International research collaboration

We make collaboration between researchers from the UK and other countries easier by working closely with universities and funding bodies. From identifying funding opportunities, to providing partner-matching services we’re strengthening the UK’s international links.

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20 December 2022 UUKi news

20 December 2022 UUKi news

UUK responds to Horizon Europe guarantee extension

Our response to the UK Government announcement that the Horizon Europe funding guarantee has been extended.
13 December 2022 UUKi news

13 December 2022 UUKi news

UUKi responds to announcement of new International Science Partnerships Fund

On Tuesday 13 December 2022, Science and Technology Minister George Freeman announced phase one of a new global research fund, International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF), at an event in Tokyo, Japan. This initial phase of the fund will be opened with £119m worth of funding to allow UK scientists and innovators to collaborate with peers around the world on some of the most pressing issues facing our planet. Jamie Arrowsmith, Director, Universities UK International, said:
1 December 2022 International

1 December 2022 International

The UK-Japan relationship: collaboration in higher education, research and innovation

This report assesses the current levels of research collaboration between the UK and Japan and suggests future opportunities for cooperation between the two countries.
28 November 2022 International research collaboration

28 November 2022 International research collaboration

UK-Ukraine R&I twinning grants scheme

Universities UK International’s (UUKi) UK-Ukraine R&I twinning grants scheme provides funding until 31 August 2023 for eligible higher education institutions participating in the UK-Ukraine Twinning Initiative, coordinated by the Cormack Consultancy Group (CCG), to develop bespoke programmes of work that address the reciprocal research and innovation needs of both Ukrainian and UK institutions and researchers.
13 November 2022 Media releases

13 November 2022 Media releases

Universities call on government to back world-leading UK research and innovation ahead of autumn statement

Ahead of the autumn statement on 17 November, we are urging the Chancellor to recommit to uplifting investment on research and development. This long-term investment will ensure that universities can continue to support growth and prosperity across the whole of the UK.
1 November 2022 UUKi news

1 November 2022 UUKi news

UUKi and Mitacs sign renewed agreement to continue providing opportunities for UK-Canada research collaboration

Universities UK International (UUKi) and Mitacs are delighted to announce that they will be renewing their partnership.
1 September 2022 International research collaboration

1 September 2022 International research collaboration

UK – Israel innovation researcher mobility scheme

The UK – Israel innovation researcher mobility scheme allows UK-based researchers to apply for funding to spend a period of mobility at a partner organisation in Israel or the Occupied Palestinian Territories to undertake projects focussed on innovation and/or entrepreneurial skills development. Applications for this scheme closed on 30 January, 2023.
24 August 2022 International research collaboration

24 August 2022 International research collaboration

FAQs on the UK's participation in Horizon Europe

The UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement, agreed late in 2020, included a joint commitment that the UK would become an associated country in the Horizon Europe programme, alongside Copernicus, Euratom Research and Training and Fusion for Energy. This process has not yet been finalised, despite calls from across the European research community via the Stick to Science campaign for UK association to Horizon Europe to be completed as soon as possible.
1 August 2022 International research collaboration

1 August 2022 International research collaboration

The UK's global research outlook: what does the data say?

UK university research and innovation retains an international outlook, despite the challenges thrown its way. Read more from Peter Mason.
20 July 2022 News

20 July 2022 News

Universities UK responds to UK Government publication on Horizon Europe contingency plans

Our statement in response to the UK Government's new paper, 'Supporting UK R&D and collaborative research beyond European programmes'.
20 June 2022 UUKi publications

20 June 2022 UUKi publications

International Facts and Figures 2022

International Facts and Figures is our annual snapshot of the international dimensions of UK higher education. Please note that due to the amount of content, some elements on this page may be slower at loading.
20 June 2022 Funding, finance and operations

20 June 2022 Funding, finance and operations

Managing risks in international research and innovation

Our publication outlines higher education sector guidance on how universities can manage security risks in their international research and innovation.