b'POLICY NOTICEBOARDPolicy EngagementUK LEADERSHIP IN BIOFILMSQR CODETHROUGH POLICY ENGAGEMENTUNDER THEAND SCIENCE DIPLOMACYMICROSCOPE PITCHPolicy engagement refers to the process by whichBiofilm researchers are increasingly expected to engage scientists and researchers inform and influencebroadly with policymakers, industry, and the public - a public policy, ensuring that decisions are evidence- challenge intensified by the interdisciplinary nature of based and reflect the latest scientific advancements.their work around biofilms. The adaptability of biofilms This engagement bridges the gap betweenmakes them pivotal in addressing global challenges research, policymaking, and the public, fostering ansuch as antimicrobial resistance, climate change, informed community and effective governance.water management, or agricultural sustainability. To find out more about policy engagement, its Science diplomacy involves the use of scientificimportance for biofilms researchers and some first collaborations among nations to address commonsteps, please have a look at our blog: The Importance problems and build constructive internationalof Policy Engagement for Biofilm Researchers.partnerships. In the context of biofilm research, these efforts not only enhance scientificEVENTSunderstanding but also address global challenges, from healthcare to environmental management.NBIC representatives have actively participated in many different types of events NBIC is committed to capitalising on our strengthsto strengthen ties with policymakers.in biofilm research to elevate our standing, both nationally and internationally. We are at theParticipation at Women in Tech Policy Parliamentary forefront of fostering scientific collaborations,Reception in 29 April 2025 at Westminster. as demonstrated by our role in the InternationalParticipation at Parliamentary Links Day Biofilms Standards Task Group alongside partnerson 18 June 2025 at Westminster. from the US, Singapore, Australia, and the EU. These collaborations underscore our contributionWitness for Under the Microscope pitch in Science, to promoting a globally engaged Britain throughInnovation and Technology Committee in July 2025.science diplomacy in the field of biofilms.ACTIVITIES To better equip the biofilms communityOver the last year, NBIC has contributed evidence with an understanding of the UKs policyto several inquiries at national or local level, which landscape, we have introduced a Policyincluded written evidence to The House of Lords Noticeboard. This resource includes: Science and Technology Committee inquiries on Updates on current and future policyEngineering Biology and Financing and Scaling UK opportunities related to the biofilm sector; Science and Technology: Innovation, Investment, Industry or the Science, Innovation and Technology Resources that outline the policy-makingCommittees calls on Science Diplomacy.processes in the UK and its Devolved Nations; We have also published our policy papers on On-demand, free training resources as a startingclimate change mitigation and wastewater point for anyone interested in this space.treatment, with input from the NBIC community. 46'