The research sector is in a “holding pattern” over ODA funding
Parliamentary committee told that a long-term government commitment is needed
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Value capture and complementary capabilities
9 OctoberAnalysisThe metascience unit sets out its thinking on AI-powered research evaluation
9 OctoberA new definition of “growth in every postcode”
8 OctoberData: Innovation surveys
8 OctoberAnalysisReduced budget proposed for next Horizon Europe – Irish EU presidency’s negotiating box kicks off further funding debate
Conservatives commit to £2bn cuts in science and innovation funding – Opposition plans to return “DSIT-equivalent” funding to 2024–25 levels
Universities Wales: the priority given to R&I in Wales is “especially low” – Budget submission calls for Welsh government to address longstanding underinvestment in research
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