The BLCS annual meeting 2024 will be held 10-12 April at the University of Oxford, Worcester College. The local organising committee is chaired by Prof Stephen Morris. Further details are available in the conference website.

We are delighted to announce the opening of the 2024 call for BLCS Prizes and Medals. The British Liquid Crystal Society is calling for nominations for the below listed society awards. All nominations must be sent to the Secretary (contact details and advert can be view here) by the deadline of Friday 9th February 2024. Society awards:

• G.W. Gray Medal
• C. Hilsum Medal
• BLCS Young Scientist Prize