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Bridging Research and Reality: The UK’s Quantum Leap and Infrastructure Transformation
How can the UK overcome barriers to delivering world-class infrastructure and scale quantum innovation beyond the lab? The latest FST Journal explores the formation of NISTA, the UK’s new infrastructure authority, and outlines the strategic shifts needed to make quantum technologies commercially viable. A must-read for science, policy, and industry leaders.
Inspiring Future Careers: NWS Hosts Leadership Programme for Young People in Cumbria
Nuclear Waste Services recently hosted five students as part of the Dream Placement programme, offering young people in Cumbria a week of immersive leadership and career exploration. With hands-on experience across multiple departments and a real-world project linking nuclear work with education, this initiative is helping to shape future career choices—and opening doors in the nuclear industry.
Celebrating the Future of UK Innovation: STEM for Britain 2025 Finals at Portcullis House
STEM for Britain 2025 brings the nation’s most promising early-career researchers to Parliament, showcasing cutting-edge work in science, technology, engineering, and maths. As policymakers and industry leaders engage with these bright minds, the event highlights the vital role of research in shaping the UK’s future.
UK Unveils New Vision for Global Science and Technology Leadership
The UK has refreshed its global science and technology strategy to bolster international collaboration and maintain its leadership in innovation. Under the “Science and Technology Framework – International”, the UK aims to drive breakthroughs in AI, quantum computing, and space exploration while securing critical tech supply chains.
Professor Sir Ian Chapman Appointed as UKRI CEO, Prioritizing Economic Growth
Professor Sir Ian Chapman has been appointed as the next CEO of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), with a strong focus on driving economic growth through research and innovation. His leadership will strengthen industry-academia partnerships, foster technological advancements, and position the UK as a global leader in science and technology.
The Role of AI in Healthcare: Opportunities, Challenges, and Policy Considerations
AI is revolutionising healthcare, offering new possibilities in diagnostics and patient care. However, challenges such as data security, algorithmic bias, and regulatory oversight must be addressed. How can policymakers ensure AI enhances healthcare while safeguarding patient rights?
UK’s First Space Weather Neutron Monitor in 40 Years Installed in Cornwall
The UK has installed its first neutron monitor for space weather tracking in 40 years, a cutting-edge system designed by Lancaster University. Located at the Met Office in Cornwall, this new instrument enhances global efforts to detect and forecast solar radiation storms that can disrupt modern infrastructure.
Interdisciplinary Science and Climate Action – Insights from Prof. Chris Rapley
Discover how interdisciplinary science reshapes our understanding of Earth’s systems and drives meaningful climate action. Professor Chris Rapley shares lessons from his pioneering career in bridging disciplines and breaking barriers.