Britain’s Biopharma Strategy Stalls in the Face of China’s Rise
The industry’s retreat from the UK reflects a deeper shift about how Beijing is rewriting the rules of innovation.
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What's Driving UK Universities to Set Up Campuses in India in a Changing Global Education Order?
UK recovers position in EU’s Horizon Europe science research programme
Scientists received €735m in grants in 2024 after UK rejoined programme as associate member post-Brexit
How is the UK Responding to Switzerland's Deeptech Ascent
Switzerland's $100B deeptech boom sets a new standard for Europe, but the UK is rising to the challenge
UK Steps Up Efforts to Woo Scientists Fleeing the US
New schemes seek to attract international talent and lock in funding security for researchers
UK to Launch Scheme to Recruit Global Research Talent After Trump Crackdown
UK to Launch Scheme to Recruit Global Research Talent After Trump Crackdown
Initiative backed by £50mn in government money comes as US administration seeks to cut funding and suppress research.
A Year of UK Success in Horizon Europe As Major Innovations Take Place
The UK is marking a year of successful collaboration with Horizon Europe, reflecting on innovation and funding opportunities for researchers.
Why International Collaboration on AI is Important to the UK
The UK's AI regulation diverges sharply from its allies, yet global collaboration remains key. Bilateral & multilateral efforts in AI governance bolster UK's foreign policy, trade, and innovation. Can it maintain leadership in shaping global AI norms?
A Higher Education Transformation Fund Would Catalyse University Reform
Universities might be able to transform without help, but public investment would bring pace and focus on national priorities. Alistair Jarvis sets out how a transformation fund could work.
UK Scientists Fear £1bn Funding Cut for New Research
Concerns that future projects may be axed in budget to help pay for rejoining EU's Horizon programme.
UK Election: Scientists Welcome Labour's Landslide Win
Struggling universities should be near the top of the new government's agenda, say researchers.
What Are the Three Main Political Parties Promising on Science at the UK Election?
Can the UK Be a 'Science and Technology Superpower'?
The government's aim is for the UK to be a science and technology superpower. However, the UK's current science and technology policy is based on three fallacies that limit its ability to become a tech superpower.
University and College Union Strike Ballot over Sheffield Hallam Cuts
University staff are to vote on possible strike action over what a union has called "scandalous" cuts. Members of the University and College Union (UCU) at Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) said university management had launched "a wholesale attack on staff and students".
UK and EU Renew Research Ties with New London Hub and Chips Partnership
A new milestone in the revival of EU-UK science relations has been reached with the launch of EIT Hub UK by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), following the UK's association to Horizon Europe at the beginning of 2024.
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