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What we require and what we can provide

Requirements for exhibitors

  • Exhibitors must be from academic institutions, industry, or science-related sectors, with innovative and interactive research. The lead applicant should be a senior UK-based researcher
  • While Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ will provide funding of up to £5,000 per exhibit (plus an additional fund of up to £3,000 to  support travel and accommodation for teams based outside of London), exhibitors should secure their own additional funding for exhibit costs, including travel and accommodation, from their institution or other relevant bodies
  • Exhibits should be engaging, accessible and interactive for a diverse audience
  • Exhibitors are required to have a team available at the stand and engage with the public for the entire duration of the exhibition (Tuesday 29 June – Sunday 4 July 2027)
  • Identify a key point of contact who will work with both their internal teams and contractors (on exhibit design and production, digital, press, staff rota, etc.) and Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ teams (public engagement, facilities, press, digital, etc)

Support provided by Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­

  • The opportunity to connect with tens of thousands of people, in-person and online, from across the UK
  • An Exhibitor Support Fund of up to £5,000 per exhibit is available. Exhibit teams located outside of London will also have the opportunity to apply for additional funding of up to £3,000 to support team travel and accommodation during the week. These applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
  • Bespoke, tailored training, worth up to £2,500, delivered on-site at your host institution or selected location by experienced public engagement and communications professional, Dr Steve Cross
  • Advice and guidance, through formal training days, planning events, webinars, and one-to-one conversations between exhibitors and Royal Society staff
  • Advice on funding and post-exhibition evaluation data
  • Press and marketing campaigns
  • Exhibit space (standard size of 4m x 2m), plus Wi-Fi, power and IT support if required
  • Opportunities to network with selected guests, industry experts, Fellows of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­, and representatives from the media, government and policy influencers, at two evening Soiree events

Find essential information about exhibiting at the Summer Science Exhibition and how to apply.