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The government is inviting EdTech companies and AI labs to bid to develop safe, personalised AI tutoring tools designed to improve learning outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Liz Kendall, spoke at Wayve, launching the Sovereign AI Fund on Thursday 16 April 2026.
Sovereign AI is the UK’s £500 million bet to back homegrown AI founders, drive growth and create jobs across the UK.
Robots, not people, could respond to future high-risk incidents following the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory's recent testing.
UKAEA launches Diagnostics Innovation Centre of Excellence (DICE) to strengthen UK's position as a world leader in fusion diagnostics.
Opportunities for scientific experts to join the government and put science advice at the heart of decision making.
UKAEA and National College for Nuclear and Clean Energy launch CROSS (Cumbria Robotics Operations Skills Centre) to build UK’s robotics-enabled workforce.
UKAEA launches Global Fusion Guide for SMEs, helping businesses with clear, practical steps to collaborate with, and supply, fusion developers worldwide.
UK’s national fusion laboratory charts a clear mission and targets progress towards fusion energy and generating economic benefits for the UK.
Knowing how easily our platforms can be detected by radar is vital for keeping them safe and spotting any weaknesses.
Fresh backing for the sector unlocked by the Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund.
The National Armaments Director (NAD) Group is now fully established and sees the retirement of its Deputy Director Andy Start after 37 years in defence.
British scientists have launched a crew of microscopic worms to the International Space Station in a pioneering experiment that could help unlock the secrets of long-duration space travel - and support ambitions to reach the…
The UK government is considering tougher measures against criminals exploiting gadgets designed to hack doorbells and vehicle tracking systems.
The Lords Minister has appointed 6 new members to the Animals in Science Committee.
Reporters from Ghana and Nigeria complete UK‑funded training at Imperial College, London to enhance evidence‑based storytelling and support policymaking.
Communique following the fifth meeting of the Quantum Development Group (QDG).
The British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur hosted the ‘Leading the Future’: Women and Girls in Science Forum to celebrate women scientists.
The Home Office has written to the Chair of the Animals in Science Committee to provide an update on the regulation of decapods.
Partnerships in regions across England and Wales backed to build on local innovation strengths and fast‑track ideas from prototype to market.
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