News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 28/11/2025Resistant to fever, bird flu viruses are a threat to humans #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgResistant to fever, bird flu viruses are a threat to humansNew study led by the University of Cambridge and the University of Glasgow finds that bird flu viruses are a major threat to humans. BBSRC MRC 052
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 28/11/2025Satellite launch to test ‘unhackable’ quantum communications tech #STFCScienceukri.orgSatellite launch to test ‘unhackable’ quantum communications techThe SpeQtre satellite has launched on a mission to show that ultra-secure quantum communication technology from orbit could make cyber-attacks impossible. STFC 021
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 28/11/2025Resistant to fever, bird flu viruses are a threat to humans #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgResistant to fever, bird flu viruses are a threat to humansNew study led by the University of Cambridge and the University of Glasgow finds that bird flu viruses are a major threat to humans. BBSRC MRC 011
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 28/11/2025ICYMI: Survey opens on UK animal research facilities and resources #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgSurvey opens on UK animal research facilities and resourcesBBSRC and MRC have launched a UK-wide survey seeking views on current and future needs across the UK’s animal research facilities and resources. BBSRC MRC UKRI 010
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 27/11/2025Survey opens on UK animal research facilities and resources #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgSurvey opens on UK animal research facilities and resourcesBBSRC and MRC have launched a UK-wide survey seeking views on current and future needs across the UK’s animal research facilities and resources. BBSRC MRC UKRI 010
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 27/11/2025Survey opens on UK animal research facilities and resources #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgSurvey opens on UK animal research facilities and resourcesBBSRC and MRC have launched a UK-wide survey seeking views on current and future needs across the UK’s animal research facilities and resources. BBSRC MRC UKRI 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 25/11/2025ICYMI: MRC fellowships to attract global research talent #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgMRC fellowships to attract global research talentThe Medical Research Council (MRC) is investing further in our fellowship schemes and supporting visa costs.MRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 24/11/2025MRC fellowships to attract global research talent #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgMRC fellowships to attract global research talentThe Medical Research Council (MRC) is investing further in our fellowship schemes and supporting visa costs.MRC 011
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 24/11/2025ICYMI: Accelerating UK next generation battery innovation through AI #STFCScienceukri.orgAccelerating UK next generation battery innovation through AIUK collaboration will advance new battery technology to maximise industry growth and help meet net zero goals.STFC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 21/11/2025ICYMI: Quantum cluster aims to create jobs and attract investment #STFCScienceukri.orgQuantum cluster aims to create jobs and attract investmentThe Harwell Quantum Cluster has launched at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, a pivotal step in the UK’s ambition to lead the global quantum revolution.STFC 021
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 19/11/2025£54 million for medicines manufacturing growth and sustainability #InnovateUKukri.org£54 million for medicines manufacturing growth and sustainabilityInnovate UK is rethinking the way medicines are manufactured, improving sustainability, increasing productivity, and reducing environmental impact.Innovate UK UKRI 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 19/11/2025ICYMI: Powering team science to unlock life’s secrets #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgPowering team science to unlock life’s secretsFour world-class teams awarded major BBSRC sLoLa grants to push the frontiers of discovery in microbiology, photosynthesis, gene regulation and quantum biology.BBSRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 18/11/2025Powering team science to unlock life’s secrets #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgPowering team science to unlock life’s secretsFour world-class teams awarded major BBSRC sLoLa grants to push the frontiers of discovery in microbiology, photosynthesis, gene regulation and quantum biology.BBSRC 020
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 17/11/2025Accelerating UK next generation battery innovation through AI #STFCScienceukri.orgAccelerating UK next generation battery innovation through AIUK collaboration will advance new battery technology to maximise industry growth and help meet net zero goals.STFC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 14/11/2025Quantum cluster aims to create jobs and attract investment #STFCScienceukri.orgQuantum cluster aims to create jobs and attract investmentThe Harwell Quantum Cluster has launched at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, a pivotal step in the UK’s ambition to lead the global quantum revolution.STFC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 14/11/2025ICYMI: MRC Millennium Medal awarded to Professor George Davey Smith #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgMRC Millennium Medal awarded to Professor George Davey SmithProfessor George Davey Smith FRS FMedSci, Professor of Clinical Epidemiology at the University of Bristol, is the recipient of the 2025 MRC Millennium Medal.MRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 13/11/2025£21 million backing for technology to stop cyber attackers #InnovateUKukri.org£21 million backing for technology to stop cyber attackersAdvanced cyber protections will be embedded into the digital systems that power everything from critical infrastructure to consumer electronics.Innovate UK 011
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 13/11/2025MRC Millennium Medal awarded to Professor George Davey Smith #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgMRC Millennium Medal awarded to Professor George Davey SmithProfessor George Davey Smith FRS FMedSci, Professor of Clinical Epidemiology at the University of Bristol, is the recipient of the 2025 MRC Millennium Medal.MRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 13/11/2025Ambitious new UK project to transform human disease modelling #InnovateUKukri.orgAmbitious new UK project to transform human disease modellingA major new initiative aims to redefine human-based research models for greater understanding of disease and the acceleration of new medicines. Innovate UK MRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 13/11/2025ICYMI: Ambitious new UK project to transform human disease modelling #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgAmbitious new UK project to transform human disease modellingA major new initiative aims to redefine human-based research models for greater understanding of disease and the acceleration of new medicines. MRC 010
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 12/11/2025Ambitious new UK project to transform human disease modelling #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgAmbitious new UK project to transform human disease modellingA major new initiative aims to redefine human-based research models for greater understanding of disease and the acceleration of new medicines. MRC 010
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 11/11/2025Winners of Contracts for Innovation quantum funding announced #InnovateUKukri.orgWinners of Contracts for Innovation quantum funding announcedOver £14 million has been invested by Innovate UK across 14 projects proposals to accelerate the development and adoption of quantum technology.Innovate UK 020
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 08/11/2025ICYMI: Bioengineered bone marrow model successful in leukaemia research #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgBioengineered bone marrow model successful in leukaemia researchUniversity of Glasgow scientists have used the first bioengineered bone marrow model to advance cancer research and reveal new therapy insights.BBSRC EPSRC 030
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 07/11/2025Bioengineered bone marrow model successful in leukaemia research #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgBioengineered bone marrow model successful in leukaemia researchUniversity of Glasgow scientists have used the first bioengineered bone marrow model to advance cancer research and reveal new therapy insights.BBSRC EPSRC 030
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 07/11/2025Bioengineered bone marrow model successful in leukaemia research #EPSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgBioengineered bone marrow model successful in leukaemia researchUniversity of Glasgow scientists have used the first bioengineered bone marrow model to advance cancer research and reveal new therapy insights.BBSRC EPSRC 023
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 07/11/2025ICYMI: Study finds radiotherapy can be avoided after a mastectomy #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgStudy finds radiotherapy can be avoided after a mastectomyNew research shows radiotherapy can be safely omitted as a treatment for many breast cancer patients who have had a mastectomy and are taking anti-cancer drugs.MRC 010
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 06/11/2025ICYMI: Data platform could accelerate care for mental health conditions #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgData platform could accelerate care for mental health conditionsAccessible website with data on how genes and molecules impact symptoms and outcomes aims to speed up identification and treatment for mental health conditions.MRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 06/11/2025Study finds radiotherapy can be avoided after a mastectomy #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgStudy finds radiotherapy can be avoided after a mastectomyNew research shows radiotherapy can be safely omitted as a treatment for many breast cancer patients who have had a mastectomy and are taking anti-cancer drugs.MRC 010
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 05/11/2025Data platform could accelerate care for mental health conditions #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgData platform could accelerate care for mental health conditionsAccessible website with data on how genes and molecules impact symptoms and outcomes aims to speed up identification and treatment for mental health conditions.MRC 010
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 05/11/2025ICYMI: STFC backs 10 pioneering health start-ups at Daresbury Laboratory #STFCScienceukri.orgSTFC backs 10 pioneering health start-ups at Daresbury LaboratoryFrom early lung cancer detection to heart failure prediction, businesses at the Health BIC are developing breakthrough technologies to improve patient outcomes.STFC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 04/11/2025ICYMI: New gene atlas paves way for healthier, more resilient oats #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgNew gene atlas paves way for healthier, more resilient oatsAn international research team has sequenced 33 oat genomes, producing an unprecedented gene atlas to help boost crop health and climate resilience.BBSRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 03/11/2025New gene atlas paves way for healthier, more resilient oats #BBSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgNew gene atlas paves way for healthier, more resilient oatsAn international research team has sequenced 33 oat genomes, producing an unprecedented gene atlas to help boost crop health and climate resilience.BBSRC 022
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 03/11/2025Building healthier, more prosperous communities #InnovateUKukri.orgBuilding healthier, more prosperous communitiesInnovate UK announces an investment of £2.5 million to scale innovation in community-led approaches to improve health outcomes at local level.Innovate UK 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 30/10/2025ICYMI: Higher Education Innovation Funding to focus on economic growth #ResearchEngland #AcademicSkyukri.orgHigher Education Innovation Funding to focus on economic growthResearch England has today published a refreshed strategic direction of the Higher Education Innovation Funding (HEIF) programme. Research England 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 29/10/2025STFC backs 10 pioneering health start-ups at Daresbury Laboratory #STFCScienceukri.orgSTFC backs 10 pioneering health start-ups at Daresbury LaboratoryFrom early lung cancer detection to heart failure prediction, businesses at the Health BIC are developing breakthrough technologies to improve patient outcomes.STFC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 29/10/2025Higher Education Innovation Funding to focus on economic growth #ResearchEngland #AcademicSkyukri.orgHigher Education Innovation Funding to focus on economic growthResearch England has today published a refreshed strategic direction of the Higher Education Innovation Funding (HEIF) programme. Research England 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 29/10/2025ICYMI: UKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder survey #ESRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgUKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder surveyIn our third annual survey, we are asking for feedback on what we do, how well we do it and what our stakeholders think about UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). AHRC BBSRC EPSRC ESRC Innovate UK MRC NERC Research England STFC UKRI 001
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 29/10/2025ICYMI: Scientists uncover how the brain falls asleep #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgScientists uncover how the brain falls asleepScientists have pinpointed, for the first time, the exact moment the brain transitions into sleep, and precisely map the unfolding process in real time.MRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 29/10/2025ICYMI: Smart heat pumps could cut bills and ease grid pressure #EPSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgSmart heat pumps could cut bills and ease grid pressureUK research shows heat pumps could cut emissions, lower bills, and help balance electricity demand, keeping homes warm and easing pressure on the grid.EPSRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 28/10/2025Scientists uncover how the brain falls asleep #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgScientists uncover how the brain falls asleepScientists have pinpointed, for the first time, the exact moment the brain transitions into sleep, and precisely map the unfolding process in real time.MRC 100
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 28/10/2025Smart heat pumps could cut bills and ease grid pressure #EPSRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgSmart heat pumps could cut bills and ease grid pressureUK research shows heat pumps could cut emissions, lower bills, and help balance electricity demand, keeping homes warm and easing pressure on the grid.EPSRC 012
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 27/10/2025ICYMI: STFC launches powerful new AI supercomputer for industry #STFCScienceukri.orgSTFC launches powerful new AI supercomputer for industryFrom new medicines to clean energy, the Mary Coombs supercomputer will help UK industry make breakthroughs through AI and advanced computing.STFC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 24/10/2025Science Minister announces Dementia Patient Flow Challenge #InnovateUKukri.orgScience Minister announces Dementia Patient Flow ChallengeLord Vallance challenges innovators to transform dementia treatment by 2030.Innovate UK MRC 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 24/10/2025Science Minister announces Dementia Patient Flow Challenge #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgScience Minister announces Dementia Patient Flow ChallengeLord Vallance challenges innovators to transform dementia treatment by 2030.Innovate UK MRC 001
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 24/10/2025ICYMI: UKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder survey #ESRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgUKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder surveyIn our third annual survey, we are asking for feedback on what we do, how well we do it and what our stakeholders think about UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). AHRC BBSRC EPSRC ESRC Innovate UK MRC NERC Research England STFC UKRI 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 24/10/2025Accelerating early dementia detection #InnovateUKukri.orgAccelerating early dementia detectionInnovate UK announces £1.2 million investment in projects aiming to accelerate innovation in digital cognitive assessments for dementia.Innovate UK 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 23/10/2025UKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder survey #ESRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgUKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder surveyIn our third annual survey, we are asking for feedback on what we do, how well we do it and what our stakeholders think about UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). AHRC BBSRC EPSRC ESRC Innovate UK MRC NERC Research England STFC UKRI 001
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 23/10/2025UKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder survey #NERC #AcademicSkyukri.orgUKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder surveyIn our third annual survey, we are asking for feedback on what we do, how well we do it and what our stakeholders think about UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). AHRC BBSRC EPSRC ESRC Innovate UK MRC NERC Research England STFC UKRI 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 23/10/2025UKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder survey #AHRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgUKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder surveyIn our third annual survey, we are asking for feedback on what we do, how well we do it and what our stakeholders think about UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). AHRC BBSRC EPSRC ESRC Innovate UK MRC NERC Research England STFC UKRI 000
News from UK Research and Innovation @news.ukri.org · 23/10/2025UKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder survey #MRC #AcademicSkyukri.orgUKRI seeks your views in 2025 stakeholder surveyIn our third annual survey, we are asking for feedback on what we do, how well we do it and what our stakeholders think about UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). AHRC BBSRC EPSRC ESRC Innovate UK MRC NERC Research England STFC UKRI 000