Research
Research Landscape
Visit our Guide to the organisation of science, engineering and technology in the UK (GOST) to find out about funding, science in government, the research base and how international collaboration is fostered.
UK Universities
There are more than 100 universities in the UK and most of them undertake some form of research. University of Wolverhampton host an active map of UK universities, with contact details and links through to research pages.
European Research News
European RTD Insight is a monthly publication on developments in EU research and policy. In addition to EU policy and research news, Insight includes information on education, training and culture, external collaboration, events and awards, and new publications and on-line resources. It also contains a glossary of EU acronyms and terms.
The European Commission has adopted a European Charter for Researchers and a Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers.
If you are currently in the UK and would like to work abroad as a researcher, this section can provide you with information and useful links to help you make the move. Find out about what to do when leaving the UK, how to find jobs and funding abroad, and where to find further information.
Industry plays a large role in Research and Development in the UK. Find out more about this sector and about the top companies performing R&D in the UK.
If you perform research in the UK you may need to know about intellectual property rights – read more about this here.
For certain areas of research you may need special training or licences, for example if you plan to work with animals. Find out more about UK regulations governing animal experimentation, the use of human subjects or tissue in research, and laboratory safety.
