2025 – IST – Institute of Science & Technology

July 30, 2025

Bob Hardwick

Remembering Bob Hardwick: A Champion of Staff Development and Technical Excellence

It is with great sadness that the IST acknowledges the passing of Bob Hardwick, a highly respected colleague and long-standing member and Fellow of the Institute. Bob was a passionate advocate for professional development throughout […]

Graeme Shaw Awarded IST Diploma of Fellowship at TechNet Event

We are delighted to announce that Graeme Shaw, Principal Technical Manager (Arts) at Brunel University London, has been awarded a Diploma of Fellowship from the Institute of Science & Technology (IST). The award was presented […]

Upcoming Webinar: Ethical Sourcing in Laboratory Procurement

Date: Thursday 17 JulyTime: 10:00am (BST)Format: Online via EventbriteRegistration Link: Click here to register We’re pleased to share details of an upcoming webinar that explores sustainable and ethical sourcing in laboratory procurement — an area […]

“Interesting, relevant and can be applied in my workplace.”

“Very worthwhile!”

“This gave me some ideas for how to show my skills and experience.”

“Relevant to my area, so very useful.”

“The speaker was incredibly engaging, this was truly my highlight of the day. Very relevant to my job role and lots of ideas to take back to my institute.”

“Was great to hear from technicians in the creative field for a change.

Amazing what can be done when technicians support each other.”

“A great inclusive supportive talk, no feeling of us and them.”

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• Feeling that your contribution and skills are not recognised or under-appreciated?

The IST is firmly committed to enhancing professional development and recognition for technical and specialist staff at all levels and aims to help staff achieve these objectives by becoming Chartered Scientists (CSci) , Registered Scientists (RSci) or Registered Science Technicians (RSciTech), or for those working in artificial intelligence Advanced AI Practitioner, Registered AI Practitioner or Registered Technician in AI (APAI, RPAI, RTechAI) or in the creative sector Registered Practitioner in the Creative Industries and Technologies (RPCiT). If you have any queries about professional registration please do not hesitate to contact us via registrations@istonline.org.uk.

The Institute of Science and Technology awards the following Artificial Intelligence Professional Accreditations:

• RTechAI Registered Technician in AI
• RPAI Registered Practitioner in AI
• APAI Advanced Practitioner in AI

Our catalogue covers courses that lead to RTechAI and RPAI designations. The IST also has a number of standalone modules and short courses for specific upskilling in technical or soft skills areas.

All courses are aligned with FHEQ levels in Higher Education.

All courses can be tailored to the needs and requirements of participants.

The Institute of Science and Technology is a registered UK Government Training Provider.

Please contact us to discuss your training needs: training@istonline.org.uk

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