Climate

Plastic: from wonder material to worrying problem

Find out why our reliance on this wonder material is so problematic for our world.

Art, culture and society

What's it like to be an intern at the Ri?

Find out more about what it's like to intern at the Ri, helping students to learn more about science.

Art, culture and society

Why religious representation in science matters

Director of the Ri Katherine Mathieson sets out why showcasing scientists from communities under-represented in STEM is a vital

Art, culture and society

Science for all schools: the impact of Ri grants

Science technician Ian Bowkett tells us how the Ri Science In Schools grant scheme has been getting students more excited about

Art, culture and society

Sir Richard Catlow, Chair of the Royal Institution, celebrates the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III

Sir Richard and all of us at the Ri pay tribute to His Majesty King Charles III, in celebration of the auspicious occasion of

Brain

What is dopamine?

Get a better understanding of one of the brain's most important neurochemicals – dopamine. Discover its role, effects, and how

Technology and engineering

GMOs: good or bad? History and science

Molecular biologist and Ri PhD Intern Camilla Molinari tunes out the noise and examines the facts about GMOs.

11 mind-blowing talks about black holes

Dive into one of the most absorbing topics in astrophysics.

Art, culture and society

Science is for everyone. Royal Institution launches new five-year strategy

The Royal Institution has today launched a new five-year strategy, setting out its plans to provide more opportunities for

Art, culture and society

Connecting with science: the importance of British Science Week

After a week spent celebrating British Science Week, Ri Director Katherine Mathieson invites us to turn the week into a year