23K views · 725 reactions | Hear more from the 2023 Christmas Lecturer, Mike Wooldridge, as he explains what Artificial Intelligence is. Remember to tune in tonight on BBC Four or iPlayer to watch the first lecture in which we will uncover the truth about AI. The CHRISTMAS LECTURES from the Royal Institution are supported by CGI | Royal Institution of Great Britain | Facebook

347K views · 8.5K reactions | The secret's out!  The 2025 Christmas Lectures, supported by CGI, will be presented by Dr Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock, and will be about outer space and all the scientific wonders beyond planet Earth. We can't wait until December! Find out more: rigb.org/christmas-lectures | Royal Institution of Great Britain | Facebook

Our world-class science lectures are accessible for free or better than half-price to our Members. Plus, ad-free videos, and entry to our Christmas Lectures ballot! | Royal Institution of Great Britain

LAST CHANCE to join the ballot to attend the 2023 Christmas Lectures! Become a member and get: 🎟️ Free or better than half-price science lectures 📺 Early access, ad-free videos 👩‍🔬 Exclusive events 🛍️ Heaps of discounts Learn more: https://www.rigb.org/christmas-lectures/join-us-christmas-lectures-live-filming | Royal Institution of Great Britain

Free school science shows alert! 🔥 The Ri and Science Made Simple have teamed up to bring funded school science shows in Welsh, in addition to the English ones we already offer! Schools all over the UK can apply to receive a visit from the Ri, which includes three science show performances and a CPD training session for teachers—all absolutely free. Follow the link to register and be the first to know when applications open for the 2026-2027 academic year: rigb.org/learning/grants-schools -- Si

Why do atoms form those lovely regular structures when packed together? ⚛️ Sir Richard Catlow shows us with a surprisingly simple yet effective demonstration. | Royal Institution of Great Britain

214K views · 4.3K reactions | What an electric demonstration! ⚡For a taste of what our events for curious young minds are like, Dan Plane (Ri Head of Demo) shows us how static electricity works. This clip will make your hairs stand up! | Royal Institution of Great Britain | Facebook