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Flipside Magazine

Flipside is an award-winning* magazine that aims to raise the levels of interest in science and technology among 11-16 year-old students (National Curriculum Key Stages 3 and 4).

Flipside injects fun and fascination into science, engineering and technology providing reasons for young teenagers to nurture their interest and eventually develop careers as the scientists and engineers of tomorrow. In fact, research has shown that 87%** of teenagers are more interested in a career in science or engineering as a result of reading Flipside. Flipside is crammed with stunning photography and continuous pages of editorial content that teenagers will find useful for assignments and homework, as well as providing a light-hearted, informative read. In fact, one survey of schools found that 96%** of readers rate Flipside as excellent or very good. Order a subscription online for the inquisitive teenage family member online at http://flipside.theiet.org/index.cfm

*Winner of Most Effective Membership Title at the Association of Publishing Agencies (APA) Awards 2008.
**ChildWise Flipside Magazine Research, March 2008.
*** Average circulation based on issues 38 to 45.
 

Press Releases

IET comments on flaws in HS2 plans

Chris Richards, Transport Policy Advisor at the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), comments on report made in response the to Department for Transport consultation

IET welcomes expansion of Small Business Research Initiative

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has welcomed today’s announcement by David Willetts MP of a record £440 million budget for the Technology Strategy Board to support innovative businesses and drive growth across the UK.

IET on Queen's Speech: Commitment needed for entire HS2 route

A lack of commitment from the Government for the entire route of the HS2 line means that this vital infrastructure project risks being developed in isolation, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has warned.

IET: UK faces a current and future cyber security skills gap

A significant lack of skilled workers is hampering the UK's fight against cyber-crime, says the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

IET: UK team named First Place Champions at Lego League World Festival

The group of Bath students who won the UK National First Lego League (FLL) final have gone on to win first place at the FLL World Festival in the USA.

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