Science and technology

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This theme covers all aspects of science and technology, including research, ethics, education, and applied fields such as engineering, artificial intelligence, and digital development. It is one of the eight universal themes which form our grantmaking framework and allow us to address every aspect of society. Fellows’ stories

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Blogs & conversations Investigative Genetic Genealogy: A New Era for UK Policing

Through my Churchill Fellowship, I explored how Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) could provide long-overdue answers to families and transform UK policing. By learning from experts in the USA, Canada, and Sweden, I examined how IGG can be implemented ethically and effectively within the UK’s legal framework. With growing momentum for its use, I’m committed to advocating for responsible adoption – ensuring this powerful tool can be used responsibly to deliver justice.

By Emma Tilley, 2025

Fellows' updates February 2025 Fellows' update: Leisa Nichols-Drew

Leisa Nichols-Drew's (CF 2018) research on rounded knives as a mechanism for reducing harm was highlighted in the UK Parliament by Rt Hon Andy Slaughter MP, following growing public discussion on the issue.

By Leisa Nichols-Drew, 2025

Fellows' updates February 2025 Fellows' update: Emma Tilley

Emma Tilley (CF 2020) was invited to the House of Lords for a discussion on Investigative Genetic Genealogy, hosted by Baroness Kennedy of the Shaws.

By Emma Tilley, 2025

Fellows' updates February 2025 Fellows' update: Amara Nwosu

Amara Nwosu (CF 2020) spoke alongside James Norris at the Hospice UK Technology Leaders Conference, where they explored the ethical challenges of artificial intelligence in hospital and palliative care.

By Amara Nwosu, 2025

Fellows' updates January 2025 Fellows' update: Michael Jones

Michael Jones (CF 2015) has been recognised for his work in environmental education, winning Silver at COP29 for his Reserve project.

By Michael Jones, 2025

Report Automated Recommendation-Making Tools in Immigration Systems

By Katie Schwarzmann, 2023

Report Developing algorithmic literacy for positive social media engagement

By Lizzy Winstone, 2023

Report Powering participation: exploring how creative engagement can unlock domestic Demand Side Response

By Tim Crook, 2023

Fellows' updates November 2024 Fellows' update: James Perkins

James Perkins (CF 2016) has secured significant funding for the Electron Microscope in Schools project, which he co-runs with Alex Ball of the Natural History Museum.

By James Perkins, 2024

Fellows' updates October 2024 Fellows' update: Missing Wolf

Tom aka Missing Wolf was recently featured on 'The Research Studio' podcast discussing his current research in soundscape ecology.

By Missing Wolf, 2024

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