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.
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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.