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Blog Katherine Mathieson, Director of the Ri

What do the UK public really think about science?

Discover what the 2025 Public Attitudes to Science survey has revealed.

What do the UK public really think about science? Read more
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History of science

Royal Institution Chair of Trustees recognised with prestigious award for science diplomacy

Sir Richard Catlow, Chair of Trustees at the Royal Institution (Ri) has today been announced as this year’s joint winner of the

Royal Institution Chair of Trustees recognised with prestigious award for science diplomacy Read more
Blog The empty Ri Theatre
History of science

Wolfson Foundation supports major refurbishment of the Royal Institution’s iconic Theatre

Wolfson Foundation supports major refurbishment of the Royal Institution’s iconic Theatre Read more
Blog Maggie Aderin-Pocock during the 2025 Christmas Lectures
CHRISTMAS LECTURES

CGI reconfirms its commitment to the Royal Institution’s charitable activities

CGI have committed to three years more support as title partner.

CGI reconfirms its commitment to the Royal Institution’s charitable activities Read more
Blog TV Production during the 2024 Christmas Lectures
Art, culture and society

Science on the small screen: a century of television

On the 100th anniversary of the first public television demonstration, read about how the partnership between science and the

Science on the small screen: a century of television Read more
Blog A scientist reviewing a plate with serological test samples.

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
Blog Maggie Aderin-Pocock with a volunteer
CHRISTMAS LECTURES

How to watch the 2025 Christmas Lectures, supported by CGI

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

How to watch the 2025 Christmas Lectures, supported by CGI Read more
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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.

Ri Wrapped 2025: our most-watched science talks Read more
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

Aberdeen Investments celebrates the Ri Christmas tradition of innovation Read more

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