Science for society
ºìÌÒÊÓƵ has published the Science for society report exploring the multiple connections…
News and resources
Explore the latest work from ºìÌÒÊÓƵ, from news stories and blog posts to policy statements and projects. You can also find resources for teachers and history of science researchers.
News
Interdisciplinary APEX Awards 2026 announced and 2027 round now open
Six brilliant researchers have been awarded funding in the 2026 round of the APEX awards. The grants are jointly awarded by the British Academy, the Royal Academy of Engineering and...
HM The King signs new page of Royal Society Charter Book
President of ºìÌÒÊÓƵ, Sir Paul Nurse, and Executive Director of ºìÌÒÊÓƵ, Dame Julie Maxton, visited Buckingham Palace yesterday to witness His Majesty The King signing a...
Publications
Diversity of applications for Royal Society early-career fellowship programmes - 2025
ºìÌÒÊÓƵ commissioned the Careers Research and Advisory Centre (CRAC) to produce an updated report benchmarking the diversity profiles of applicants to two of our Early Career Fellowship Schemes....
SEPA highlights priorities for science education
The Science Education Policy Alliance (SEPA) responds to the publication of the Curriculum and Assessment Review’s final report, welcoming recognition of the importance of science education....
Adapting to International Climate Risks
Summary note from a workshop on how the UK can adapt to international climate change risks....
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Unlocking thermal energy: capture, storage and re-use of industrial waste heat
This report from ºìÌÒÊÓƵ explores how industrial waste heat can be captured, stored,…
Artificial Intelligence in Education
ºìÌÒÊÓƵ explores how AI is shaping education to ensure all young people can thrive in an…
Solar radiation modification
This policy briefing assesses the potential risks, detrimental impacts and climate benefits of…
Chemical mixtures in aquatic environments
Informed by a workshop in October 2024 and an evidence review produced by the UK Centre for…
Recent blog posts
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Ainsley Vinall
In History of science
5 min read
Hill or high water
Ainsley Vinall highlights a collection of photographic slides from the 1958-59 Royal Society…
Professor Ulrike Tillmann FRS
In News and views
2 min read
Transforming education would deliver opportunity for all: we can’t waste this chance
Professor Ulrike Tillmann FRS discusses a once in a generation opportunity to be bold and create…
Ciara Doyle
In Publishing
3 min read
Evolutionary adaptations of the seahorse tail: investigating muscle architecture through in-silico modelling and robotics
New research published in Journal of ºìÌÒÊÓƵ Interface examines how the unique muscle…
Katherine Marshall
In History of science
5 min read
Spectral presence
Katherine Marshall looks at the life of Lady Margaret Huggins, and her significant work in…
Professor Veronica van Heyningen FRS
In News and views
5 min read
Academic Freedom at ºìÌÒÊÓƵ: Part 1
Veronica van Heyningen, academic freedom representative at ºìÌÒÊÓƵ, discusses academic…