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Art, culture and society

Congratulations to Her Majesty the Queen on her Platinum Jubilee

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History of science

Six amazing objects from the Ri's Faraday Museum

Tucked away in the heart of Mayfair is our must-see free museum for science and history fans alike.

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CHRISTMAS LECTURES

Five memorable moments from David Attenborough’s CHRISTMAS LECTURES

Sir David’s 1973 lectures brought the animal kingdom into the nation’s homes. Here are our favourite moments.

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Art, culture and society

“Girls just don’t like hard maths”? Something doesn’t add up.

Director of the Ri, Katherine Mathieson, explains how we can all help to banish the myth that girls don’t want to be in

“Girls just don’t like hard maths”? Something doesn’t add up. Read more
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Art, culture and society History of science

Letters to Gwendoline – WWI Bragg family correspondence

One story of Gallipoli told through letters home in memory of Anzac Day

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Art, culture and society

Five at-home science activities for children

Keep young scientists aged 6–12 entertained with these simple and fun DYI experiments and videos.

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Technology and engineering

The science of extremes: the big, the small and the ugly

Explore the exciting science living at opposite ends of the size spectrum.

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Art, culture and society

10 mind-blowing science talks by female speakers

Celebrate International Women's Day with our most-watched STEM talks delivered by women

10 mind-blowing science talks by female speakers Read more
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Art, culture and society

ABSW launches new prize for teenage writers, with support from the Ri and BBC

The new award scheme will nurture aspiring science writers.

ABSW launches new prize for teenage writers, with support from the Ri and BBC Read more
Blog A photograph of  Ian Smith standing in front of a hedge

Art, culture and society

Royal Institution appoints Director of Finance and Resources

The Royal Institution has appointed Ian Smith as Director of Finance and Resources.

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