By Rebecca Payne, 2024
Science and technology
About this theme
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
By Kate Arrow, 2024
Through her Fellowship, Daria explored how civic space can remain resilient when people’s ability to question, organise, and participate comes under pressure. Focusing on Central Asia, she examined how critical thinking, art, and positive narratives can help people practise “oppositional muscle” and imagine more open democratic futures. Published to mark International Day of Democracy, the blog reflects on why protecting civic voice matters in the UK and around the world.
By Daria Cybulska, 2026
By Clare Meakin, 2019
Bethany Linder (CF 2025) presented a Dementia Researcher webinar on assistive technology and dementia care, sharing insights from her Churchill Fellowship research in Japan.
By Bethany Linder, 2026
Leisa Nichols-Drew (CF 2018) featured on BBC Morning Live alongside Leanne Lucas to discuss the harm caused by pointed kitchen knives and the work of the trauma-informed Lets Be Blunt campaign.
By Leisa Nichols-Drew, 2026
Leisa Nichols-Drew (CF 2018) presented 'Pointing Out the Need for Change' at the 9th European Division International Association of Identification conference, sharing how learning from her Churchill Fellowship has informed research and campaigning to reduce knife harm.
By Leisa Nichols-Drew, 2026
Henry McGhie (CF 2020) helped facilitate the 2026 Action for Climate Empowerment Dialogue as part of the UN Climate Change summit SB64.
By Henry McGhie, 2026
Leisa Nichols-Drew (CF 2018) presented at the International Association of Forensic Sciences symposium in Sofia, Bulgaria, sharing how research from her Churchill Fellowship has informed policy and practice aimed at reducing knife harm.
By Leisa Nichols-Drew, 2026
Lynsey Dearlove (CF 2025) contributed to the Global Summit on Tech-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence in her role as Global Director of Operations at the NO MORE Foundation.
By Lyndsey Dearlove, 2026