Funding available for a Digital Research Technical Professional (RTP) Skills NetworkPlus, which will bring disciplines, sectors, and domains together to address cross-cutting challenges in digital RTP skills and careers.

Closes 27 June 2024: orlo.uk/Rt9I2

We’re pleased to be a signatory to the cross-sector environmental sustainability concordat published today, as part of our commitment to progressively embed environmental sustainability into all aspects of research and innovation.

More: orlo.uk/SIbW8

2024 marks 60 years since the 1st Government Chief Scientific Adviser, Lord Solly Zuckerman, was appointed and a year since I took on the role. To mark the start of anniversary celebrations, my team asked me to name as many GCSA facts in 1 minute as possible. Challenge accepted.

How can we deliver benefits across the UK through research and innovation while respecting the unique needs of specific areas?

Alison Park, Economic and Social Research Council Deputy Executive Chair, explores activating communities for regional renewal: orlo.uk/fSY6V

#UKRIVoices

We're pleased to announce that Science, Innovation, and Technology Secretary, Michelle Donelan has appointed The Baroness Bull CBE and Prof. Sir Ian Chapman as new non-executive directors to the UKRI board.

More about them and their roles: orlo.uk/Gy2v4

“It is vital for Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 to bring ambitious and strategic intent to how it works collaboratively with the UK academic sector'

A Request for Information (RFI) to get ideas on how to accelerate game-changing innovation has been issued

👉 bit.ly/3UjU3QV #academia

#PostDocs and recent #PhD graduates of all nationalities - interested in undertaking a #research project at a 🇬🇧 host institution?

Register now for our free webinars on the 2024 #MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships Call: ➡️ukro.ac.uk/events/msca-po…
📍online 📅 14 + 15 May

#UK

Professor Chris Johnson has been appointed Chief Scientific Adviser of DSIT.

With over 20 years of experience in engineering and physical sciences, he will guide the department on its journey to become a science superpower.

More below 🔽
gov.uk/government/new…

It's Earth Day! Here's how scientists are monitoring endangered wildlife and their habitats using techniques originally designed to study distant galaxies 🦧 🪐
#EarthDay

Antarctica is #influencing your life right now! 🇦🇶

Earth’s frozen places are a crucial part of the climate and weather systems we’re all used to, and quite like as they are.

This #WorldEarthDay , here's why Antarctica (and polar science) matters - in 90 seconds ⬇️

Big news! Following the success of last year’s Daresbury Open Day, we’re opening up Harwell Campus to the public on Saturday 29 June 🎉

Tickets are available now – grab yours or share with friends and family ➡️eventbrite.co.uk/e/harwell-open…

#HarwellOpen24

🇬🇧 Researchers, interested in #funding - check out the new amended Horizon Europe Work Programme 2023-24! ⬇️

Do you need support in applying? Contact your institution's research office!

#UK #HorizonEu #grant #AcademicTwitter

We're back for the tenth annual #PeerReviewWeek ! Cast your vote to determine this year's theme! tinyurl.com/yc7f5tuj

▪️ Innovation and Technology
▪️ DEIA
▪️ Ethical Integrity
▪️ Optimizing the Research Experience

📢Join us at the UK Research and Innovation Arts and Humanities Research Council SEED Fellowship Conference on 22 April 9AM GMT to explore UK-China #CreativeIndustries research and innovation, networking with industry leaders & shaping the development of a pioneering research hub!

Register via: creativeindustrieshub.com/save-the-date-…

We’ve invited Dr Marc Reid (Dr Marc Reid ) to talk about how to handle those moments when we compare ourselves to others.

Read the full article here: orlo.uk/I8Tow

#UKRIFLF

When wider society is involved, research and innovation become more relevant for everyone. We’re delighted to see this report of activity and emerging insights from the first six months of the UKRI-funded #CommunityKnowledgeFund with The Young Foundation.

Are you a UK researcher looking to apply for funding as part of the U.S. National Science Foundation Global Centers initiative 2024? Find out more about the opportunity by joining our community webinar on Tuesday 23 April at 3pm (UK time).

Register now to secure your place: ukri.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

🌱 Launching the UK Agri-Tech Centre 🚀

Agri-EPI, CIEL and CHAP have joined forces to create the UK’s largest dedicated agri-tech organisation to drive agri-innovation at unprecedented levels.

More info - ukri.org/news/uk-agri-t…

🇬🇧 Researchers, don't miss your chance to feed into the development of the next #HorizonEU Framework Programme. ⬇️

Your voice matters; so make yours heard by the deadline of 6⃣ May.

#funding #UK #research #AcademicTwitter

We’re launching a new short-term visa that will allow international researchers to develop their skills and undertake research collaborations, work placements, and internships in critical technology areas. Find out more: orlo.uk/t87ti