News & Events

Funding Call - IETF energy efficiency and decarbonisation studies, Spring 2021

14/07/2021

Organisations can apply for a share of up to £40 million to carry out feasibility and engineering studies into energy efficiency and decarbonisation technologies for industrial processes. Deadline: 14 July 2021

Network Re-Launch Event

29/06/2021

ERNW Re-Launch Event - 14.00 - 15.30 hrs, Tuesday 29 June - Join us for our first event via Zoom to hear about the planned activities and how the Welsh Government Horizon Europe Unit can support your research applications.

European Research and Innovation Days

23/06/2021

European Research and Innovation Days is the European Commission’s annual flagship Research and Innovation event, bringing together policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs and the public to debate and shape the future of research and innovation in Europe and beyond.

Horizon Europe Consortia Building Series

14/06/2021

This KTN Global Alliance webinar series, in partnership with UK National Contract Points (NCPs), will focus on pitching of project ideas and brokering partnerships for European Research and Innovation collaborations and networking #UKinHorizon

TFI Network+ Small Project Funding

11/06/2021

TFI Network+ invites proposals for short term projects (6 months or a maximum of £56k at 80% FEC) in the area of Energy Efficient Manufacturing within the Foundation Industries. Deadline: 11 June 2021

Call for Applications - L'Oréal-UNESCO UK and Ireland For Women in Science Rising Talent Programme

31/05/2021

Applications are open for the 2021 Programme which will award five outstanding female early-career scientists a bursary of £15,000. Deadline: 31 May 2021

Webinar - UKRO Webinar - Become an Expert Evaluator in Horizon Europe

26/05/2021

UKRO is pleased to invite subscribers to our 'Become an Expert Evaluator in Horizon Europe' webinar, which will take place between 14:00 and 15:00 (UK time) on Wednesday, 26 May 2021.

KTN - Trusted Research for Industry Series – Launch Event

17/05/2021

Join KTN, CPNI, NCSC and industry leaders for the launch of the Trusted Research for Industry series where we will discuss the impact of security risks and what it means for industry when embarking on research projects.

Centre for Circular Metals - Launch event

10/05/2021

Virtual launch of the Interdisciplinary Centre for Circular Metals. Part of £22.5 million government investment into Circular Economy research. A vision to make the UK first country to fully circulate metals by 2050.

UK participation in Horizon Europe and other EU programmes confirmed

04/05/2021

The UK has announced that it will associate to Horizon Europe subject to ratification of the overall deal and finalisation of the regulations.

Photonics for...Europe

29/04/2021

This KTN event will provide an overview of the role of photonics in Horizon Europe, including the role of Photonics21 and PhotonHub. Opportunities for photonics businesses and researchers to take part in Horizon Europe will be highlighted, both in the core photonics area and across the wider programme.

Made Smarter | Innovation Network : Making Manufacturing Smarter Webinars

14/04/2021

The KTN is running this webinar series from 14 April to 29 June, focused on helping manufacturers and digital technology companies Make Manufacturing Smarter.

Achieving the best for Welsh Science

24/01/2019

From a spider silk super lens to aiding in the development of lighter prosthetic limbs; the NRN AEM has funded an array of engineering projects and we reflect on the past five years, its achievements and successes.

Engineering Wales 2018

05/09/2018

Engineering Wales is back for a second year looking at the future of funding in Wales. Click here to register now.

NRN AEM research into non-destructive testing wins top prize at international conference

30/08/2018

An NRN AEM academic from Cardiff University has scooped best conference paper at this year’s European Workshop on Structural Health Monitoring Series (EWSHM).

NRN AEM Academic wins sought after EPSRC Fellowship

27/08/2018

Dr Maziar Nezhad of Bangor University and PI to NRN Project 105 has been awarded an Innovation Fellowship from EPSRC.

NRN PhD publishes in renowned journal CMAME

18/07/2018

PhD student, Eilir Pryse, whose work on stochastic systems has been published by Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering (CMAME)

Find a PhD - opportunity between Cardiff University and Airbus Bristol

14/06/2018

Looking for a PhD centered on building a data-driven computational framework for robust design and optimisation of aircraft structures in collaboration with Airbus Bristol? Cardiff University are looking now.

NRN AEM Academic Helps Revolutionise Soil Research

31/01/2018

NRN141 PI, Bjornar Sandnes in conjunction with Swansea University's Complex Flow Lab have been exploring the intricate shapes that emerge when air is injected into soil.

Funding Call - Industrial Collaboration Awards (ICA)

30/11/2017

Sêr Cymru National Research Network for Advanced Engineering and Materials funding oppotunity for Industrial Collaboration Awards (ICA)

Challenges and Progress for Diversity in Science and Engineering

30/11/2017

The three Sêr Cymru Networks come together to celebrate and discuss diversity in science and engineering.

NRN Diversity in Science & Engineering

28/11/2017

The National Research Networks come together to host 'Diversity in Science.' An event aimed to increase awareness of barriers and challenges within a research environment and celebrate the diversity in the academic community - providing inspiration and advice to overcome such barriers.

NRN AEM Academic Shortlisted for Prestigious Prize

09/11/2017

NRN AEM Early Career Personal Research Fellow, Dr Liyang Yue of Bangor University has been shortlisted for the prestigious Newton Prize 2017

Engineering Wales 2017

18/10/2017

Sêr Cymru National Research Network in Advanced Engineering and Materials hosts Engineering Wales 2017 this October.

Fellow joins team in winning prize for innovative ovarian cancer test

04/10/2017

NRN AEM fellow, Dr Sofia Teixeira, is part of the team of researchers from Swansea University who won an international award for a graphene biosensor based diagnostic test for ovarian cancer which is quicker, more accurate, less expensive and portable.

NRN AEM researchers develop a breakthrough microfluidic method

01/10/2017

NRN researchers produce a new microfluidics method that could address the production of bottleneck issues relating to the demand and cost requirements of inertial fusion energy (IFE).

Engineering Wales Conference-18th October 2017

27/09/2017

The countdown to Wales' first major engineering conference sets to bring academia and industry together to expose the engineering challenges and ingenuity's that we have here within Wales.

Sêr Cymru Postgraduate Conference 2017

11/09/2017

The Life Sciences Research Network hosts this year's PhD Conference at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff.

Sêr Cymru Postgraduate Conference 2017

08/09/2017

The second Sêr Cymru Postgraduate Conference brings together and presents the research of the PhD students within the 3 Sêr Cymru National Research Networks (NRNs). The NRN PhD students are vital to the future of Science and Engineering in Wales - among them will be future leaders who drive Welsh research forward with major impacts for society and business.

The impact of the NRN AEM at the National Eisteddfod

01/09/2017

Reflecting on the impact the NRN AEM demonstrations had at this year's National Eisteddfod in Anglesey

NRN AEM at the National Eisteddfod 2017

05/08/2017

NRN AEM is taking part in this year's National Eisteddfod, Anglesey, showcasing an array of interactive scientific demonstrations in the Science Pavilion for science enthusiasts of all ages

Public Engagement Training Day

13/07/2017

NRN AEM are teaming up with Science Made Simple this July to aid NRN AEM PhD Students and Early Career Researchers in developing skills to bring engineering research to the masses.

Engineering Network student co-ordinates collaborative workshop to broaden research knowledge between academics

30/06/2017

Francesco Mazzali of NRN project NRN140 in conjunction with Rob Philips from Energy Safety Research Institute (ESRI) at Swansea University launch a workshop to reinforce collaboration between the same disciplines.

New Environmental Film Highlights Sustainable Energy Rsearch

28/04/2017

A new film, funded by the NRN AEM and UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) has been produced which highlights research being carried out at Swansea University on CO2 capture and utilisation - looking at the future of renewable energy.

NRN AEM Researcher’s PhD Thesis Recognised as Best in Europe by ECCOMAS

13/04/2017

NRN AEM Research Assistant, Dr Rogelio Ortigosa Martinez, has thesis recognised as best in Europe by ECCOMAS.

NRN AEM Sponsors PVSAT-13

07/04/2017

We're proud to be one of the associate sponsors for this year's 13th Photovoltaic Science, Application and Technology Conference in Bangor. NRN AEM PI, Dr Jeff Kettle, will also stand as a guest speaker at the event.

'Molecular Gastronomy' Makes for Curious Science at 'Super Science Saturday'

17/03/2017

NRN AEM PhD Students showcase STEM Outreach skills as part of British Science Week

Engineering Networks Could Provide the Answer in Aiding Researchers with Crucial Industry Opportunities Post Academia.

10/03/2017

NRN AEM aids researchers in making unique collaborations with industry for future careers post academia.

'Welsh Science Initiative Flourishes' as Funding for Research into Life Threatening Diseases Secured

07/02/2017

NRN AEM academics have secured sought after EU funds to aide in vital medical engineering research.

Academia - Industry Collaboration is Vital to Pushing Science Forward

30/01/2017

Dr Liana Cipcigan reflects on the Industrial Secondment gained through the Royal Academy of Engineering with the National Grid and the impact this relation has to science.

Sêr Cymru NRN in Advanced Engineering and Materials - Annual Report 2016

20/12/2016

The Annual Report for the Sêr Cymru NRN in Advanced Engineering and Materials 2016.

Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs) at eGOPV Conference 2016

06/12/2016

Watch PI for Project NRN094, Dr Jeff Kettle, talk Organic Photovoltaics as part of the eGOPV Conference 2016.

NRN AEM Academic Awarded World Class Industry Secondment

25/11/2016

Our Swansea University academic Dr Rajesh Ransing featured in the news this week as he was awarded an industry secondment through the Royal Academy of Engineering scheme.

NRN AEM Distinguished Lecture Series | Wednesday 23rd November 2016

23/11/2016

Cardiff University will play host to this year's Distinguished Lecture Series which will revolve around the topic 'Atoms to Applications for Compound Semi - Conductors.'

'Glow in the Dark Bacteria' highlights the risk electric microwave fields pose to health

25/10/2016

Led by our core partner academics in Cardiff University, Catrin F Williams and team have recently discovered the effects electric microwaves, similar to those emitted from mobile and WiFi technology, have upon a living organism.

From Concepts to Markets Through Collaboration

11/10/2016

CoInnovate brings together the world's leading innovators in the spirit of collaboration.

Inaugural Sêr Cymru Postgraduate Conference - Post Event Summary

11/10/2016

A look back at the launch of the Sêr Cymru Postgraduate Conference which took place on the 15th September 2016 at Swansea University's Bay Campus

Inaugural Sêr Cymru Postgraduate Conference

15/09/2016

Connecting early-career researchers across Wales

Sêr Cymru Inaugural PhD Conference

09/09/2016

We launch the inaugural Sêr Cymru Postgraduate conference this month and look forward to welcoming all PhD students from across the three networks, Advanced Engineering and Materials, Life Sciences and Low Carbon, Energy and Environment as well as TWI Ltd.

Spidersilk - Nature's Bio Superlens

15/08/2016

for paper W. Fan, B. Yan, Z. Wang, L. Wu, Three-dimensional all-dielectric metamaterial solid immersion lens for subwavelength imaging at visible frequencies. Sci. Adv. 2, e1600901 (2016).

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