Blog – UKRI https://www.ukri.org UK Research and Innovation Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:31:16 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://www.ukri.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/cropped-ukri-site-icon-32x32.png Blog – UKRI https://www.ukri.org 32 32 EPSRC’s 2025 university visits: research in motion https://www.ukri.org/blog/epsrcs-2025-university-visits-research-in-motion/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:00:27 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=177127 EPSRC Executive Chair Charlotte Deane posing at a university visit.An update from our Executive Chair on the 2025 university visits, covering priorities from AI to infrastructure and innovative research across UK institutions.

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]]> Quantum technologies: celebrating achievements and looking ahead https://www.ukri.org/blog/quantum-technologies-celebrating-achievements-and-looking-ahead/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:00:13 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=177515 A female researcher using a complicated piece of equipment with visible wires.Quantum Technology theme leads, Tracy and Lydia, highlight quantum achievements and the investments in talent and partnerships for the future.

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]]> The Franklin’s path to purposeful innovation https://www.ukri.org/blog/the-franklins-path-to-purposeful-innovation/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:00:47 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=173072 Two scientists working in a lab.Paul Matthews at The Rosalind Franklin Institute discusses a year of progress and renewed purpose.

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]]> Mathematical models turn patient data into life-saving insight https://www.ukri.org/blog/mathematical-models-turn-patient-data-into-life-saving-insight/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 08:00:05 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=172368 Group of early career researchers stood in front of a University of Exeter buildingFind out how mathematical research is unlocking new value from complex and underused intensive care unit (ICU) data.

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]]> Using statistics to better understand researcher funding outcomes https://www.ukri.org/blog/using-statistics-to-better-understand-researcher-funding-outcomes/ Mon, 24 Mar 2025 10:00:45 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=161993 In this blog we examine the findings of an independent exploration of EPSRC’s portfolio of research grants.

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]]> The vital role of discovery research https://www.ukri.org/blog/the-vital-role-of-discovery-research/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 09:00:12 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=156441 Two scientists in a lab holding lab storage bottles and talking with each otherFind out why discovery science is a vital UK asset.

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]]> Transforming biology with generative AI https://www.ukri.org/blog/transforming-biology-with-generative-ai/ Mon, 30 Sep 2024 14:42:49 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=151319 Pascal Notin shares his transition from industry to research.

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]]> My first 100 days as Director of the Rosalind Franklin Institute https://www.ukri.org/blog/my-first-100-days-as-director-of-the-rosalind-franklin-institute/ Wed, 07 Aug 2024 09:00:07 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=146855 Dr Felicia Green, a lady wearing a green lab coat, looking at a silver dome with silver and black pipes coming out of it, which is the stigmatic imaging secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) instrument.Professor Paul Matthews reflects on his first few months in post at the Franklin and future plans for the institute.

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]]> Powering the future https://www.ukri.org/blog/powering-the-future/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:00:55 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=145850 Young female engineer examines engine.Professor Marcelle McManus reflects on her engineering career.

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]]> Supporting the green energy transition https://www.ukri.org/blog/supporting-the-green-energy-transition/ Wed, 22 May 2024 08:00:42 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=141724 Electric car charging at power stationMengjiang Lin explains how her EPSRC ICASE project could improve energy storage materials to support the green energy transition.

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]]> Delivering the quantum advantage https://www.ukri.org/blog/delivering-the-quantum-advantage/ Wed, 08 May 2024 09:55:52 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=140810 Image of three Phasecraft founders.Ashley Montanaro, Chief Executive Officer of Phasecraft, explains how businesses play a role in helping quantum computers reach their potential.

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]]> Delving into AI for autonomous systems https://www.ukri.org/blog/delving-into-ai-for-autonomous-systems/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:28:56 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=136481 Data flowing with high speed showing Futuristic information technology and computer science concept.Abanoub Ghobrial at the University of Bristol discusses his Industrial Cooperative Award in Science and Engineering (ICASE) research with Thales.

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]]> Sloshing in next generation aircraft fuel tanks https://www.ukri.org/blog/sloshing-in-next-generation-aircraft-fuel-tanks/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 10:53:28 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=135625 Sloshing liquid impacts tank roof under high acceleration.ICASE student, Stuart Colville, explains his work on developing next generation liquid hydrogen fuel tanks.

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]]> My journey into the world of academia https://www.ukri.org/blog/my-journey-into-the-world-of-academia/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:34:11 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=131232 Sophie Morse wearing a blue lab coat smiling and leaning against shelf in a labDr Sophie Morse shares her career path, from doctoral training to being recognised as one of the Top 50 Women in Engineering.

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]]> From industrial revolution to sustainable solutions https://www.ukri.org/blog/from-industrial-revolution-to-sustainable-solutions/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:30:43 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=125176 EngineeringOn National Engineering Day, Dr Andy Lawrence explains how engineers are now driving sustainable solutions to benefit both people and the planet.

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]]> The circular economy: towards net zero https://www.ukri.org/blog/the-circular-economy-towards-net-zero/ Tue, 14 Jun 2022 08:00:40 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=75846 Hand holding a transparent globe with nature reflections inside itHow can the circular economy support the transition towards net zero?

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