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European Research Council awards €36.75 million to 245 research project

The European Research Council (ERC) has announced that it will support 245 groundbreaking research projects through €36.75 million in grants.

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.

Cornwall: A hub for research, innovation and sustainability

Cornwall is emerging as a global centre for innovation and sustainability. The county is at the forefront of addressing critical global challenges, from climate change and human health to securing a sustainable supply of critical minerals.

UK government reveals £20.4 billion investment into R&D

The UK government allocated £20.4 billion for research and development (R&D) in its latest Autumn Budget.

The UK takes the lead in global earth observation

The UK has officially received the Chair of the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS), an influential international body dedicated to coordinating Earth observations...

EIC set to invest €1.4 Billion in deep tech and strategic technologies

The European Innovation Council (EIC) is set to impact the continent's deep tech landscape with an investment of €1.4 billion in 2025.

UK scientists in the running for NASA’s $1 billion astrophysics mission

A new proposal involving UK scientists has been shortlisted by NASA as part of its next major astrophysics mission, potentially worth $1 billion.

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