UKRI launches programme to help people engage with publicly funded research and innovation

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the UK’s public research and innovation funding agency, is launching a programme to help people engage with publicly funded research and innovation and shape conversations about its future.

UKRI announced the programme, which will span six years and be delivered by the British Science Association in collaboration with organisations from the UK research engagement sector, on 27/10/2026.

It will focus particularly on "young people and communities that are currently underrepresented in research and innovation", to help them explore how research affects their everyday lives and ensure their perspectives inform future discussions about research and innovation.

The programme will also include dialogues with young people, giving them opportunities to share their…