Space exploration is chock-full of jaw-dropping stories, some iconic like the Apollo lunar missions, and some “hidden gems”.

This December, space scientist and renowned science communicator Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock will be presenting the CHRISTMAS LECTURES in their 200th year titled ‘Is there life beyond earth?’. Maggie ...

This December, the Royal Institution’s Christmas Lectures will take young audiences on a journey from the origins of space and time to the technologies that will shape our future of exploration. As ...

Discuss how technology can support all of us to live more connected lives, no matter how we think, see, hear, move, or communicate. Design an inclusive game controller, then train an AI model to ...

A record number of partner venues will livestream the filming of the 200th anniversary CHRISTMAS LECTURES® when this year’s Lecturer, space scientist Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, takes centre stage ...

Space exploration gave us more than Moon rocks; it delivered life-changing products we now take for granted. Explore the biggest terrestrial impacts of research initially designed for zero gravity.

We are now looking for three candidates to be nominated for our Trustee elections, with Finance, Building Architecture and Fundraising skills. The deadline is 9am on 17 December 2025, and if you are ...

Our vision is that science is for everyone, and we believe there should be equitable access to all of the Ri's science engagement programmes. We aim to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to ...

Explore the history and architecture of our historic 21, Albemarle Street home with an expert member of our Collections and Heritage team, and discover the stories behind our museum displays. Our ...

From the first electrical transformer to the tube that told us why the sky is blue, view the actual objects scientists of the Royal Institution built in some of the world's most famous experiments.