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We offer free opportunities for secondary, sixth form and college students from all backgrounds to participate in authentic research while at school and make valuable, recognised contributions to the scientific community.

OUR VISION

For every young person to experience research & innovation

CONFERENCES

430 students from 52 presented at events in London, Manchester and Exeter

FEATURE PROJECT

Unbridle students’ curiosity with a creative approach to chemistry.

IMPACT

Making strides and changing students perceptions

IRIS AWARDS

Celebrating the brightest stars and the teachers and partners who inspired them

STEM R&I FRAMEWORK

Our guide to building a culture of research & innovation in schools

Find out more about starting a research project at your school

NATIONAL R&I ACCELERATOR

Our plan to help schools capture the imagination and talent of the next gen

10 ideas for lowering carbon emissions in schools