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The power of the senses: nailing the visual of your event
We share the importance of sight in events and offer top tips for event planners to master the visual element of your next event.
02 August 2024

The science behind picking the right food for your event
Great events are often accompanied by great food, but there is a careful science in picking the right food for an event.
02 December 2023

Top 10 questions to ask your wedding venue
What questions do you need to ask to get a thorough understanding of whether your choice is the right pick for your special day?
02 December 2023

Top wedding trends for 2025 that you need to know
With 2025 finally here, a new year means a year full of exciting wedding trends ahead.
01 February 2025

Valentine’s Day Proposals – Romantic or Cliché?
While some may see proposing on Valentine’s Day as sentimental and romantic, others may view the idea as unimaginative and cliché. So, which is it?
01 February 2025

Wedding details not to miss for the big day
From having a backup plan to having your suppliers to hand before the big day, here’s our rundown of wedding details not to miss.
02 July 2024

The power of the senses: embracing taste at your event
Let’s explore some of the ways taste can be used to help enhance your next event.
02 November 2024

The power of the senses: incorporating smell into your next event
Smell is an underrated tool in an event planner's arsenal to help bring an event to life.
02 November 2024

Efforts to remove stigmas of neurodiversity take another step forward with publication of Å·ÃÀAV report
PhD student Johanna Fish shares her experiences and viewpoints as an observer working with our Inclusion and Diversity Committee.
10 October 2024

Change Makers 2025 cohort: cleantech start-ups join accelerator programme for deep-tech chemistry ventures
Change Makers 2025 cohort: cleantech start-ups join accelerator programme for deep-tech chemistry ventures
27 May 2025

Å·ÃÀAV-backed BBC podcast 'Buried' wins major international award
A major BBC podcast series featuring Hollywood star Michael Sheen and backed by the Å·ÃÀAV has won a top international audio award in New York.
28 May 2025

Making the Case for Chemistry: update on our skills and research policy work
Head of Policy and Evidence, Tanya Sheridan, discusses what comes next for the UK higher education sector.
23 May 2025