BBSRC’s FLexible Interchange Programme (FLIP) supports the movement of people from one environment to a different one to exchange knowledge/technology/skills, developing bioscience research/researchers and addressing our strategic priorities. FLIP awards provide flexible opportunities for individuals (“the interchangers”) moving between different…
TSB and AHRC: Developing novel approaches to multi-disciplinary software development
The Technology Strategy Board and the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) are to invest up to £1m in feasibility studies to stimulate the development of new multi-disciplinary approaches to software development. We are looking to fund projects that seek…
Computer game could improve sight of visually impaired children
Visually impaired children could benefit from a revolutionary new computer game being developed by a team of neuroscientists and game designers. Academics from the University of Lincoln, UK, are working with WESC, one of the UK’s most respected specialist schools…
What is the future of our energy?
When it comes to sustainable energy supplies hydroelectric plants are usually the best solution, according to researchers who have reviewed the economic, social and environmental impact of fuel provision. Western Europe has run out of suitable locations to create large…
Ultrasonic sounds of the rainforest
Research aimed at developing ultrasonic microphones with insect-like sensitivity is to continue in the rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador. Following the discovery of a previously unidentified hearing organ in the South American bushcrickets’ ear, a scientist from the University of…
Get up to speed with engineering
Flying quadrocopters, robotic arms and a 3D printer will all be demonstrated at an event aimed at showcasing the UK’s engineering and manufacturing sector. Get up to Speed is one of the headline events of the 2012 Global Manufacturing Festival…