Below is a collection of news stories that focus on the activities of our members. You can scroll through them using the arrows left and right.
London Hub meeting October 2026
On 21 October, members of the WCSIM London Hub came together for an informal after-work gathering at The Muse, the cocktail bar housed within the historic Royal Society of Arts (RSA). With its rich history of bringing people together to exchange…
Manchester Hub meeting October 2026
After a hiatus over a busy Summer, the Manchester Hub reunited on Thursday 29th October at their regular spot for a social catchup. The Hub members also discussed ideas for membership retention and how the members of the WCSIM based…
Oxford Hub meeting September 2026
Oxford Hub meeting held on Wednesday 30th September, ten people were present including Matteo Lai a potential member, in the foreground talking to Jeremy. Past Master, John Caunt
WCSIM Walk – Effra River SIM Walk
On Saturday 3 October 2026, Twenty-one SIM members, joined Martyn for his latest fascinating walk, following the route of the Effra River, through the history of Brixton, across Kennington and Vauxhall, down to the Thames.
Liveryman Meng Wu becomes a Fellow of BCS
Meng is excited and humble to announce that he is now a Fellow of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT (FBCS). British Computer Society (BCS), The Chartered Institute for IT is a professional Engineering Institution and the professional body for computing. Globally,…
Visit to the Francis Crick Institute
On the 16th July, members of the Worshipful Company of Scientific Instrument Makers enjoyed a fascinating visit to the Francis Crick Institute. Our visit coincided with the opening of the Institute’s new exhibition centre, making the day particularly memorable. We…Worshipful Company of Scientific Instrument Makers and IOP Medical Physics Group Joint Essay Prize
An essay prize supported by the Medical Physics Group offering a £1,000 reward and a gold medal. The deadline for submissions is 23.59 on Friday 31 July 2026.
SIM visit to RNLI Tower Lifeboat Station Saturday 27 June 2026
Past Master, Martyn Wheatley, in association with his brother Stephen of the RNLI, organized an interesting and enjoyable visit, for twenty-one SIM members on Saturday 27 June, to the RNLI’s Tower Lifeboat Station. This dynamic floating workplace is manned, by…
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Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition (30 June – 5 July 2026)
The Summer Science Exhibition is a free showcase of cutting-edge science. Registration is now open. The Summer Science Exhibition is a free annual showcase of some of the cutting-edge science and technology in the UK, suitable for all ages. Meet the scientists, discover the exciting research and…
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Admiral of the Port Challenge Race 11 June 2026
The Admiral of the Port Challenge Race is a historic 2-nautical-mile traditional rowing event on the River Thames. Organized by the Thames Traditional Rowing Association, the competition features traditional four-oared Watermen’s cutters and skerries representing City Livery Companies and other…