FCDO Research, Science and Technology

Why has Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' proven so resilient since Oct 2023? Beyond the Axis - 2 years of research & 250+ interviews across MENA by Century International through the GRTD-funded XCEPT programme - offers key insights. Explore the findings: grtd.fcdo.gov.uk/beyond-the-axi…

Great minds from the UK and across Africa are battling to end malaria. New vaccines, treatments and better bed nets already save lives. They are looking for the next breakthroughs. The UK backs partners like @MedsforMalaria and @invectorcontrol to make ending malaria possible.

The UK has announced an £88m extension to Transforming Energy Access, the research & innovation platform tackling energy poverty in developing countries. 🔋36m+ connected to clean energy 💡951 technologies 🌱£1.8bn leveraged 🌍6.1m tonnes CO2 avoided 👉bit.ly/3Rl1atD

New call for proposals to deliver an FCDO-funded programme synthesis on agriculture, food systems and nutrition in LMICs to inform a programme review. 📅Apply by 3 August 2026 🔎 Learn more: grtd.fcdo.gov.uk/funding/progra… #ResearchFunding #Nutrition #GRTD #RCC

New call for proposals for an FCDO-funded Rapid Evidence Review on agriculture + food systems for nutrition 📘 Update the global evidence base since 2018 🌍Focus on LMICs 📅Apply by 3 August 2026 🔎 Learn more: grtd.fcdo.gov.uk/rapid-evidence… #ResearchFunding #Nutrition #GRTD #RCC

Forecast: UK science going global.  
FCDO 🤝 @metoffice: teaming up to predict and respond to climate risks worldwide.    #LondonClimateActionWeek

New Frontiers of Conflict Research Call for Concept Notes is LIVE. FCDO short-term commission on emerging conflict trends in the Middle East, Horn of Africa, Eastern Europe. Deadline: 30 June 2026 (23:00 BST) Learn more: grtd.fcdo.gov.uk/research-commi… #ConflictResearch #GRTD #Funding

The UK’s new MHRN strengthens global prevention, preparedness & response to outbreaks & multi-hazard crises through rapid expert advice. Led by IDS, it is already supporting Ebola response in DRC & Uganda, alongside £5m for new treatments & diagnostics. 🔗 shorturl.at/5OgCB

Le Royaume-Uni vient de lancer un nouveau réseau de recherche multi-risques, réunissant des experts afin de renforcer la prévention, la preparation et la réponse aux épidémies, y compris l’Ebola en RDC. gov.uk/government/new…

La semaine dernière en RDC, @JennyChapman a vu le travail accompli par des partenaires pour contenir l’épidémie d’Ebola et protéger les communautés. L’ampleur du défi ne doit pas être sous-estimée. Le Royaume-Uni continuera de soutenir une riposte menée par les pays africains.

📢 Call for Applications: Eleven Senior Research Fellowships Hosted by FCDO in London or East Kilbride, these two-year placements are 0.4 FTE and subject to Security Check clearance. Applications close 30 August 2026, 5pm GMT. Apply: grtd.fcdo.gov.uk/call-for-expre…

The only way we are going to tackle the global challenges of today is through partnerships. We must draw on the strengths that everyone has to offer. That is how we build a better future. Read my speech at the Global Partnerships Conference here ⤵️ gov.uk/government/spe…

Watch the Global Partnerships Conference livestream on YouTube here ⤵️ youtube.com/live/T7cC_ke52…

The world has changed. But our values, ambition and determination to build a safer, fairer and more prosperous world, remains stronger than ever. To achieve this ambition, the way we work together must change too. independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-n…

Just over one month left to apply for infectious disease clinical trial funding. ⏰ We’re supporting transdisciplinary teams led from Africa, South Asia or South-East Asia to run randomised controlled trials that optimise licensed vaccines and therapeutics for infectious diseases. The goal: generate evidence that can inform changes to policy, practice or guidelines – and improve prevention and treatment in the communities most affected. • Level: £1,000,000 – £8,000,000 per award. • Duration: 3 – 5 years • Deadline: 2 June 2026 Delivered in partnership with NIHR: wellc.me/4rw0myj

British-backed science has helped build today’s antimalarial toolbox. Sustained support can get us closer to #ZeroMalaria. UK Parliamentarians explored tools behind progress against #malaria and innovations that can define what’s next at @malarianomoreuk’s #WorldMalariaDay event

Today, the UK set out new innovative development reforms – ensuring every pound delivers for the UK taxpayer and the people we support.

Preliminary Market Engagement Notice: Jobs and Inclusive Growth Centre of Expertise - Technical Assistance Facility. Thursday 26th March 26. Access bit.ly/4btNhj1 or the QR code below for more information on this opportunity. #FCDOGovUK #UKAid

@DHSCgovuk (through NIHR), @FCDOGovUK and @wellcometrust are funding clinical trials led by researchers in Africa, South and South-East Asia! 🔷 Focus: high-burden infectious diseases. 🔷Awards £1–8m. Find out more ➡️ nihr.ac.uk/news/new-fundi… #GlobalHealth #ClinicalTrials