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RSC responds to comments from Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Response to INEOS founder's comments in Sky News interview
12 February 2026
Water quality focus of RSC Sustainability essay competition
We have partnered with the International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development again for their annual sustainability essay competition.
10 February 2026
Case study: navigating state benefits with CCF support
Learn how a Chemists' Community Fund caseworker provided practical, ongoing support to a member dealing with a difficult personal situation.
09 February 2026
Clive Hamlin
25 January 1941 — 1 January 2026
05 February 2026
Seven world-class scientists awarded Honorary Fellowships
The Royal Society of Chemistry is proud to announce that seven of the world's most influential scientists have been awarded Honorary Fellowships.
04 February 2026
RSC sets out ambitious new sustainability strategy
We have published our first sustainability strategy, setting out our vision of a sustainable future and roles in driving impact towards the UN SDGs.
03 February 2026
In conversation with Emily Pentzer
Award-winning associate professor Emily Pentzer, Editor-in-Chief of RSC Applied Polymers, shares advice for authors.
21 January 2026
Metal dendrites used for tougher, more conductive hydrogels
Electrochemically grown metal networks inside gels overcome the long-standing trade-off between strength and conductivity.
15 January 2026
Chemical scientists recognised in New Year Honours
Our outgoing Honorary Treasurer, Claire Gallery-Strong is among the chemical scientists recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours.
29 December 2025
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John William Lewis obituary
15 September 1932 - 10 September 2025
24 December 2025
In conversation with Ryan Richards
Our associate editor for RSC Applied Interfaces offers his advice to authors looking to grab the attention of his editorial team.
16 December 2025
Why chemistry needs more disability-inclusive laboratories
Head of Global Inclusion Dr Ale Palermo explains the barriers facing disabled scientists, what we risk losing without action and what can be done
03 December 2025