Research and funding

UK universities carry out world-class research. We want to secure stable and sustainable investment in university research to maximise the benefits to the economy, society and people's everyday lives.

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9 December 2022 Opinion

9 December 2022 Opinion

Failing to protect innovation funding risks 'levelling down’

The UK Government’s blind spot to research and innovation projects funded through EU structural funds risks 'levelling down', argues Vice-Chancellor of Swansea University Professor Paul Boyle CBE.
22 November 2022 UUKi news

22 November 2022 UUKi news

Universities UK reiterates desire to see association to Horizon Europe ratified

Our response to the government's announcement of immediate investment for the UK research and development and fusion sectors.
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.
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'.
3 November 2021 Explainer

3 November 2021 Explainer

What does the Spending Review 2021 mean for university research and innovation?

The biggest announcement for universities was the government’s plans to invest in research and innovation (R&I). But what does this mean for universities?
27 October 2021 Media releases

27 October 2021 Media releases

Our response to the budget

Quote from Professor Steve West, President of Universities UK on today's budget announcement.
21 October 2021 Research and innovation

21 October 2021 Research and innovation

Delivering on the UK's plans for growth

Our briefing presents the case for how activities at UK universities will play a key role in supporting the UK's ambitions to become a science superpower.
16 March 2021 Research and innovation

16 March 2021 Research and innovation

Government must urgently reconsider research budget cuts

Universities UK has today written to the government seeking urgent clarity on the future of funding for UK science and research.
27 June 2020 Research and innovation

27 June 2020 Research and innovation

Universities UK response to government’s support package for UK research jobs

The UK government has announced a support package to give greater job protection for researchers, scientists and technicians working at UK universities during coronavirus (Covid-19).