Optimism despite “rollercoaster” Horizon decision
"Don't despair" - that was the message from Universities UK chief executive Vivienne Stern to the sector regarding the UK government's further delayed Horizon Europe decision.
"Don't despair" - that was the message from Universities UK chief executive Vivienne Stern to the sector regarding the UK government's further delayed Horizon Europe decision.
Research pedigree and the tuition fees cap were talking point at HEPI's 20th anniversary event as speakers reflected on policy challenges.
New Zealand has joined the EU's flagship research and innovation program as the first association partner that is not geographically close to the continent.
The UK has outlined plans to cement its place as a STEM superpower, but more needs to be done to strengthen links to benefit local communities, create jobs and amplify the global reach of UK research.
An agreement on trading arrangements in Northern Ireland will allow the UK to take steps to realign with the EU's research funding program Horizon Europe.
Scientists in New Zealand will be able to access EU research funding from next year as the country has successfully secured association to Horizon Europe.
University leaders last week called on the British government to develop a sustainable funding model for UK higher education following concerns about reliance on international students.
The EC president von der Leyen should use her "unique role" to safeguard vital science collaboration in Europe, Stick to Science campaigners have said.