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Explore a new area of science every month from the world's sharpest minds. 'From the Theatre' episodes every second Wednesday of the month, bringing you talks from the Ri's world-renowned Theatre. Ri Science Podcast original episodes every last Wednesday of the month, lifting the lid on the science all around us.

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Why have so many people died during the heatwaves spread across Europe this summer, and is it a direct result of climate change?

And what technology is being developed to help us prevent damage from wildfires as they become more prevalent?

Statist... more

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What is a solar eclipse? How is it safe to watch? And what other types of eclipses are there?

This month, we revisit Frank Close's talk from the theatre where he explored what causes solar eclipses, and ahead of the first total solar eclipse visible... more

Quantum physics has gone through two major revolutions over the past century, which has transformed how we understand and practise theoretical physics. But what has still been left unanswered through these revolutions?

Theoretical physicist Ross Jen... more

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Eline van der Kruk takes us on a journey to the world of biomechanics, a place where computer simulations and smart sensors are being developed to push the boundaries of human movement. The Karl Luyben Lecture is dedicated to rector magnificus emerit... more

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Frank Close
Physicist and author, expert on eclipses
Ri Science Podcast
Episode: From the Theatre: What is a solar eclipse? - with Frank Close
Ross Jenkinson
Postdoctoral research associate studying quantum field theory and quantum computing
University of Manchester
Episode: Quantum field theory, AI, and the future of theoretical physics - with Ross Jenkinson
Izzy Jayasinghe
Head of Department of Molecular Medicine, UNSW; researcher in cell signalling and heart disease
University of New South Wales
Episode: Cell signalling, heart disease, and the hidden physics of light - with Izzy Jayasinghe and Alfredo Carpineti
Alfredo Carpineti
Astrophysicist, science journalist, author
Independent/PR in STEM advocacy
Episode: Cell signalling, heart disease, and the hidden physics of light - with Izzy Jayasinghe and Alfredo Carpineti
Kirsty Duffy
University of Oxford
Episode: Unveiling the ghost particle: Neutrinos and their impact on particle physics - with Kirsty Duffy
Stephen Bown
Expert in laser medicine and founder of the National Medical Laser Centre at UCL
National Medical Laser Centre, University College London
Episode: From the Lab: Treating cancer with light through photodynamic therapy - with Stephen Bown
Jennifer Frost
Leader of a research group at Kings College London investigating placental genetics and transposon regulation
Kings College London
Episode: How does epigenetics impact the placenta? - with Jennifer Frost
Anil Seth
Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience; Director of the Centre for Consciousness Science, University of Sussex
University of Sussex
Episode: The science of consciousness: Could a conscious AI exist? - with Anil Seth
Sri Subramanian
Professor of Computer Science at UCL; co-founder of Acoustofab and Auditraptics
University College London; Acoustofab; Auditraptics
Episode: From the Lab: The future of sound wave engineering - with Sriram Subramanian

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Lia
Host of Ri Science Podcast with ties to Ri Science Podcast brand and Royal Institution collaborations

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 217 ratings
  • Amazing

    Podcast Addict
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    Inklin
    2 years ago
  • So informative!

    Really enjoy how informative and interesting each episode is. Great questions from the interviewer too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GEW97
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • To Science Podcast BBC

    Excellent information on a disease, endometriosis, that is useful, truthfully and unsparingly presented.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earnest Fan
    United States6 years ago
  • Amazing

    Really excellent top quality speakers great Q&A sessions all you ever wanted from a science podcast and more! Educational informative topical

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paleofast
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Love these!

    Please post all your lectures!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    williamnapp
    United States8 years ago

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Episodes are described as top-tier, featuring excellent speakers and insightful Q&A sessions.
Listeners describe the show as highly informative and well-researched, with high-quality questions from the host.
Guests and topics are consistently engaging and accessible, making complex science approachable.
Quality of science communication is repeatedly praised, with strong translational insights and practical takeaways.
Audience notes the breadth of topics from physics to medicine and space as a strength.

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Quantum field theory, AI, and the future of theoretical physics - with Ross Jenkinson
Q: How can quantum simulations on qubits advance our understanding of gravity and black holes?
By directly simulating quantum systems that couple to gravitational effects, researchers can test how quantum mechanics and gravity behave together without forcing a top-down fusion of theories.
Quantum field theory, AI, and the future of theoretical physics - with Ross Jenkinson
Q: What does the crossover look like between artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and quantum field theory?
AI helps analyze very large physics datasets and accelerates pattern recognition in simulations, enabling faster exploration of quantum systems and gravity-related problems.
From the Lab: Treating cancer with light through photodynamic therapy - with Stephen Bown
Q: What are the future directions or exciting prospects for PDT?
Future directions include combining PDT with radiotherapy or chemotherapy, using it as an immunostimulant to provoke anti-cancer immune responses, and expanding applications to infections and non-cancer tissues.
From the Lab: Treating cancer with light through photodynamic therapy - with Stephen Bown
Q: Where is PDT most commonly applicable and how is light delivered?
PDT is most successful in superficial cancers and cancers accessible via endoscopes; light is delivered through endoscopes or externally with lasers, and the wavelength is chosen to maximize tissue penetration and photosensitiser activation.
From the Lab: Treating cancer with light through photodynamic therapy - with Stephen Bown
Q: What is photodynamic therapy at its core and how does it work?
PDT combines a photosensitiser drug with light to excite tissue oxygen into singlet oxygen, which damages targeted cancer cells; the process requires enough photosensitiser in tissue, sufficient light, and adequate oxygenation to be effective, and the response is generally gentler than other therapies.

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What is Ri Science Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show covers a broad sweep of science, from fundamental physics and quantum technologies to biology, medicine, space, and AI. Episodes frequently feature researchers and clinicians who translate complex science into accessible insights, often highlighting cutting-edge techniques (e.g., quantum simulations, super-resolution microscopy, photodynamic therapy, ancient DNA) and the societal or ethical implications of new discoveries. A notable strength is bringing cross-disciplinary perspectives—scientists, journalists, and science communicators collaborate to connect lab bench breakthroughs with real-world applications, policy, and public engagement.

A standout aspect is the consistent focus on explaining how advanced science works in prac... more

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