Now Open: PharmaComedy Competition
Our first-ever PharmaComedy competition is now open – and the deadline is fast approaching!
This is your chance to celebrate the lighter side of pharmacology and share what makes you laugh. Inspired by the late Alexander (Sandy) McKnight, a brilliant scientist and beloved Society member known for his sharp wit and unforgettable humour, this competition honours his legacy by bringing joy and laughter to our community.
The winner will receive a £100 cash prize from the British Pharmacological Society, and their entry will be featured on the BPS website.
How to Enter
Submit up to two original entries in one of the following formats:
- Text (one-liners, puns, short stories)
- Video (up to 30 seconds)
- Image (memes)
Email your entry to editorialPM@bps.ac.uk with the subject line ‘PharmaComedy’.
For videos/images, upload via WeTransfer and include the link in your email.
🗓️ Deadline: 23:59 on Sunday 26 January 2026
Don’t miss out – make us laugh, honour Sandy’s legacy, and win £100!

Competition Details
- Prize: £100 for the winning entry
- Publication: Winning entries will be featured on the BPS website
- Eligibility: Open to all BPS members
Timeline
- December 2025: Competition opens
- 26 January 2026: Competition closes
- February 2026: Judging completed, winner selected
- March 2026: Publication of winning entry
If you have any questions, please contact editorialPM@bps.ac.uk.
👉 Think your Christmas cracker joke was too good to waste? Submit it now!
