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With the future of the world in the balance, everyone has a role to play in making it better. How will you join in?

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We’re continuing our National Apprenticeship Week 2026 spotlight on young talent by celebrating our final 2025 Apprentice Prize winner, Georgia Wignall.

Her work highlights the real contribution apprentices make to the chemical sciences: https://rsc.li/4a7ZWIT #NAW2026 #SkillsForLife #ChemSky
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February 12, 2026 at 6:54 PM
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💭 Fill your year with events & conferences offering countless opportunities.
🤝 Join interest groups & share your ideas with people who can help you develop.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Take your place in a community that’s been yours since you first fell in love with science.

Join the RSC: https://rsc.li/4rMLPPj

#ChemSky
Your next step is membership - join to build your network.
February 12, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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RSC responds to comments from Sir Jim Ratcliffe...

Statement also available on our website
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February 12, 2026 at 4:24 PM
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⏳ Starting soon this year’s @errantscience.com #RSCPoster live webinar a fun look into the history of cartooning, plus practical tips for your poster. 🎨🎓 Sponsored by @unisouthampton.bsky.social

👉 Tune in at 4PM via the RSC LinkedIn (https://rsc.li/49HZJL7) page to take part! #ChemSky
Poster for a Royal Society of Chemistry event titled "#RSCPoster 2026: How to Cartoon Chemistry." It features a cartoon illustration of lab equipment and a periodic table element layout spelling "Poster." The date is February 12th at 16:00 GMT, and the event is live on LinkedIn. The University of Southampton logo is present at the bottom left.
February 12, 2026 at 3:55 PM
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Navigating state benefits can be complex – but you don’t have to face it alone.

The Chemists’ Community Fund (CCF) offers confidential support for Royal Society of Chemistry members and their families, including access to guidance on state benefits: https://rsc.li/4tu9jKp #RSCCommFund #ChemSky
Bright orange background features a neon outline of a person turned to the side. On the top left, "Chemists' Community Fund" is written, and the top right displays the "Royal Society of Chemistry" logo. A quote reads: "When I first received support from the CCF, I felt a very big relief filled with hope."
February 12, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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Have you checked out our database of approved training courses yet?

It’s easy to navigate – just use the filters to find the best course for your needs (and if you don’t know where to start, we’ve got recommendations).

Browse high quality course options: https://rsc.li/4jWf1Rc #ChemSky
Our training course database is live Find high quality courses, approved by the RSC [CTA] What could you learn?
February 12, 2026 at 11:15 AM
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What if methane + light could deliver clean H₂ and carbon nanotubes?
New methane photolysis research shows it’s possible - without extreme heat.

🔗 Read #openaccess: https://rsc.li/3OjEA2x

@ees-journals.rsc.org #ChemSky #PoweringPossibilities #CleanEnergy #EnergyInnovation
This diagram from the Royal Society of Chemistry illustrates a process involving natural gas, solar irradiance, and catalysts to produce hydrogen (H2) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT). The hydrogen is shown being used in a system resembling a fuel pump, and the MWCNT is linked to a Li-ion portable storage battery.
February 11, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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Join peers and invited speakers and impact the field of catalysis science with your research.

Poster abstract deadline is now 17 February. Drive the conversation at the forefront of catalysis science: rsc.li/cst-symposium-2026

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Catalysis Science & Technology symposium - submit your poster abstract by 17 February.
February 11, 2026 at 5:09 PM
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Early bird registration for our Vibrations of interfaces channels Faraday Discussion closes on 23 February. Join us to discuss the newest discoveries, share solutions to common problems & forecast the most promising areas for investigation. Register now to save £50: rsc.li/vibrations-fd2026 #ChemSky
Here is a visually vibrant advertisement for a scientific event hosted by the Royal Society of Chemistry. It promotes "Vibrations at Interfaces," taking place from April 8-10, 2026, in Manchester, UK. The early bird registration deadline is February 23, 2026. The image includes colorful abstract graphics and the Faraday Discussions logo.
February 11, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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Our mission is to support every member of the chemical science community. Your donations help fund mentoring, events and projects that champion women and girls in science and remove barriers in STEM.

Donate today: https://rsc.li/4aK7L7G

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026 - help support women in STEM.
February 11, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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Our @Faraday_D #FD_Optoelectron is your chance to get your research in front of peers and leading experts, including introductory lecturer Anna Fontcuberta i Morra and closing remarks lecturer Andriy Zakutayev.

Submit your abstract by 20 April: rsc.li/optoelectron-fd2026
Poster for the Royal Society of Chemistry event titled "Emerging materials for optoelectronics applications," taking place from July 1-3, 2026, in Edinburgh, UK. The deadline for poster abstracts is April 20, 2026. There is also a "Submit now" button for Faraday Discussions. The right side features a close-up image of electronic components.
February 11, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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One month to go until #RSCPoster 2026 🎉
3–4 March 2026 - fully online on LinkedIn
A global, low-barrier conference for students, ECRs & beyond. No travel, no fees, just great science and discussion.

All infos here: rsc.li/poster

#RSCPoster #MaterialsChemistry #ECRs #AcademicSky
February 9, 2026 at 7:53 AM
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And a well-attended satellite event @uni-of-warwick.bsky.social Chemistry Department proudly watched the live stream with breakfast funded by @rsc.org Diversity & Inclusion Fund

#GWB2026 #WomenInChemistry
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February 10, 2026 at 5:48 PM
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Many Voices 🎤 One Science 🔬

A fascinating day in London 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 for @rsc.org @iupac.org Global Women’s Breakfast #GWB2026 🎉

Many thanks to @marygarson.bsky.social, @lauralmcc.bsky.social, @chemfunman.bsky.social that we worked together for thoughtful discussions on Organising Committee for #IUPACGWB 👍
February 10, 2026 at 10:26 PM
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Let’s celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2026!

Read all about Christina Dumitriu-Jackson, 2025 RSC Apprentice Prize winner for her work in analytical chemistry – a great example of the talent apprentices bring to the chemical sciences! ▶️ https://rsc.li/4kpA1jf

#NAW2026 #SkillsForLife #ChemSky
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February 10, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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Celebrating #GWB2026, our final inclusion and diversity prize recipient is Professor Paul Walton from @york.ac.uk for exemplary and wide-ranging contributions over two decades, promoting the use of evidence-based thinking in gender equality in the chemical sciences.
February 10, 2026 at 11:15 AM
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Celebrating #GWB2026, our next inclusion and diversity award goes to Prof Jennifer Leigh from @ucukent.bsky.social for exceptional and innovative research addressing and highlighting systemic discrimination, amplifying underrepresented groups to create intersectional and inclusive research cultures
February 10, 2026 at 11:06 AM
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Celebrating #GWB2026, our first Inclusion and Diversity award recognises the We Are Chemistry team – represented today by Dr Dani Pearson from @uni-of-warwick.bsky.social. Initiatives including Women in Chemistry and Warwick Black Chemistry Society have engaged over 20,000 participants since 2022
February 10, 2026 at 10:42 AM
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Wonderful morning celebrating the IUPAC Global Women’s Breakfast 2026 under the theme “Many Voices, One Science”!
Grateful to be part of the organising team and to have so many inspiring conversations about women in chemistry and community. @rsc.org @marygarson.bsky.social @iupac.org #RACIWInCQLD
February 10, 2026 at 9:54 AM
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Join us as we celebrate the @iupac.org Global Women’s Breakfast! 🎉 Our day is packed with inspiring talks, presentations, discussions and networking both online and in person. #GWB2026 #GWB
February 10, 2026 at 10:09 AM
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We're delighted that AstraZeneca is back as a sponsor for the #RSCOrg subject category at this year's #RSCPoster!

🔗 Don’t miss out — get involved and register today - https://rsc.li/3XGGvzS #ChemSky
An abstract image with orange geometric lines and dots. Text reads: "#RSCPoster 2026" and "#RSCOrg subject category sponsor." The AstraZeneca logo is displayed alongside the Royal Society of Chemistry logo. The text "Get involved" is also present.
February 6, 2026 at 2:09 PM
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The 2026 Honorary Fellows include Carolyn R. Bertozzi, Sir David MacMillan, Dame Margaret Brimble, Dame Clare Grey, Kelly Chibale, Jane Catherine Ngila and Sir Demis Hassabis.
See the full list: rsc.li/4qXScPv #ChemSky
February 6, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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We’re proud to announce the Royal Society of Chemistry’s 2026 Honorary Fellows, recognising seven world-leading scientists whose work spans medicine, energy, sustainability, AI and global health. Read more: rsc.li/46k1Svu #ChemSky
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February 6, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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🌪️🌊 A single device that harvests wind and water flow energy?
Check out this hybrid triboelectric nanogenerator (H-TENG) that does just that - sustainable marine power in action.

🔗 Read the #openaccess study: https://rsc.li/4rr57Jw
#ChemSky #CleanEnergy #PoweringPossibilities #EnergyHarvesting
The image is an illustration depicting an offshore monitoring system connected to various platforms and a satellite. It includes a marine vessel and a coastal antenna tower. The Royal Society of Chemistry logo is visible in the top left corner.
February 5, 2026 at 6:53 PM
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Don’t miss the chance to share your work in electrochemical devices for applications across Earth & space! #FD_ElectrochemDevices is your chance to get noticed for your latest research and network within your community. ➡️ Submit by 16 February: rsc.li/electrochemical-fd2026 #ChemSky
Royal Society of Chemistry banner for an event titled "Bridging electrochemical devices across Earth and space applications," taking place in London, UK, from 2-4 November 2026. Deadline for oral abstract submissions is 16 February 2026. Faraday Discussions section highlighted with "Submit now" button. Background features a graphic of Earth connected to abstract design elements.
February 5, 2026 at 5:09 PM