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Exhibit your work at the Summer Science Exhibition 2020
We learnt a lot from every single visitor and for the first time we had the chance to be on the other side of the bench and see how much people appreciate what we do. It was extremely heart-warming. Through the SSE we sparked people's curiosity, encouraged critical thinking, and ignited a passion for scientific exploration in the minds of our visitors.
I would highly recommend taking part in Summer Science, for the exposure it has given our research, and for the fantastic experience of connecting with visitors and getting direct feedback.
One of the most enjoyable and satisfying outreach opportunities that I have ever taken part in. The range of background of visitor is so wide that almost each encounter brings up something new.
It was a fantastic experience both in terms of the week itself but also for the skills portfolio that we developed as a team. As team leader I would now feel confident taking on big projects and in my own abilities to lead and direct.
A unique opportunity to showcase your research at the UK’s most prestigious science exhibition. Applications to exhibit at the 2024 Summer Science Exhibition are now open.
If you are interested in attending an online session with the public engagement team on 5 September 2023 (12:00-13:00), please register here.
For all enquires, please email us.
Find out more about exhibiting at the Summer Science Exhibition.
The call for proposals will close at 3pm on Monday 2 October 2023.
Each year over 14,000 members of the public, including 2,500 school students, visit the Summer Science Exhibition. Many more are reached through coverage on TV, in the media and online.
The exhibition provides a unique opportunity to raise the profile of your research and institution with key influencers, including potential funders, government and the public. We welcome proposals from researchers in academia, industry and in between, as long as the project lead is UK-based.
Learn more about the process and benefits of exhibiting at the Summer Science Exhibition.
Key dates
- Opening date for proposals: 7 May 2019
- Closing date for proposals: 3pm on 10 September 2019
- Proposal results announced: Late October 2019
- Planning Day: 25 November 2019
- Exhibition set-up: 4 - 5 July 2020
- Exhibition: 6 - 12 July 2020
- Exhibition break-down: 13 July 2020
Writing your proposal
- Guidance for completing your proposal (PDF)
- Successful proposals from past years (PDF)
- Template document to draft your proposal (DOC)
- Browse exhibits from the 2019 exhibition
Selection criteria
The Summer Science Exhibition Committee will invite 21 research exhibits to take part in the 2020 Summer Science Exhibition.
They aim to select exhibits that cover a broad spectrum of scientific disciplines. Three groups will also be selected as reserves.
Selection will be based on:
- Quality and cutting edge science
The most important component: the science on show should be novel, robust and ground-breaking - Interactive and hands-on elements
Wherever possible, exhibits should contain elements that visitors can touch and try out to understand the scientific concepts behind the research - Interest to a broad audience
The most successful exhibits are those that are relevant to visitors or their experiences
Learn more about exhibiting at the Summer Science Exhibition or read our guide for industry exhibitors.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email us on exhibition@royalsociety.org or call on +44 20 7451 2582.