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2026 RGS grant recipients are heading into the field
Our grants programme has seen a bumper year, with record numbers of applications! Find out more in this news piece including stories from the first recipient into the field, Dr Robbie Mallett.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 25 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
Research Groups supporting early career researchers
As the summer term begins, we want to highlight the ongoing and important work this year by the Society’s 30+ Research Groups aimed at supporting postgraduate and early career colleagues.
Celebrating Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday
Sir David Attenborough’s gift for storytelling has connected multiple generations of people to the natural world. Recipient of two Society medals, on his 100th birthday, our Director Joe Smith reflects on what makes him special.
Researching the Korean DMZ: Q&A with Madelaine Joyce
The 2025 Area Prize for the best paper published in the journal by an early career researcher has been awarded to Madelaine Joyce for her paper 'Sensing the sky's edge: Atmospheric insights into the Korean demilitarised zone’. We talked to Madelaine to find out more about her research.
Professional spotlights: hear from geographical experts in industry and government
We’re starting a new series – Professional spotlights – where you’ll hear from geographical experts and thought leaders in industry and government. This time, we speak to Olive Powell, Head of Geography and Geospatial at the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Disaster Risk Management Professional Practice Group launches webinar series
The Royal Geographical Society’s Disaster Risk Management Professional Practice Group is launching a four-part webinar series to accompany the publication of Geographical Perspectives on Disaster Risk Management (Wiley).
Celebrating this year's Esmond B. Martin Prize recipients
On Monday 13 April, we held the prizegiving ceremony for our 2026 Esmond B. Martin Prize with talks presented by this year’s two awardees.
Dissertation prize winners 2024/2025 announced
Each year, the Society and its 30+ Research Groups award dissertation prizes recognising outstanding geographical research produced by undergraduate students.
Global systems and governance resources
Global governance is not just for policymakers. Increasing knowledge about global governance and systems builds the skills needed to navigate an interconnected world.
Student food poverty: The role of universities in free food provision
University students are living through a cost-of-learning crisis with many unable to afford basic necessities. While we know the significant role of schools and nurseries in free food provision, much less is known about universities.
Applications open for research on Society Collections
Applications are now open for a studentship to start in autumn 2026, as part of our Collaborative Doctoral Awards programme programme.