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Kew's Science Collections Strategy 2018–2028
For the first time in Kew’s history, there is a formal strategy to set out a framework for managing, developing and providing greater access to the Science Collections over the next decade.
Who we are and what we do
Kew is a global resource for plant and fungal knowledge. Our unique combination of extensive collections, databases, scientific expertise and global partnerships gives us a leading role in facilitating access to fundamental plant and fungal information.
Kew's Science Collections
With over 8.5 million items, Kew houses the largest and most diverse botanical and mycological collections in the world. They represent approximately 95% of vascular plant genera and 60% of fungal genera.
Projects
Search our key research projects below, or browse by geographical region.
Training and education
Find out more about Kew's MSc course, PhD opportunities, training courses and internships.
Data and resources
Explore Kew's data and resources for plant and fungal information.
Kew Science blog
Explore some of the results and activities of our global science and conservation research program, and keep up to date with current developments in Kew science and science policy.
Kew Science news
8th March 2018
Women leaders of the biological sciences and research at RBG Kew
We recall some of the female pioneers of biological research and those making a difference today.
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11th January 2018
Kew responds to the government's 25 year Environment Plan
How the 25 year plan will be critical for our environment and how Kew's work is contributing.
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Kew Science blog
22nd March 2018
The final year of the Lost and Found Fungi project
The Lost and Found Fungi project helps amateur mycologists discover the UK’s most rarely seen fungal treasures. As we reach the final year of recording we assess the project’s successes so far.
15th March 2018
Launching the Science Collections Strategy 2018–2028
The strategy’s editors describe how this important document will guide the development of Kew’s globally important Science Collections over the next ten years.
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