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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

Inspiring the next generation of scientists: CGI supports the CHRISTMAS LECTURES Read more
Blog A child with curly blonde hair being carried on an adult's back with a baby backpack
Physics

The physics of baby carrying

We know carrying our babies close to us has lots of benefits for both adult and child, but have you ever considered how physics

The physics of baby carrying Read more
Blog Suw Charman-Anderson speaking in the Ri theatre

A celebration of women in STEM: remembering Ada Lovelace Day Live

Following the announcement of its cessation, we reflect on of the occasions Ada Lovelace Day Live! was hosted at the Ri

A celebration of women in STEM: remembering Ada Lovelace Day Live Read more
Blog A divided image of a fridge and a food cupboard
Biology and the human body

Fridge or cupboard? The science of food storage

Fridge or cupboard? The science of food storage Read more
Blog The Earth seen from space
Climate

New global climate innovation network announced

Undaunted has today announced a new partnership with The Earthshot Prize.

New global climate innovation network announced Read more
Blog People in the Ri Theatre during the CHRISTMAS LECTURES
CHRISTMAS LECTURES

CHRISTMAS LECTURES live filming to be shown at 13 livestream venues

The Ri has confirmed that 13 venues will livestream the 2024 CHRISTMAS LECTURES.

CHRISTMAS LECTURES live filming to be shown at 13 livestream venues Read more

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