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£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.

£100 million to boost innovation and accessibility in health research

£100 million in public-private funding is expected to change the UK's health research landscape.

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.

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.

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.

Denmark 28 billion fund to boost CO₂ capture and storage efforts

In June 2024, Denmark stepped up its climate efforts by launching a Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Fund, providing DKK 28.3 billion (about €3.8 billion) over the next 16 years to support the capture, transport, and storage of CO2.

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.

Northern Ireland innovators encouraged to seize Horizon Europe opportunities

A gathering of top researchers, scientists, and businesses in Lisburn today aims to inspire more successful bids for Horizon Europe funding from Northern Ireland.

£22 million boost for Smart Data Research in the UK

A significant investment of £22 million has been announced by Smart Data Research UK (SDR UK) to fuel the development of innovative data services.

European Innovation Council receives a record-breaking 1211 funding applications

European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator has witnessed an unprecedented surge in interest from startups and SMEs seeking funding, with the recent October cut-off receiving a record-breaking 1211 full applications.

European Research Council awards €780 million to emerging science talent across Europe

Set up by the European Union in 2007, the European Research Council is a funding organisation for research, they have now announced a major investment in the future of science with the award of 494 Starting Grants, totalling nearly €780 million, to young scientists and scholars across Europe.

Science and research: Agriculture and agrifood system

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, outlines the country’s agriculture and agrifood system to demonstrate its scientific and research advancements.

Supercomputing: UK boosts research access with EuroHPC £770 million membership

Unlocking new frontiers in research, the UK joins EuroHPC, gaining access to cutting-edge supercomputing resources and enhanced funding opportunities, over £770 million, bolstering scientific innovation and collaboration across Europe.

€17.8 Million for transformative neighbourhood projects in New European Bauhaus initiative

The European Union has announced a significant funding opportunity for projects aimed at revitalizing neighbourhoods and fostering sustainability through the New European Bauhaus initiative.

Manchester scientists achieve milestone with one-dimensional superconductor discovery

Scientists at The University of Manchester achieve robust superconductivity in high magnetic fields using a newly created one-dimensional (1D) system.

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