[The RI has a prestigious history: 14 of its resident scientists have received Nobel prizes. Yet its buildings in Albemarle Street, London, have gradually evolved into a complex, inaccessible warren.] The scientists, the admin and the public activities have become mixed up, ... And things like modern disabled access tend to be difficult for us.

The scientists, the admin and the public activities have become mixed up. And things like modern disabled access tend to be difficult for us.

We've got 200 years' worth of scientific discovery and equipment locked away in the basement. All those items - around 6,000 objects - will be put on display.