Science for society
The Royal Society has published the Science for society report exploring the multiple connections…
News and resources
Explore the latest work from the Royal Society, from news stories and blog posts to policy statements and projects. You can also find resources for teachers and history of science researchers.
News
Leading scientists answer the vaccine questions people are searching for as childhood uptake remains below target
The Royal Society and Academy of Medical Sciences have brought together world leading vaccine scientists to answer the questions people are searching for online about vaccines....
‘Dazzling’ globetrotting adventure in history of alchemy wins 2026 Royal Society Trivedi Science Book Prize
The Age of Alchemy: How Early Innovators Shaped Modern Chemistry by self-proclaimed science adventurer Kit Chapman has been announced as the winner of the 2026 Royal Society Trivedi Science Book...
Russian attack on Ukrainian Academy of Sciences
Paul Nurse, President of the Royal Society, responds to the attack on the Ukrainian Academy of Sciences....
Publications
Diversity of applications for Royal Society early-career fellowship programmes - 2025
The Royal Society 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 the Royal Society explores how industrial waste heat can be captured, stored,…
Artificial Intelligence in Education
The Royal Society 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 the Royal Society 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 the Royal Society: Part 1
Veronica van Heyningen, academic freedom representative at the Royal Society, discusses academic…