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SCI® is a global network of innovators using science to tackle some of the big societal challenges of today, across climate and planet and health and wellness.

Major lithium project secures finance package

Supporting Argentina’s move to capture more value from its mineral wealth the International Finance Corporation (IFC), which is a member of the World Bank, is partnering with Rio Tinto to advance a large-scale greenfield lithium project.

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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.

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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.

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25 deep tech innovations that could shape the future

The European Innovation Council (EIC) has published a report detailing 25 emerging ‘deep’ technologies at low to mid maturity levels across space tech, clean tech and biotech that could play a key role in shaping future innovation in Europe.

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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.’

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How building your Digital Twin would revolutionise medicine and change your life

Join us for this free webinar, part of our SCItalks programme, which will explore the emerging science and technology of digital human twins—virtual, data-driven replicas of individual people that model biological processes from molecules to entire organ systems.

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Our publications promote emerging innovations – from the cutting-edge science we publish in our range of academic journals, to our renowned member’s magazine, C&I, plus a host of digital platforms.

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