Watch Support Search What's on Education Christmas Lectures Our history About Blog About → News → News The latest news, updates and announcements from across the Ri. Display Show all Summer 2014 Spring 2014 Winter 2013 Autumn 2013 Summer 2013 Spring 2013 Show all Get stuck into science this summer 12.06.2014 Don't miss out! Many of our Ri Summer Schools have now sold out, so please book your places soon to enjoy a summer packed with hands-on science. Royal Institution and the University of Central Lancashire to open a new Young Scientist Centre 10.06.2014 Thousands of young people across the North West will benefit from a groundbreaking new educational facility in Preston opening in October 2014. Dr Diane Crann receives the 2014 Rooke Award for public engagement 27.05.2014 Dr Diane Crann has been chosen as this year's recipient of the Royal Academy of Engineering's prestigious Rooke Award for excellence in public engagement. Your Life campaign 07.05.2014 The Royal Institution has signed up to the government's Your Life campaign launched today to encourage more girls and young women to be inspired by science, technology, mathematics and engineering. Exclusive trial offer for new Science Uncovered magazine 30.04.2014 The Royal Institution has teamed up with the exciting new magazine Science Uncovered to run an exclusive trial offer valid until 6 June 2014. Inspiring the next generation of scientists with Generating Genius 25.04.2014 This year the L’Oréal Young Scientist Centre is teaming up with Generating Genius for the first time to inspire promising sixth-formers to pursue a career in science. Robotics set to bring engineering to life in new Ri Masterclass 22.04.2014 A new robotics-themed Ri Masterclass is one of only 22 projects in the UK awarded an Ingenious grant by the Royal Academy of Engineering. Do we value practical science? 10.04.2014 The Ri's Director of Science and Education Gail Cardew responds to Ofqual's announcement that science practicals will no longer count towards A-level grades. Get stuck into science this summer with the Royal Institution 07.04.2014 The Ri has a fun-filled summer holiday calendar packed with over 50 hands-on workshops for all ages covering topics in science, maths, computing and engineering. @ri_science gets ready for #MuseumWeek 2014 20.03.2014 The Ri will join hundreds of museums and galleries across Europe for Twitter's first ever #MuseumWeek. Exhibitions at the Royal Institution - make a day of it 14.03.2014 The Royal Institution is pleased to be hosting the Society of Biology's photo competition exhibition, as well as permanent exhibitions in the Faraday Museum 'The Modern Alchemist' takes to the road in 2014 07.02.2014 The Ri and the Royal Society of Chemistry are taking the 2012 CHRISTMAS LECTURES on the road with the launch of a national tour of 'The Modern Alchemist'. Half-term science fun at the Ri 05.02.2014 Visit the Ri this February half-term for a series of fun and educational public events on science and maths. Mathematics Masterclasses expand to inspire more students across the capital 31.01.2014 A new three year partnership with the Company of Actuaries Charitable Trust will double the reach of our Mathematics Masterclasses for upper secondary school students in the capital. Ri to host Ada Lovelace Day Live 2014 24.01.2014 This year we are partnering with Ada Lovelace Day on Tuesday 14 October to host a live event celebrating women in science. The Ri celebrates women in science 22.01.2014 The Ri will celebrate women in science with its first ever all women line-up for a year of Friday Evening Discourses. Our 2013 CHRISTMAS LECTURES supporters 11.11.2013 Thank you to our fantastic community of supporters for making 'Life Fantastic' possible. 19th century engineering meets 21st century digital technology 08.11.2013 The Ri launches first ever e-book of original Davy Lamp manuscripts The Royal Institution backs the AllTrials campaign for greater transparency around clinical trials 07.11.2013 The Ri has signed the AllTrials petition calling for all past and present clinical trials to be registered and their results reported. The Royal Institution reveals its new online home 30.10.2013 The Ri is delighted to relaunch its website with a brand new design and a wealth of new content. Causeway Foundation supports our Enrichment & Enhancement grant schemes 28.10.2013 The Causeway Foundation and the Ri will work together to support more children and young people from disadvantaged areas to participate in STEM activities. Professor Brian Cox reveals the science behind Doctor Who at the Royal Institution 24.10.2013 To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who, Professor Brian Cox will reveal the secrets of our favourite Timelord in a BBC2 lecture filmed at the Royal Institution. The Royal Institution supports new government drive to encourage more girls into science and engineering 30.09.2013 Dr Gail Cardew, Director of Science and Education at the Royal Institution (Ri), will join a new government roundtable set up to consider how to engage, encourage and support more female students to take up STEM subjects. Dr Alison Woollard explores the frontiers of developmental biology in the 2013 CHRISTMAS LECTURES® 05.08.2013 Dr Alison Woollard from the University of Oxford will present the demonstration packed, three-part series called Life Fantastic which will air on BBC Four this Christmas. Results of the 2013 Election to the Board of Trustees 30.05.2013 Prof Lord Robert Winston, Prof Christopher Bishop and Prof Julia Buckingham have all been successfully re-elected to the Board of Trustees. Simon Mayo launches Royal Institution summer events programme 02.05.2013 One of Britain’s best-loved BBC presenters Simon Mayo will open the Royal Institution’s summer events programme on 18 May. Royal Institution receives £4.4 million donation 20.03.2013 Sir Richard Sykes, Chairman of the Royal Institution announced last night that the Ri has received a £4.4 million donation. Building a sustainable future for the Royal Institution 08.02.2013 An update on the Royal Institution’s financial situation and future plans. Statement from the Chairman 25.01.2013 Sir Richard Sykes, FRS, Chairman of the Royal Institution issued a statement to Members yesterday evening thanking them for their support and suggestions over the past week. Statement from the Chairman 18.01.2013 A statement from Sir Richard Sykes FRS, Chairman of the Royal Institution regarding the charity’s financial position. Join the Ri Ri Members experience more! Receive free or discounted tickets, access unique events and connect with others... 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