Nominations: Joshua Phillips Award for Innovation in Science Engagement

Nominations for the 2010 Joshua Phillips Award for Innovation in Science Engagement are now open. The Josh Award is an annual award that recognises excellence and innovation in science engagement. The winner will be announced and presented with the award at the Manchester Science Festival this October.

The award is open to anyone involved in science engagement, who is recognised as an up and coming talent, with innovative and new ideas. As well as a cash prize and a trophy, the winner will be appointed Science Communicator in residence at the 2011 Manchester Science Festival.

Previous winners include Chris Smith from the Naked Scientists, Karen Bultitude from the University of the West of England and David Price from Science Made Simple.

To find out more and download the nomination form and guidelines head to the Manchester Science Festival website:
http://www.manchestersciencefestival.com/news/joshaward2010