2001

Sir Tim Berners-Lee is elected to the Fellowship. His proposal of a global hypertext project in 1989 results in the creation of the WorldWide Web.  The internet

2004

The Royal Society's joint study on nanoscience and nanotechnologies is published, examining applications of the new technology, possible environmental impact and its far-reaching future potential.  Nanoscience

2006

Stephen Hawking is presented with the Copley Medal for his contributions to theoretical physics. The medal is first flown into space courtesy of NASA's Space Shuttle. Stephen Hawking

2010

  • Entrepreneurship is celebrated within the scientific community
  • Rigorous scientific policy advice helps guide responses to global challenges
  • The take up for science and mathematics at schools level increases
  • The Royal Society celebrates its 350th Anniversary 
 

2050

Our actions now will decide what will happen in the future.