Society and Staff News

The Linnean Society Announces 2026 Medal and Award Recipients

This year we are proud to celebrate the work and perseverance of 10 individuals from a diverse range of fields, each bringing a unique voice to how we connect with nature.

International Women’s Day 2026: Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women & Girls

This International Women's Day, join us in celebrating the female staff of the Linnean Society.

Our Local Nature Grants 2025

From bees to botany, hedgehogs to bug hotels, this year’s grant recipients have gone above and beyond to make a real change in their local area.

Nature Network - first term in review

With the first term of out new funded nature project complete, see what we've been up too and how to join in!

Priya Nithianandan (5 September 1964 – 2 May 2025)

Society President appointed Chief Scientist at Defra

Linnean Society President Professor Anjali Goswami has been appointed as Defra’s new Chief Scientist