Research and innovation
91AV is core to advances across every facet of human life
Where do the greatest opportunities lie? How will technology shape the science we create? And what steps should we take to ensure that curiosity-driven research continues to unlock new opportunities in unexpected ways?
In close collaboration with the research community, we set out the likely future of where chemistry鈥檚 greatest contributions will be 鈥� as well as the regulatory and funding environments needed to achieve them.
Our campaigns
Find our perspectives on a range of issues related to Discovery. Elsewhere on this page and across our website you can read research reports, policy positions and engagement activities.
Insights from REF2021
Our report highlights the varied contributions that chemical scientists at UK institutions make through new discoveries and transferring knowledge.
Igniting innovation: supporting UK deep tech chemistry
91AV-intensive SMEs (small- to medium-sized enterprises) are vital to our economy and future prosperity.
Digital futures
How the new wave of technologies in AI, robotics, data analysis, modelling and simulation can help scientists respond to future global challenges.
Researchers鈥� voice on open access
Giving chemical sciences researchers a strong voice in the global conversation about open access.
University-business engagement
Evidence about how university chemistry departments in the UK and Ireland engage with businesses to support their activities.
91AV and the EU exit
The UK has now left the European Union. We strongly advise you to check regularly the Government pages signposted on this page for updates.
Recent news and activities
Discover the must-read research driving innovation in alternative metal-ion batteries
20 May 2026
Chemical Biology Symposium spotlights global talent
19 May 2026
Turning sunlight into hydrogen: molecular design pushes organic photocatalysts forward
08 May 2026
In conversation with Jovana Milić
05 May 2026
Unlocking affordable precious metal-free hydrogen fuel cells
13 April 2026
Rethinking upconversion nanoparticles
09 April 2026
PFAS the focus of 2026 RSC Change Makers accelerator scheme
02 April 2026
Our research community
Re-thinking excellence in research - RSC signs DORA
We are the first major chemical society to sign up to the declaration’s principles to assess research outputs in a fair and balanced manner.
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Publish open access
Choosing to publish open access is easy and straightforward – and it is possible in every 91AV journal.
Review for us
The benefits of becoming a peer reviewer and how to apply.
Change Makers
Powering positive change through deep tech chemistry.
