Sophie Hogan

Eleven researchers lured to country by five-year professorships, endowed with about €2.5 million each A Finnish scheme to attract top researchers to the country from abroad has awarded its first funding, drawing 11 people from countries including Australi... See more

Well known for its support of fundamental research, the Leo Foundation also funds translational projects Top tips - Communicate the translational impact, or potential impact, of your project. - Strive to demonstrate a simple, tangible potential outcome fr... See more

Feedback sought on initiatives to ease the movement of skilled workers, including researchers The European Commission has opened a consultation on plans to facilitate the free movement of workers across national borders, in part through smoother recogniti... See more

Deal on joining 2021-27 EU research and innovation programme expected to be signed this year A deal has been agreed on Japan joining the 2021‑27 version of the EU’s research and innovation programme, Horizon Europe. Announced by the European Commission la... See more

Fee for EU programme lowered as part of deal, as sector celebrates re-entry The UK will rejoin the European Union’s flagship mobility programme for students in the 2027-28 academic year, the Cabinet Office has announced. After months of talks, a deal was ... See more