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Public Attitudes to Science survey highlights golden opportunity to bring scientists and the public together

Read about the latest Public Attitudes to Science survey.

Public Attitudes to Science survey highlights golden opportunity to bring scientists and the public together Read more
Blog Sir Roland Jackson

In memory of Sir Roland Jackson, 1954-2026

In memory of Sir Roland Jackson, 1954-2026 Read more
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CHRISTMAS LECTURES

How to watch the 2025 Christmas Lectures, supported by CGI

You can watch the 200th anniversary series on demand - here's where.

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Ri Wrapped 2025: our most-watched science talks

From artificial intelligence to the origins of the Universe, these are the Ri science talks that captivated millions in 2025.

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Blog The 2026 Christmas Lecturer Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock
CHRISTMAS LECTURES

Aberdeen Investments celebrates the Ri Christmas tradition of innovation

Xavier Meyer, CEO of our Christmas Lectures supporting partner Aberdeen Investments, celebrates the festive tradition born of

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Blog Maggie stands in the Theatre at the Faraday desk
CHRISTMAS LECTURES

Viasat supports epic space voyage for the Royal Institution’s 2025 CHRISTMAS LECTURES®

The Royal Institution (Ri) has secured the support of Viasat, as Partner to the CHRISTMAS LECTURES® in their 200th anniversary

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Blog Artist's impression of Cassini plunging into Saturn's atmosphere
CHRISTMAS LECTURES

Beyond Apollo: Five space missions that deserve more attention

Space exploration is chock-full of jaw-dropping stories, some iconic like the Apollo lunar missions, and some “hidden gems”

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CHRISTMAS LECTURES

More than rocket science: How space science benefits the Earth

Space science is so much more than looking outwards. Here’s how inspiring the careers of tomorrow will benefit the Earth.

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Blog Maggie Aderin-Pocock at the Faraday desk in the Royal Institution Theatre
CHRISTMAS LECTURES

Record number of venues to livestream 2025 CHRISTMAS LECTURES from the Royal Institution

People around the country will be able to watch the 2025 CHRISTMAS LECTURES® being filmed in December.

Record number of venues to livestream 2025 CHRISTMAS LECTURES from the Royal Institution Read more
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Trustee election nominations

The Ri is looking for trustees.

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