Harnessing scientific and technological innovation in the UK
What is the role of funding, collaboration, skills and policy in harnessing scientific and technological innovation in the UK?
Latest research
Read our analysis of new and emerging research areas
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Global societal challenges and technology
The world faces several global challenges from climate change, sustainability, inequality, and other threats. How can digital technologies and AI help us to respond?
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Digitalisation within and across UK infrastructure
Digital technologies are revolutionising much of the UK’s infrastructure. What are the are opportunities and challenges?
Future research
View upcoming research topics and contribute as an expert
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Approved work: Psychedelic drugs and mental health
This POSTbrief will outline the regulatory and legal landscape for research using psychedelic drugs to treat a wide range of mental health disorders.
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Approved work: Artificial Intelligence and Mental Health
This POSTnote will outline the challenges and opportunities for the use of artificial intelligence and mental health
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Approved work: Children's wellbeing and behaviour in schools
This POSTnote will outline the current evidence and policies in schools to support children's wellbeing and behaviour.
About us
Find out what we do, learn about our history, and explore opportunities to work with us.
Become a POST fellow
Explore the latest opportunities to join our fellowship schemes
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Nuffield Foundation POST Fellowship 2024
Applications are open for a round of the Nuffield Foundation POST Fellowship scheme. Open to any PhD students in a natural science or social science field who are undertaking or have recently finished their PhD studies. Apply by 23:59 on 20 October 2024.
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UK Research and Innovation Policy Internships
Applications close on 2 October 2024.
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Institute of Food Science and Technology Fellowship 2024-2025
Applications closed 17 July 2024.
