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The Royal Institution is an independent charity dedicated to connecting people with the world of science.Science shapes our lives, our culture and the world around us. It’s the medical treatment that may save your life. It’s the device in your pocket that connects you to the world. And it’s how we will solve the major global challenges of the future.Our mission is to harness science for the maximum benefit of society.The importance of our mission cannot be overstated. It was recognised by the 58 wealthy individuals who founded the Ri in 1799 and is just as relevant today. But to achieve the full benefits of what science has to offer, we must ensure that there is a healthy interaction between science and society – something we have pioneered for more than 200 years.There are multiple ways to get involved and support the Ri and to think more deeply about the wonders and applications of science.

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The Royal Institution

The Royal Institution is an independent charity dedicated to connecting people with the world of science.Science shapes our lives, our culture and the world around us. It’s the medical treatment that may save your life. It’s the device in your pocket that connects you to the world. And it’s how we will solve the major global challenges of the future.Our mission is to harness science for the maximum benefit of society.The importance of our mission cannot be overstated. It was recognised by the 58 wealthy individuals who founded the Ri in 1799 and is just as relevant today. But to achieve the full benefits of what science has to offer, we must ensure that there is a healthy interaction between science and society – something we have pioneered for more than 200 years.There are multiple ways to get involved and support the Ri and to think more deeply about the wonders and applications of science.

The Ri is an independent charity that inspires everyone to think more deeply about science and its place in our lives.

Monsters have existed in literature and science for centuries, but they're more than just a source of fear. They also act as a crucial key to unlocking the mysteries of life.Join Professor of Victorian Literature,&nbsp;Andrew Mangham, as he traces the development of the idea of monsters from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein to Comte de Buffon's natural history, and Hugo de Vries' mutation theory.Discover how these ground-breaking thinkers challenged traditional notions of normality and helped lay the foundation for modern biology and genetics. Uncover the connections between literature, science, and the changing perception of monsters, and how this sheds light on the significance of body difference and diversity in the natural world. And do it all in the very same Theatre where Mary Shelley got ideas for her seminal book!Through his in-depth analysis of the works of these innovative thinkers, Andrew reveals the transformative power of monsters and their role in shaping our understanding of life.Price:<ul><li>Theatre audience: £16/£10, </li><li>Ri Members or Ri Patrons: £7</li></ul>

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Monsters have existed in literature and science for centuries, but they're more than just a source of fear. They also act as a crucial key to unlocking the mysteries of life.Join Professor of Victorian Literature, Andrew Mangham, as he traces the development of the idea of monsters from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein to Comte de Buffon's natural history, and Hugo de Vries' mutation theory.Discover how these ground-breaking thinkers challenged traditional notions of normality and helped lay the foundation for modern biology and genetics. Uncover the connections between literature, science, and the changing perception of monsters, and how this sheds light on the significance of body difference and diversity in the natural world. And do it all in the very same Theatre where Mary Shelley got ideas for her seminal book!Through his in-depth analysis of the works of these innovative thinkers, Andrew reveals the transformative power of monsters and their role in shaping our understanding of life.Price:Theatre audience: £16/£10, Ri Members or Ri Patrons: £7

How did monsters help unlock the secrets of life?