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North American research special focus

Here is a summary of some North American research themes, emphasizing the broader areas of funding research and advancing science in fields such as standards and technology, artificial intelligence, the humanities, social sciences, and primatology.

Changing the future of prosthetic care for veterans

Radii Devices, a small UK-based company, has taken steps to improve prosthetic care for veterans; this was made possible with the support of the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA).

Exploring the gender disparity in STEM and how to change this going foward

The gender disparity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths) fields continues to be a significant issue in the UK.

£16 million investment to further a UK and Switzerland science partnership

The United Kingdom and Switzerland have joined together to form an innovative £16 million science partnership that hopes to tackle global challenges.

Space exploration with NASA: Where will space research take us in 2025?

2024 was a year of remarkable achievements for NASA, marked by groundbreaking missions, scientific discoveries, technological advancements and continued space exploration. As we prepare for 2025, the agency continues to push the boundaries of human exploration and knowledge.

New Future Medicines Institute backed by £55 million funding

A substantial investment totalling £55 million, made possible through funding from the Northern Ireland Executive alongside various consortium partners, is set to advance innovation within the critical field of precision medicine.

Japan and Horizon Europe: Negotiations began for Japan’s association

We might be about to see a collaboration between Japan and Horizon Europe, with the European Union announcing ongoing discussions on the topic of Japan's association to the research funding giant.

£22.6 million investment to support unpaid carers through innovative projects

To support unpaid carers and improve their wellbeing, the government has announced a £22.6 million investment in innovative projects that will help to ease their responsibilities and improve their quality of life.

Research and innovation: Europe’s quest for a global comeback

Jan Palmowski, Secretary-General of The Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities, examines the themes of research and innovation in Europe’s quest for a global comeback.

Photonics21 launches 2025 Innovation Award to foster entrepreneurial spirit

Photonics21, a leading European Technology Platform, has launched its 2025 Innovation Award, inviting aspiring innovators to submit their groundbreaking ideas in the field of photonics; find out here how to apply.

Artemis: NASA awards SpaceX and Blue Origin with key contracts for lunar landers

As part of its Artemis campaign, NASA is increasing its efforts to sustain exploration of the Moon’s surface by awarding additional contracts to SpaceX and Blue Origin.

Brain innovation days 2024: Understanding the brain across a lifetime

Over 165 million Europeans are living with a brain disorder, this is an increased challenge that requires more attention and innovative solutions.

Satellite data key to tackling climate change, CEOS highlights at COP29

At the ongoing COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, the UK Space Agency, in its role as Chair of the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS), delivered an important statement showing the importance of satellite data in monitoring and addressing climate change.

UK government announce £975 million investment to boost the aerospace industry

The UK Prime Minister supports the aerospace industry by providing £975 million to drive jobs and growth.

NASA’s economic and educational impact on California

In the 2023 fiscal year, NASA's investments helped support 66,208 jobs in California.

Funding to support biological engineering and physical science

New Government funding will help to support students and Universities, this package will support the next generation in biological engineering and physical science.

Singapore and China research and development

Read an update about research and development in Asia, including in Singapore, plus health innovation in China by LSBF's Professor Preethi Kesavan.

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