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Next generation of entrepreneurial academics to be supported by relaunched programme.

The RSE announces 43 individuals deemed excellent in their field, elected as RSE Fellows in 2026, who will use their knowledge for the public good as part of Scotland’s National Academy.

A new report suggests how we can better bridge university research and policy needs, to improve how research feeds into policy. The report, commissioned by the Royal Society of Edinburgh and Universities Scotland, points to the massive uptick in research-policy exchange over the past two decades.

Archived letters reveal the first known reference to Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations, one of the most influential works in Scottish history and economics.

Scotland’s colleges and universities face severe financial pressures. Anton Muscatelli calls for urgent government action and an independent review to secure the future of tertiary education.

In uncertain times, this edition of Autumn/Winter 2025 edition of ReSourcE focuses on the range of ways that humans choose to communicate with each other.

Highlights of the session April 2024-March 2025 have been published in the RSE’s year in review.

The RSE has launched a new Scotland-wide programme of free events and activities designed to help citizens engage ahead of the 2026 elections.

Scotland’s third sector contributes billions and employs thousands – the RSE is calls for its role to be central in party manifestos.

The free-of-charge Curious festival takes place from 6-14 September. It brings together experts to host a series of thought-provoking talks and workshops on exploration, the creative arts, health and wellbeing, videogames and a range of other social issues.

The RSE calls for closer alignment of Scotland’s education and skills policy with the nation’s strategic objectives.

On Monday 16 June, the RSE, Scotland’s National Academy, held an admission ceremony for its 44 new Fellows from the arts, business, public service, civil society, and academia in Scotland and beyond.