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The ongoing situation regarding coronavirus has significantly impacted the research and innovation community. The nature of these impacts will evolve and increase over the coming weeks and months.

The Prime Minister has reported on progress today (March 27) about rapidly scaling up ventilator production for patients with coronavirus. This follows a government call for industry support.

UK Research and Innovation has launched a new website for anyone interested in the science of COVID-19.

Researchers from UKRI’s GCRF Accelerating Achievement for Africa’s Adolescents (Accelerate) Hub have joined forces with the WHO, UNICEF and others to produce evidence-based tips for parents.

The Government and the UK’s Chief Scientific Adviser have today, Monday 23 March, backed the UK’s leading clinicians and scientists to map how COVID-19 spreads and behaves by using whole genome sequencing.

Six new studies into the novel coronavirus have been funded by the UK government, including testing a vaccine, developing therapies and improving understanding of how to treat COVID-19.

Wildlife lovers across the UK have the chance to contribute to a crowd-sourced nature diary today to celebrate the official arrival of spring - Friday 20 March. 

In recognition of the crucial role of the international research community in tackling the threat of COVID-19, UKRI and the NSFC of China have issued a joint statement highlighting a shared commitment to strengthening global collaborations and encouraging openness and data sharing to help ensure diagnostics, vaccines and prevention measures are developed rapidly for the benefit of every nation.

New findings from Innovate UK show that a half of young people in the UK think their age is a barrier to business success with nearly a third lacking the confidence they need to turn their idea into a reality.

The first nine Stephen Hawking Fellows, announced today, will continue Professor Stephen Hawking’s legacy by furthering our understanding of the universe and communicating the wonders of science to the public.

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has updated its fEC Grant Terms and Conditions and Training Grant Terms and Conditions, as part of its standard biannual update.

Business Secretary and COP26 President Alok Sharma has announced a £36.7 million investment to design, test and manufacture electric machines.

Recently announced projects will share over £20 million of funding from UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI) Fund for International Collaboration (FIC).

Research reveals climate concerns now second only to Brexit and highlights rising fears over flooding and heatwaves.

Seven new research and innovation projects that will develop new composite materials that can advance component manufacture in a number of global industries, such as aerospace, automotive and renewable energy generation, have been announced.

An interim leadership team has been appointed to drive forward the development of the UK’s National Quantum Computing Centre.

A new £10 million research and innovation programme is opening to support the integration of the financial risks of climate and environmental change into mainstream financial decision making.

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has become the first funder to sign the Technician Commitment, as both a funder, and as an employer. The move means greater visibility, recognition and career development opportunities for technicians.