Capital Awards for Learned Societies

The Academy of Medical Sciences" target="_blank">Academy of Medical Sciences
£2 209 077
The Academy of Medical Sciences purchased new premises in London to create an independent, professional headquarters. The Academy will now be able to provide a medical science hub that will be a venue for all their activities and a permanent location for their Fellows to meet. The Trust has supported the refurbishment of the new premises.

The Royal Society" target="_blank">Royal Society
£400 000
The Trust supported the renovation of the Wellcome Trust Lecture Theatre at the Royal Society in London. The work included the installation of a new stage and screen backdrop as well as improvements to the lighting and sound equipment within the room.

The Royal Society" target="_blank">Royal Society
£469 000
The Trust supported the purchase and digitisation of the Hooke papers by the Royal Society in London.