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Social media and connecting with our community

Social media – just like our partnerships, conferences, events and networks that span the globe – connects us with the chemical sciences community.

Members decide who will occupy key RSC governance posts

The Royal Society of Chemistry is pleased to announce the results of its 2025 elections.

Celebrating eight years of the Technician Commitment

Our CEO Dr Helen Pain pays tribute to those who serve as 'the backbone of UK science'.

RSC-backed BBC podcast 'Buried' wins major international award

A major BBC podcast series featuring Hollywood star Michael Sheen and backed by the RSC has won a top international audio award in New York.

Change Makers 2025 cohort: cleantech start-ups join accelerator programme for deep-tech chemistry ventures

Change Makers 2025 cohort: cleantech start-ups join accelerator programme for deep-tech chemistry ventures

Making the Case for Chemistry: update on our skills and research policy work

Head of Policy and Evidence, Tanya Sheridan, discusses what comes next for the UK higher education sector.

David Feakins

1930 – 30 April 2025

Dr John Hickman

30 May 1934 – 20 April 2025

RSC appoints new Chief Financial Officer

“I’m truly excited to support such a meaningful mission and to be joining a genuinely inspirational leadership team driving that change.”

RSC Honorary Fellows 2025

Four world-renowned scientists join prestigious list of RSC Honorary Fellows.

Sustainable Laboratories Grants round 2

RSC awards more than £200,000 in latest round of Sustainable Laboratories Grants funding

US tariffs and potential UK retaliatory measures: what this might mean for chemistry businesses and research