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EU invests €29 Million in advancing science engagement and early research careers

The European Commission has announced a recent investment of €29 million in three initiatives under Horizon Europe's WIDERA program, looking to support public engagement with science, provide better opportunities for early-career researchers, and enhance the practical application of research in society and the economy,

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.

Liverpool University to lead £1.3m initiative to combat antimicrobial resistance

In an aim towards battling the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the University of Liverpool has been granted £1.3 million to lead the UK Government’s Fleming Fund Fellowship Programme.

Manchester researchers secure ERC Grants for ground-breaking scientific projects

Seven Manchester researchers have been awarded prestigious European Research Council (ERC) advanced grants for ambitious, curiosity-driven scientific projects in an effort to support scientific breakthroughs.

Karl von Frisch and Konrad Lorenz: Two biologists in Nazi Germany

In 1973, three biologists shared the Nobel Prize for medicine: two Austrians who had conducted most of their research in Germany, Karl von Frisch and Konrad Lorenz, and the Dutchman Nikolaas Tinbergen.

Scientific advancement and innovation research in Asia

Prof Dr Preethi Kesavan, Head, School of Advanced Technology and Digital Media, at LSBF Singapore, explores scientific advancement and innovation across Asia from a regional perspective.

UK and EU Leaders encourage enterprises to utilise Horizon Europe funding

To boost innovation, British and European Union science chiefs are urging researchers and businesses to take the opportunities presented by Horizon Europe funding.

UK boosts semiconductor industry with a £26.8 million investment

The United Kingdom is doubling its commitment to semiconductor technology with an investment of £26.8 million.

UK health research funding plateaus

UK health research funding reached £5 billion in 2022, but is now plateauing, according to the UK Health Research Analysis 2022. The report, commissioned by the UK Clinical Research Collaboration (UKCRC), provides the most detailed overview yet of UK health research funding from 2004 to 2022 from all public sectors.

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