Blog Climate Plastic: from wonder material to worrying problem Find out why our reliance on this wonder material is so problematic for our world. Plastic: from wonder material to worrying problem Read more
Video Technology and engineering How code has changed the world - with Torie Bosch Why does computer code have such a huge impact on our lives? From the Y2K bug to the history of pop-up ads, discover how code How code has changed the world - with Torie Bosch Read more
Blog Art, culture and society What's it like to be an intern at the Ri? Find out more about what it's like to intern at the Ri, helping students to learn more about science. What's it like to be an intern at the Ri? Read more
Video Chemistry Pyrotrickery - with Matthew Tosh Ever wondered about the secrets behind pyrotechnics? Discover the science that makes these spectacular displays possible. Pyrotrickery - with Matthew Tosh Read more
Video Physics Technology and engineering Is interstellar travel possible? – with Les Johnson What does a NASA scientist thinks about the future of interstellar travel? Find out about the challenges and the realities of Is interstellar travel possible? – with Les Johnson Read more
Video Biology and the human body Investigative genetic genealogy – with Turi King How can genetic testing and DNA typing help solve crimes? And what are the issues with using these techniques? Investigative genetic genealogy – with Turi King Read more
In-person Talks and shows The secrets of Einstein's Equation Mon 14 Aug 2023 Explore some of the biggest ideas of the Universe with Sean M Carroll. The secrets of Einstein's Equation Read more
Blog Art, culture and society Why religious representation in science matters Director of the Ri Katherine Mathieson sets out why showcasing scientists from communities under-represented in STEM is a vital Why religious representation in science matters Read more
In-person Talks and shows Nuclear Now (UK Premiere): In conversation with Oliver Stone Wed 14 Jun 2023 The London Institute and the Ri host the UK premiere of Nuclear Now, followed by a conversation with Oscar-winning director Nuclear Now (UK Premiere): In conversation with Oliver Stone Read more
Video Maths The joy of abstract mathematical thinking - with Eugenia Cheng Category theory is an abstract branch of mathematics – but did you know it can be both fun, and extremely useful for everyday The joy of abstract mathematical thinking - with Eugenia Cheng Read more
