Author: UKRI

The DeepTech Catalyst Biotech Incubator (DTC Bio) is a collaboration between the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) and the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). Shaping a better tomorrow Addressing a range of real-world challenges, the latest businesses to join the DTC Bio are: Oshun Labs: developing functional products derived from seaweed to […]

Dear research and innovation community, In recent days there has been concern and speculation about the levels of investment for curiosity driven and applied research. At the same time details of a significant programme of savings that are required to put the Science and Technologies Facilities Council (STFC)’s finances on a sustainable footing have become […]

The Science and Technology Facillities Council (STFC) Hartree Centre and Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust are using advanced digital technologies to develop a smart staff scheduling system that will ease staff rota planning, reduce clinician admin, and support staff wellbeing. The work is the first phase of a new strategic agreement to collaborate using […]

Delivered in partnership with Innovate UK, FIP supports innovative projects that strengthen farm profitability, creates new market opportunities and drives productivity and sustainable growth of the agricultural sector. The programme plays a key role in the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy, advancing agri-tech as part of the Advanced Manufacturing Sector Plan. Boosting low emissions farming The […]

Agnos Biosciences, a new deep tech company backed by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), has launched from the Earlham Institute and the Natural History Museum, London. It brings to market a powerful new approach to detecting biological threats in the air. The company’s flagship technology, AirSeq, enables rapid and highly accurate detection of airborne biological material, transforming […]

Research England has published an independent report by Tony Hickson, Chief Business Officer at Cancer Research UK, following his review of relationships between universities and investors. The UK research and innovation sector has much to celebrate. It has the leading start-up ecosystem in Europe and is second only to the US in the value generated from […]

Further information Ofgem SIF: Cycle four beta, summary of projects approved Round three, challenge one: Whole system network planning and utilisation to facilitate faster and cheaper network transformation and asset rollout Revisiting and Evaluating Environmental Inputs on Line Ratings (REVISE) Combining high-resolution weather topographic data with advanced system-modelling techniques and physical validation, to deliver a […]

The announcements were highlighted during the Prime Minister’s visit to Japan, where he committed to deepening the science and tech ties between the two countries. They include: three new joint quantum technology research projects to address challenges such as drug discovery and secure communications and navigation in environments where GPS is unavailable a £6 million […]

Fixing Our Broken Planet is now the museum’s second most visited space, after the iconic dinosaur exhibits. With projections of 2.5 to three million visitors in its first year, the gallery is proving to be a major success in engaging the public with environmental science. Professor Louise Heathwaite, Executive Chair of the Natural Environment Research […]

The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) are co-investing in a new Diet and Health Collaborative Research and Development programme. The £3 million programme will strengthen the UK’s position as a global leader in food innovation. The programme will accelerate the translation of the UK’s […]