22/05/2026
We're thrilled to share that we're joining forces with the Royal Institution of Great Britain to expand public engagement in science, establishing us as a regional hub across the Midlands.
Under this agreement, we will collaborate on:
🔬The development and delivery of collaborative activities for the purposes of public engagement and outreach
🥼 Delivering training activities for members of both parties
🧪 Joint research projects to facilitate and enhance these activities
Warwick has a longstanding and proud relationship with the Royal Institution, from the 1978 Christmas Lectures delivered by Warwick founding Professor Christopher Zeeman, to the collaborative work taking place today. The new partnership, supported by the Warwick Institute of Engagement, has already seen Ri training events hosted on campus and future speaker events planned at Warwick - continuing a shared commitment to inspiring curiosity, discovery and public engagement.
"We know that the UK public wants to see and hear more about science, and we know that scientific research is better when the public is involved. So, we are delighted to be combining our heritage of scientific discovery, demonstrations and pioneering public engagement, with the leading-edge research being undertaken at Warwick." - Katherine Mathieson, Director of the Royal Institution
"This partnership with the Royal Institution, an institution with over two centuries of bringing science to the public, marks an exciting next chapter. Together, we can reach communities across the Midlands and beyond, inspiring the next generation of scientists." - Professor Caroline Meyer, Provost, University of Warwick
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