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Fostering understanding of the history and social impact of all branches of science, technology and medicine since 1947

BSHS

About the BSHS

Founded in 1947, the BSHS is Britain’s largest learned society devoted to the history of science, technology and medicine. Current members include lecturers, writers, students, teachers, museum curators and private individuals. We aim to bring together people with interests in all aspects of the field, and to publicise relevant ideas within the wider research and teaching communities and in the media.

Conferences & Events

Outreach & Engagement

Publications

Postgraduate Hub

Prizes & Grants

News

History of Science News

Pickstone Prize Shortlist 2026

BSHM 1-day meeting “Doing Mathematics in the Archive”

BJHS Themes – Call for Proposals, Deadline 1 July 2026

New issue of the BJHS (March 2026) out now!

BSHS Outreach & Engagement Project Grants now open

Viewpoint issue 137 out now!

Become a Member

Join the BSHS, gain access to our publications, events and grants and help us support the history of science community.