make contact with any other professional in the association. Our website is prominent when searching for "science writers", so we are able to raise the web profile of journalists and broadcasters seeking freelance work. We also have a popular webpage where members can advertise their books.

We also publish a regular electronic newsletter, The Science Reporter, and send regular electronic updates to members.

Public relations professionals are welcome to join as non-voting Associate members, and student membership helps those with a relevant interest in science journalism who are seeking to enter the profession.

Members of the ABSW are affiliated to the European Union of Science Journalists' Associations. The ABSW is also a member of the World Federation of Science Journalists.

To read more about us, check out our recent press and publicity. For historical information, check out our Jubilee Scrapbook.

Getting in touch

To get in touch, visit Contact Us. You can also find more information here about advertising with us. 

If you have any queries, be sure to check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.