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Blog Sir Ian Chapman delivering his Ri Talk

Royal Institution welcomes the appointment of Sir Ian Chapman as incoming Chief Executive of UKRI

Royal Institution welcomes the appointment of Sir Ian Chapman as incoming Chief Executive of UKRI Read more
Blog Alexander Oliver Rankine demonstrating a snowfall with ash. Text reads: 200 years

200 years of the Christmas Lectures

As we celebrate their 200th anniversary, dive into the history of the CHRISTMAS LECTURES — from Michael Faraday to the age of

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Blog Last year's winner Jasmin Notarangelo

Ri and Association of British Science Writers invite entries for national award for teenage science writers

The national award helps nurture aspiring science writers from UK state-maintained schools.

Ri and Association of British Science Writers invite entries for national award for teenage science writers Read more
Blog A science demonstrator at the Ri holding a flame

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Sustainability day for schools set to improve young people’s perceptions of climate change

The Royal Institution has created a brand-new Sustainability Day Programme for UK schools, which launches today, Tuesday 28

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Blog Discover200

Ri showcases ‘landmark moments’ in public engagement with science throughout 2025

Adults and families set to ‘Discover200’ years of the past, present and future of science

Ri showcases ‘landmark moments’ in public engagement with science throughout 2025 Read more
Blog Bill Coates performing a science demo with smoke

The unsung hero of the Christmas Lectures: Bill Coates

Discover the legendary figure behind the Ri's most famous demos

The unsung hero of the Christmas Lectures: Bill Coates Read more

Royal Institution appoints Kate Scally as Director of Income Generation and External Affairs

The Royal Institution (Ri) has announced the appointment of Kate Scally as Director of Income Generation and External Affairs.

Royal Institution appoints Kate Scally as Director of Income Generation and External Affairs Read more
Blog Chris van Tulleken on the set of the Christmas Lectures. The word puzzle is added to the image.

Food science crossword puzzle - 2024 Christmas Lectures

Sink your teeth into this food science-themed puzzle while we wait for the Christmas Lectures

Food science crossword puzzle - 2024 Christmas Lectures Read more
Blog A packed Ri lecture theatre. Text reads: top science talks 2024

Top Ri science talks of 2024

Another trip around the sun, another fantastic year of scientific learning. Dive into unmissable lectures from 2024.

Top Ri science talks of 2024 Read more
Blog Chris van Tulleken igniting a balloon full of flammable gas

CHRISTMAS LECTURES

Inspiring the next generation of scientists: CGI supports the CHRISTMAS LECTURES

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