Blog – UKRI https://www.ukri.org UK Research and Innovation Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:38:19 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.ukri.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/cropped-ukri-site-icon-32x32.png Blog – UKRI https://www.ukri.org 32 32 A new landscape for doctoral training https://www.ukri.org/blog/a-new-landscape-for-doctoral-training/ Tue, 30 Jan 2024 14:38:19 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=132194 The announcement of BBSRC and NERC’s new collaborative doctoral landscape award marks an important step in UKRI’s transition to a collective talent funding model.]]> BEST helps bridge the gap between academia and industry https://www.ukri.org/blog/best-helps-bridge-the-gap-between-academia-and-industry/ Fri, 05 May 2023 09:00:11 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=107744 ECRs are integral to the future success of UK bioscience. That’s why BBSRC invests heavily in supporting ECRs as they transition towards their future. ]]> Informing BBSRC’s future AMR research strategy https://www.ukri.org/blog/informing-bbsrcs-future-amr-research-strategy/ Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:00:07 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=92750 Multidrug resistant bacteria inside a biofilmAs part of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week, we’re shining a light on the findings from BBSRC’s evaluation of investments in antimicrobial resistance research.]]> BBSRC’s ambitions for UK bioscience https://www.ukri.org/blog/bbsrcs-ambitions-for-uk-bioscience/ Fri, 04 Nov 2022 09:00:33 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=90465 Concept image of a structure of the genetic codeWhat exactly does the launch of BBSRC’s new strategic delivery plan mean for our research community and the direction of bioscience?]]> Research frontiers: how do genes control sleep? https://www.ukri.org/blog/research-frontiers-how-do-genes-control-sleep/ Tue, 11 Oct 2022 13:02:37 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=88556 The presynaptic sites (highlighted) for Neurocalcin expressing neuron populations in the fly brain (blue)Exciting research recently funded through BBSRC’s responsive mode new investigator scheme explores how genes and neurons in the visual system control sleep.]]> The value of the Animal Welfare Research Network (AWRN) https://www.ukri.org/blog/the-value-of-the-animal-welfare-research-network-awrn/ Wed, 06 Jul 2022 09:00:23 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=78479 Multicoloured hens green backgroundAs the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Act 2022 makes its way through UK parliament, now is an opportune moment to reflect on the role of the AWRN.]]> Preparing for CBD COP15: a view from Geneva https://www.ukri.org/blog/preparing-for-cbd-cop15-a-view-from-geneva/ Fri, 10 Jun 2022 08:00:44 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=75359 Aerial view of Geneva, Lake Geneva with famous fountain Jet d´Eau are seen in the background, Switzerland,Firsthand insights from Geneva in preparation for the UN Biodiversity Conference (CBD COP 15). ]]> Tackling research challenges through the power of team science https://www.ukri.org/blog/tackling-research-challenges-through-the-power-of-team-science/ Tue, 31 May 2022 10:48:57 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=74607 A close up shot of a petri dish with a computer screen with amino chains in the backgroundExplaining the story behind the new BBSRC strategic longer and larger (sLoLa) project and why its ambitions can only be realised through team science. ]]> Examining the use of experimental models in research https://www.ukri.org/blog/examining-the-use-of-experimental-models-in-research/ Tue, 12 Apr 2022 08:00:09 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=69928 Scientist's hand working with petri dishes with various bacteria, tissue and blood samplesWork conducted by BBSRC, in consultation with The Physiological Society and NC3Rs, is helping to foster vital conversations around the use of models in research.]]> Understanding the origins of life helps address major challenges https://www.ukri.org/blog/understanding-the-origins-of-life-helps-address-major-challenges/ Fri, 25 Mar 2022 09:51:22 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=66112 This image shows the often bean-shaped mitochondria as viewed under the microscope.Frontier research into some of life's most fundamental questions is delivering new insights into human health.]]> Waste not, want not: maximising value from the food chain https://www.ukri.org/blog/waste-not-want-not-maximising-value-from-the-food-chain/ Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:58:06 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=64777 Woman's hands putting organic matter on to the compost pile with layers of organic matter and soil.With an estimated one third of the world’s food being wasted throughout the supply chain, we uncover some of the steps being taken to address this global issue.]]> BBSRC’s Big Ideas Pipeline: what makes an idea compelling? https://www.ukri.org/blog/bbsrcs-big-ideas-pipeline-what-makes-an-idea-compelling/ Fri, 26 Nov 2021 09:00:59 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=44015 Loop da loop with a pair of light sticks while walking backwards in the pitch black of the underground stormBBSRC piloted the Big Ideas Pipeline in 2019 to identify future research and innovation priorities. We reflect and provide insights on this exciting new mechanism.]]> UKRI’s commercialisation plan: from ambition to action https://www.ukri.org/blog/ukris-commercialisation-plan-from-ambition-to-action/ Thu, 25 Nov 2021 10:00:31 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=44253 Business persons walking and working around the office buildingTony Soteriou highlights the ambition of UKRI’s commercialisation team to help tackle society’s greatest challenges.]]> Stop the spread: how BBRSC investments are tackling AMR https://www.ukri.org/blog/stop-the-spread-how-bbrsc-investments-are-tackling-amr/ Thu, 18 Nov 2021 09:00:39 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=43479 Microscopic blue bacteriaHighlighting antimicrobial resistance (AMR) research that showcases how BBSRC investments are making headway in helping to address this global health challenge.]]>