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Bright SCIdea final 2026: The power of science and entrepreneurship

International teams of student entrepreneurs took to the stage at SCI’s Bright SCIdea challenge final, pitching their science-based business ideas to a panel of judges.

Researchers recreate shimmering Roman golden fabric

South Korean scientists have successfully recreated ancient sea silk – a rare, shimmering fibre prized since Roman times – using a clam farmed in modern coastal waters. They also discovered how sea silk’s golden colour emerges naturally from the internal alignment of its proteins.

AGM 2026: Nominations are now open

SCI relies on the support and involvement of its active and dedicated members, who contribute their valuable time, experience, and energy to developing and running many activities for the Society. If you feel you have the relevant experience and a passion for promoting scientific innovation, then please consider standing for election to SCI's governance committees.

Advanced recycling plant turns plastic waste into feedstocks

The first advanced plastics recycling plant in France has been started up by TotalEnergies in cooperation with Plastic Energy. The TotalEnergies Plastic Energy Advanced Recycling (TEPEAR) facility is located at the TotalEnergies’ site in Grandpuits, southeast of Paris.

Interview: Breakthroughs in colloids and interface science

‘The Sir Eric Rideal award lecture honours individuals who have made sustained and distinguished contribution to colloid and interface science. This year’s awardee is Joseph Keddie, professor of soft matter physics at the University of Surrey.’

IEX 2026 technical training introductory course

"An introduction to ion exchange design and operation for industrial water treatment"

Join us for this SCI sponsored training course for chemists and engineers involved in the specification, design, operation and maintenance of ion exchange water purification plant. Early bird ends 25 May 2026!