More than 2,700 scientists sign open letter calling for Musk's removal after being described as a "Bond villain" by a former member.

Stephen Curry, professor of structural biology at Imperial College London, wrote an open letter which has been signed by thousands of people.

The Royal Society scientific academy said it would hold a meeting to discuss principles around the public pronouncements and behaviours of its fellows after thousands of scientists expressed their concerns over Elon Musk's continued membership.