How we improve lives and livelihoods

UK Research and Innovation invests taxpayers’ money into groundbreaking research and innovation to improve the lives and livelihoods of people everywhere. Headquartered in Swindon, UKRI creates impact locally and around the world, in areas from cancer treatments to clean oceans.

Our stories

A festival powered by research and innovation

UKRI-backed technologies helped local musicians shape a unique track for the Swindon Shuffle festival.

Lollipops detect cancer

Non-invasive test funded in Swindon to speed up diagnosis.

Five-minute dementia test

Laser-based test could transform early diagnosis.

Phonics to help kids read

Using research to boost reading skills.

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