In-person / Livestream Talks and shows SELLING FAST - A history of Islam and science Mon 27 Nov 2023 Embark on a captivating exploration of the rich history intertwining Islam and Science with the esteemed scholar Tim Winter. SELLING FAST - A history of Islam and science Read more
Blog History of science The history of the Friday Evening Discourse For nearly 200 years, the Ri has brought together scientists, members and the public in conversation through our Discourses The history of the Friday Evening Discourse Read more
Video Biology and the human body History of science The hidden history of DNA - with Gareth Williams Who were the unsung heroes behind the discovery of DNA? From its discovery in pus-soaked bandages in 1868, to the aftermath of The hidden history of DNA - with Gareth Williams Read more
Podcast History of science Physics Podcast: How Peter Higgs proposed the Higgs boson – with Frank Close Frank Close explores the life of Nobel prize-winning scientist Peter Higgs. Podcast: How Peter Higgs proposed the Higgs boson – with Frank Close Read more
Video History of science Maths The story of mathematical proof – with John Stillwell Discover the surprising history of proof, a mathematically vital concept. The story of mathematical proof – with John Stillwell Read more
In-person Talks and shows The hidden history of measurement Fri 02 Jun 2023 Discover the revelatory and vibrant story of measurement which will make you see the world around you differently. The hidden history of measurement Read more
Video Chemistry History of science Computer modelling for molecular science – with Sir Richard Catlow High-performance, realistic computer simulations are crucially important for science and engineering, even allowing scientists Computer modelling for molecular science – with Sir Richard Catlow Read more
Blog History of science The life-saving lamp: Humphry Davy's fight against firedamp Read more about Humphry Davy's lifes-aving safety lamp, in the collection here at the Ri. The life-saving lamp: Humphry Davy's fight against firedamp Read more
Blog History of science Michael Faraday’s piece of space Find out more about Michael Faraday's meteorite and how important it has been for science. Michael Faraday’s piece of space Read more
In-person Talks and shows How 26 lines of code changed the world Mon 03 Apr 2023 Discover the stories behind the computer coding that touches all aspects of life. How 26 lines of code changed the world Read more
