Biology in Action seminar 2026

Fifty-one Lower Sixth students accompanied staff from the Biology Department to the annual Biology in Action seminar series at Warwick University. They were treated to a diverse range of scientific presentations from experts in their respective fields.

The group learnt how an eminent scientist in Germany is developing IVF techniques in an attempt to save the northern white rhino of Central Africa. The talks then moved beyond Earth as they were introduced to the emerging field of astrobiology and how extremophiles are helping us understand how life might take shape beyond our planet.

Their interest was then plunged into the ocean depths as they were captivated by the vast array of life forms inhabiting the Abyssal and Hadal zones, more than 4,000 metres below sea level. The final talk of the day was delivered by the symposium host and TV journalist, Mr Greg Foot, who provided fascinating insights into how medics are exploiting the rarefied atmosphere at Everest Base Camp to improve treatment for patients with respiratory problems at sea level.

The day was made all the more enjoyable by the exemplary behaviour of our students. Seated front and centre in the auditorium, they were a credit to Bromsgrove School.