https://www.ukri.org UK Research and Innovation Thu, 27 Jun 2024 08:10:09 +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 https://www.ukri.org 32 32 https://www.ukri.org/blog/a-roving-researcher-to-keep-science-rolling/ Thu, 27 Jun 2024 08:00:08 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=144256 Find out how a ‘roving researcher’ scheme is enabling scientists to keep momentum while taking long-term leave from the lab.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/working-life-autism-champion-simon-baron-cohen/ Thu, 30 May 2024 08:00:43 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=142136 Our MRC Millennium Medal 2023 winner shares his transformative research into the causes of autism and reshaping the public perception of neurodiversity.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/work-in-partnership-to-power-more-equitable-health-research/ Wed, 01 May 2024 12:58:48 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=140206 A personal perspective of co-developing a plan for how to bring together voices to better shape and share research, to benefit the health of everyone. ]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/extreme-pregnancy-sickness-the-quest-for-a-cause/ Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:20:25 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=137847 A collaborative quest, spanning three continents, offers hope for potential treatments and prevention of extreme sickness and nausea in pregnancy.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/five-things-we-learned-from-watching-a-funding-board-meeting/ Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:13:32 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=136235 Interested in learning more about the funding process? Find out how observing a board or panel meeting could also help you write more effective grant applications.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/health-research-who-funds-what-and-where/ Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:49:59 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=134885 Looking at funding trends can help build the case for future funding. Find out how you can make use of the largest ever analysis of UK health research funding. ]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/blueprint-for-a-team-science-dreamhouse/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:19:24 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=133732 See how a new research facility and strategy is building an open, collaborative and brighter future for science.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/supporting-the-worlds-best-researchers-to-improve-human-health/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:00:16 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=128864 New Executive Chair, Patrick Chinnery, talks about personal motivations, career inspirations, and how researchers are making a difference to people's lives.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/four-milestones-powering-the-genome-sequencing-revolution/ Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:00:15 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=126309 How genome sequencing discoveries in MRC’s history have helped power a genomic medicine revolution that’s changing the future of our healthcare system.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/creating-visibility-for-black-biomedical-researchers/ Wed, 18 Oct 2023 08:00:47 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=123970 During Black history month, learn about how impactful change can bring about a better future by addressing the underrepresentation of Black scientists.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/looking-beyond-publications-for-sharing-and-assessing-research/ Wed, 27 Sep 2023 08:00:37 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=121927 For peer review week 2023 we look beyond publications to shine a spotlight on alternative ways to share and review research outputs.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/how-to-grow-positive-research-culture-in-big-research-investments/ Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:44:52 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=119035 As we prepare to launch round two of funding for new MRC Centres of Research Excellence, read round one reflections and tips from our Major Investments Board.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/six-reasons-to-consider-an-industry-partner-for-your-fellowship/ Wed, 26 Jul 2023 08:00:57 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=115820 From accessing new resources and training, to securing precious focus time for research: the perks of partnering with industry on a clinical fellowship.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/working-to-improve-life-with-motor-neurone-disease/ Wed, 21 Jun 2023 11:09:42 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=112457 We mark Global Motor Neurone Disease Awareness Day by looking at important research to help people with this disease to live longer and more fulfilling lives.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/a-first-hand-account-of-academic-and-industry-partnering-benefits/ Wed, 14 Jun 2023 09:31:31 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=111362 The benefits of taking an ‘open innovation’ approach to academic and industry collaboration.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/recognising-outstanding-impacts-to-improve-research-culture/ Wed, 24 May 2023 10:19:28 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=109291 We reflect on the outstanding impacts made by the winners of our inaugural MRC Impact Prize 2022 in improving the wider research environment and culture.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/two-award-winning-technicians-and-their-top-career-tips/ Wed, 17 May 2023 08:00:56 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=108156 Research relies on technology, which needs the know-how of technical experts. Here we celebrate two award-winning technicians and hear their top career tips.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/from-the-archive-rosalind-franklins-famous-photo-51/ Tue, 25 Apr 2023 09:30:30 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=106706 Today on DNA Day, rediscover what is perhaps the most famous X-ray crystallography image in the world. A photo that was key to the discovery of the structure of DNA.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/championing-research-about-by-and-for-neurodivergent-people/ Thu, 30 Mar 2023 08:00:37 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=104816 How neurodiversity-inspired thinking is casting a new light on brain development research, with neurodivergent young people at its core.]]> https://www.ukri.org/blog/75-years-of-leading-global-health-research/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 09:00:26 +0000 https://beta-ukri.msappproxy.net/?p=102631 Celebrating 75 years of global health impact, and of building the next generation of African scientists, in The Gambia, West Africa and beyond.]]>