The UK has one of the most creative and productive scientific and research communities in the world. From 17th century mathematician, Isaac Newton, who discovered gravity, to Watson and Crick, who unravelled the structure of DNA in the 20th century, British scientists have always been up there with the world's best.

The UK Government sees science and innovation as a key export in today's highly competitive global economy. Because of this, its investment in research and development (R&D) has increased substantially over the past decade.

Our expertise

With one of the world’s most creative and productive scientific and research communities, Britain generates 5.5% of all research.

Research and development

Research Councils allocate funds supporting research projects and development activity across all academic disciplines in the UK.

Stem Cell Workshop

Bilateral seminar organised jointly by the UK Stem Cell Bank and the Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII) under the coordination of the British Embassy