The Learned Society of Wales congratulates King Charles III on his accession to the Throne and wishes his Majesty every success as the reigning Monarch for many years to come.

On behalf of the Society, our President, Professor Hywel Thomas PLSW, has written to the King

Professor Hywel Thomas CBE FREng FRS FLSW MAE has been elected President of the Learned Society of Wales for a second three-year term, following a ballot of Fellows.

Professor Thomas became President in May 2020, shortly after the Covid pand... Read More

The Learned Society of Wales’ new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) commitment, released on International Women’s Day 2023, shifts our focus from equality to equity. 

The growing impact of our Early Career Researchers Network, our series of innovation roundtables and a developing relationship with HEFCW were some of the highlights of our last Society year. Read More

Our Early Career Researchers Network [ECRN] has established itself as an important part of Wales’ research environment. Now, into its second year, the Network can boast several exciting new developments, Read More

The Learned Society of Wales condemns the illegal Russian invasion of Ukraine. This attack against a sovereign nation and the indiscriminate killing of civilians is contrary to the Charter of the United Nations and to international law. It runs counter to every one of our values. We stand in so... Read More

Olivia Harrison has joined the Society as its new Chief Executive, coming from her role as Head of Research, Innovation and Engagement at HEFCW.

Olivia trained and worked as a chartered structural engineer in London before moving into&nb... Read More

The Learned Society of Wales is delighted to announce that Olivia Harrison will be its new Chief Executive. 

Olivia is currently Head of Research, Innovation and Engagement at the Higher Education Fundi... Read More