Enlightening the Constitutional Debate
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For more than two hundred years the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) has played a major role in Scotland’s development as an enlightened, innovative and competitive nation. |
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| Throughout our history individuals have made monetary contributions to aid the work of the RSE and their generosity and commitment has so often allowed us to plan for the future with greater security and flexibility. Earlier this year we launched the New Enlightenment Fund and you can read more about the fund and how you can support it here | ||
Next Events
Vaccines to Prevent and Treat Cancer
24 Jun 2013
Virus infections are responsible for about 1 in 5 human cancers. Professor Ian Frazer of the Translational Research Institute, Brisbane, will discuss how this knowledge has been used to develop vaccines for prevention of cervical cancer, and how they have shown to be effective. Our challenge is to see them used in the developing world, where the majority of cervical cancers occur.
Blood-curdling Stories from Scottish History
27 Jul 2013
Journey back in time with best-selling author Allan Burnett to an age of magic, monsters and mayhem. Learn about Lochaber's role in the nation's dark and bloody past, and find out how you can use historical facts and legends from the Dark Ages to the Second World War to spice up your own creative writing. Warning: features rodents, lice and soppy romantic poetry.
News
Queen's Birthday Honours
The RSE is pleased to offer congratulations to Fellows of the Society mentioned in the Queen's Birthday Honours. Fellows have been honoured for services to culture, microbiology and science.
Portrait of Professor Peter Higgs CH FRSE unveiled at the RSE
One of Scotland's leading artists, Victoria Crowe OBE FRSE was commissioned by the RSE to paint a portrait of Professor Peter Higgs CH FRSE, which was unveiled at the RSE Fellows' Summer Reception on Friday 14 June 2013.
RSE and Saltire Foundation announce new Fellowship
The RSE and the Saltire Foundation are delighted to announce funding for the RSE Saltire Fellow 2013-2014. This opportunity is available for outstanding individuals who wish to lead innovative companies in Scotland.
