The UK has reached an important milestone in its support for research and innovation with £2 billion in Horizon Europe guarantee funding.
The Horizon Europe guarantee funding has gone to UK-based researchers, innovators and businesses tackling everything from studying bacteria in waters to artificial intelligence (AI) combating drug trafficking. The milestone reflects the UK’s commitment to maintaining its role in global research and innovation, as well as ambitions for an improved and ambitious relationship with European partners.
The success of the guarantee scheme is evident. With over 4,000 grants verified, UK researchers have been able to participate in groundbreaking research and partner with colleagues across Europe and beyond. These collaborations are crucial in addressing many of today’s global challenges, including climate change, public health and technological advancement.
Examples include:
- supporting efforts to stop drug trafficking
- using AI to support patients with Parkinson’s disease
- studying antimicrobial-resistant bacteria in coastal waters
- studying the potential health implications of the Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields used by 5G
- the impact of deepfakes on human rights accountability in legal proceedings
