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The Ri is back with an exciting Autumn 2025 programme

Join the Ri as it reopens with a fresh new spark, offering events ranging from mathematics and illusions to the mysteries of the

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Urenco partners with the Royal Institution to boost science learning for young people

Urenco has teamed up with the Royal Institution (Ri) to support its interactive laboratory for young people and bring it to a

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Ri appoints principal contractor for Project FootpRint works to substantially reduce carbon emissions

The Royal Institution (Ri) has appointed Coniston Limited as the principal contractor.

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Explore science online with the Ri

While visiting us in London makes for a fantastic day out, you don't need to leave your home to be a part of our community of

Explore science online with the Ri Read more
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Causeway pledges £1m to take Ri Masterclasses to more young people across the UK

Support from Causeway Technologies will take hands-on tech education for young people throughout the UK.

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Royal Institution invites interest from CHRISTMAS LECTURES livestream partners

The Royal Institution (Ri) has today invited expressions of interest from organisations to livestream the 200th CHRISTMAS

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History of science

The Tiny Vial That Changed the World: Benzene at 200

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Mayor of London funded improvements to the Royal Institution set to substantially reduce carbon footprint

Mayor of London funded improvements to the Royal Institution set to substantially reduce carbon footprint Read more
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Meet Peter Gallivan, author of Hidden Heroes of Science

Meet Peter Gallivan, author of Hidden Heroes of Science Read more
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Royal Institution opens applications for free Science in Schools days

Find out more about the Ri's 2025 Science in Schools programme

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