Royal Society of Edinburgh

The RSE is looking for an experienced Membership Manager who will develop and lead their team while ensuring the smooth running of the membership lifecycle and processes while developing and managing engagement with the broad Fellowship. In this role, you'll play a key part ensuring the delivery of and progress around the Fellow’s diversity, participation, satisfaction, and relevant governance processes. The details: 🔹 Full-time | permanent 🔹 Salary: £44,876 per annum 🔹 34 days annual leave 🔹 Hybrid working – at least two days a week in our central Edinburgh office 🔹 Apply by: Tuesday 18 March 🔹 https://lnkd.in/ed-R8Yd5

📜 On this day in 1873, James Bell Pettigrew was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Pettigrew was a celebrated anatomist who developed a keen interest in the theory of flight. He became an authority on the flight mechanics of birds, bats, and insects, concluding that their wings followed a figure-eight pattern during flight. He hypothesised that by copying this motion, he could advance the development of artificial flying. Inspired by this theory, he attempted to build a flying machine with flapping wings. Pettigrew's pioneering work on animal locomotion and bird flight would go on to influence the Wright brothers in the development of the first airplane. In 1871, he published his research in the RSE's first scientific journal, Transactions of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Learn more about the RSE's academic journals and published research: https://lnkd.in/eiupjbF5

Seachdain na Gàidhlig / World Gaelic Week Gàidhlig: https://lnkd.in/erDrUD6K English: https://lnkd.in/eUUDQQ59 #SeachdainNaGàidhlig2025 #WorldGaelicWeek2025

💡Fostering academic collaboration between Lower Saxony and Scotland 🔬 We are pleased to invite all interested researchers to Information Sessions for the Lower Saxony – Scotland Research and Innovation Scheme – a joint initiative advancing cross-border research partnerships funded by the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) and the Lower Saxony Ministry for Science and Culture (MWK) together with the VolkswagenStiftung. 📅 Session 1: Thursday, 6 March 2025, 12:00 pm GMT / 1:00 pm CET (Zoom) 📅 Session 2: Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 9:00 am GMT / 10:00 am CET (Zoom) These sessions will offer: - A comprehensive overview of the programme, - Insights into the Development and Excellence Tracks, - Key information about the annual Lower Saxony – Scotland Joint Forum. 📧 Register now: Send your full name, institution, research interests, and session preference to research_innovation@ecas-academia.org. For more information on the funding line and further collaboration opportunities, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eXnrvt8G. Strengthen international research networks and unlock new collaborative opportunities! 🌍 #BeingExcellentTogether #ResearchFunding  #ResearchAndInnovation #AcademicCollaboration

🎉 We are thrilled to announce our latest research awardees! 🎉 Their pioneering work will drive advancements in knowledge, tackle global challenges, and make significant contributions to Scottish society and beyond. Congratulations! 👏🙌 ✨ https://lnkd.in/eu5CqciU

We recently exhibited at the Scottish Labour Conference, where we had the opportunity to showcase the RSE's multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach to addressing key societal challenges. A special thank you to the panel of experts, including Mercedes Villalba MSP, who led a fringe event inspired by the RSE's inquiry into public financial support for tree planting and forestry. We look forward to continuing these important conversations and exploring solutions. Among our stall visitors were Scottish Labour leader, Anas Sarwar, and Chris Murray MP, as pictured below.

📬 February's edition of RSE in focus is here! In this month's newsletter, read about the RSE Research Awards Spring 2025 programme, the signing of a major new funding agreement, plus upcoming events.

Scotland is a world leader in satellite production and an emerging key player in space initiatives. The sector has been identified as a key driver of economic growth, and Scotland has the potential to become a leading space nation. This event will reflect on the evidence to design forward-looking policies - from new technologies to skills development needs - to ensure Scotland is positioned for long-term success. 📅 Wednesday 26 March | 13:00 - 14:00 GMT 📍 Online 💰 Free 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ef76q2hG

📜 On this day in 1856, James Clerk Maxwell, Scottish physicist and mathematician, was elected as a Fellow of the RSE. However, Maxwell's association with the RSE began much earlier. His paper, Oval Curves, was read to the Society by James D. Forbes in April 1846, when Maxwell was just 14 years old. Maxwell is perhaps best known for formulating the classical theory of electromagnetic radiation, a groundbreaking theory that identified electricity, magnetism, and light as interconnected phenomena. In recognition of his lasting impact, the RSE has honoured Maxwell in two significant ways. In 2006, the RSE commissioned a hologram to celebrate his pioneering work in colour photography and holography. That same year, a statue of Maxwell was unveiled, sculpted by Sandy Stoddart, as a tribute to his immense contributions to both physics and engineering. Today, the RSE celebrates Maxwell's enduring legacy, which continues to shape advancements in physics, engineering, and technology.

🌍 New #FundingOpportunity: Lower Saxony – Scotland Research & Innovation Scheme🔬📝 We are excited to announce the launch of the Research & Innovation Scheme, a groundbreaking dual-stream #fundinginitiative designed to strengthen academic collaboration between #LowerSaxony and #Scotland. This programme is a joint effort by the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) and the Ministry of Science and Culture of Lower Saxony (MWK) together with the VolkswagenStiftung and in partnership with the European Centre for Advanced Studies (ECAS). 🔹 What’s the goal? ✔ Enhance existing collaborations, supporting researchers working together on ambitious projects with a clear pathway towards prestigious third-party funding, such as Horizon Europe. ✔ Establish new research connections, enabling academics to build and solidify partnerships within the dynamic academic ecosystems of Lower Saxony and Scotland. Two funding streams to support your research: 1️⃣ Stream I – #DevelopmentTrack (administered by the RSE) 🔹 Grants of up to £8,000 per project 🔹 Supports new research partnerships through workshops, networking visits, and joint academic events etc. 🔹 Open to researchers from Scottish HEI, research institutions, and cultural institutions collaborating with a Lower Saxonian partner 🔹 Project duration: Up to 12 months ⏰ Application open until 9 April 2025 🔗 Detailed information on the RSE call is available here: https://lnkd.in/edeNRV-G 2️⃣ Stream II – #ExcellenceTrack (administered by the Volkswagen Foundation) 🔹 Grants of up to €100,000 per project 🔹 Supports the development new research partnerships through workshops, visits etc. 🔹 Aims to secure substantial third-party funding, particularly from Horizon Europe 🔹 Open to researchers at Lower Saxonian HEI and publicly funded research institutions, in partnership with Scottish researchers 🔹 Funding period: Up to 2 years ⏰ Application open until 30 June 2025 🔗 Detailed information on the call of the Volkswagen Foundation is available here: https://lnkd.in/emwRQQ3z This is an incredible opportunity for researchers looking to expand their network, develop high-impact projects, and position themselves for major international funding. 📅 For an overview of the programme and information on the upcoming #information sessions on 6. + 18. March 2025 visit the ECAS page: https://lnkd.in/eXnrvt8G. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to drive impactful international research! If you or your colleagues are interested, please share or tag them in the comments and apply now! 💡 #RIS #BeingExcellentTogether #ResearchFunding #LowerSaxony #Scotland #Innovation #AcademicCollaboration #HigherEducation