Science for society
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» has published the Science for society report exploring the multiple connections…
News and resources
Explore the latest work from Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³», from news stories and blog posts to policy statements and projects. You can also find resources for teachers and history of science researchers.
News
Royal Society response to A level and vocational results
Professor Jane Clarke FRS, Chair of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» Advisory Committee on Mathematics Education, responds to the publication of today’s A level and vocational results....
Second cohort of exceptional research leaders awarded Royal Society Faraday Discovery Fellowships
Nine pioneering researchers have been announced as this years' recipients....
Total Solar Eclipse 1875 photographic plates found in archive returned to Royal Society library after 129 years
Photographic glass plates of a Total Solar Eclipse made 151 years ago during a Royal Society expedition to Siam [Thailand] have been rediscovered in the archives of the Royal Astronomical...
Publications
Diversity of applications for Royal Society early-career fellowship programmes - 2025
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» 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....
Recent projects
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Unlocking thermal energy: capture, storage and re-use of industrial waste heat
This report from Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» explores how industrial waste heat can be captured, stored,…
Artificial Intelligence in Education
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» 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 Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» 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 Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»: Part 1
Veronica van Heyningen, academic freedom representative at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³», discusses academic…