the Royal Society
/ðə ˌrɔɪəl səˈsaɪəti/
/ðə ˌrɔɪəl səˈsaɪəti/
- the oldest and most important scientific organization in Britain, formed in 1660. Among its first members were Robert Boyle and Christopher Wren, and its presidents have included Isaac Newton and Ernest Rutherford. Its work now includes scientific publishing and giving awards. Being elected as a fellow (= member) of the Royal Society is one of the highest honours in British science. The Society's main buildings are at Carlton House Terrace in London.
皇家学会：英国最古老，最重要的科学组织，成立于1660年。第一批成员包括罗伯特·博伊尔和克里斯托弗·雷恩，其主席包括艾萨克·牛顿和欧内斯特·卢瑟福。现在，它的工作包括科学出版和授予奖项。当选为皇家学会会员是英国科学界的最高荣誉之一。该协会的主要建筑在伦敦的卡尔顿大厦露台上。