Science in Parliament Winter 2025

Navigating the Future: NOC’s 2025–2035 Strategy for Ocean Science and Innovation

The National Oceanography Centre’s bold new strategy for 2025–2035 charts a decade of innovation in marine science and technology. Discover how NOC plans to drive ocean discovery, climate resilience, and sustainable maritime growth on a global scale.

Mathematics and Sustainability: Reflections on the First IMA Climate-Focused Meeting

The IMA’s first meeting on “Mathematics for Climate, Environment and Sustainability” brought together experts from academia, industry and government to discuss the pivotal role of mathematics in tackling global environmental challenges. Read the full event summary and access the official report and recordings.

Harwell Quantum Cluster: Powering the UK’s Quantum Leap

The Harwell Quantum Cluster is transforming the UK’s quantum capabilities from cutting-edge research into real-world impact. With major investment partnerships and a robust national infrastructure, Harwell is where science meets scale—and the UK meets its quantum future.

Common Antibiotic Linked to Lower Schizophrenia Risk in Adolescents, Study Finds

A commonly used antibiotic, doxycycline, could reduce the risk of schizophrenia in adolescents, a new study reveals. The research opens promising possibilities for repurposing existing medications to prevent severe mental illness.

ARDS Survivors Face Long-Term Immune Dysfunction: Hypoxia Reprograms Neutrophils for Months

New research reveals that surviving ARDS comes with a hidden cost: months of weakened immune function caused by oxygen deprivation that physically alters infection-fighting cells. This discovery could transform how we care for critically ill patients during recovery.

Science in Parliament Autumn 2025

Youth Voices Shape Future of UK’s Nuclear Waste Management

How do young people feel about the UK’s nuclear waste plans? A groundbreaking Youth Forum has brought fresh voices to the table, challenging assumptions and helping shape a safer, more inclusive approach to radioactive waste disposal.

Cruising for Clues: Tracking Arctic Invasive Species with eDNA

Scientists aboard a research cruise in the Arctic are using cutting-edge eDNA technology to detect invasive species before they take hold. As shipping and tourism increase in the region, this early-warning approach could be vital for protecting fragile polar ecosystems

A Decade of Discovery: Celebrating the Cambridge–AstraZeneca Life Sciences Partnership

AstraZeneca and the University of Cambridge celebrate a decade of collaboration, transforming scientific breakthroughs into real-world patient care. Their partnership showcases the power of academia-industry synergy in securing the UK’s global leadership in life sciences.