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
Darryl Ashford-Smith (CF 2023) was interviewed for the publication, Fire, with his business partner Lee Newman about their working partnership, UK Emergency Robotics Responders Org (UKERRO) and their work with drones. The pair hosted their second expo for the Emergency Responders industry in Greater Manchester at the end of April.
By Darryl Ashford-Smith, 2026
By Elaine Manton, 2018
Rachel Bolton-King (CF 2019) has co-authored a chapter in the upcoming book, “Handbook to Gun Violence in Society”, set to be published in April.
By Rachel Bolton-King, 2026
Rachel Bolton-King (CF 2019) co-authored an article for The Conversation examining firearm licensing in the UK, marking thirty years since the Dunblane school shooting.
By Rachel Bolton-King, 2026
Mohammad Usman Shah (CF 2018) received national media coverage, including features on BBC News, LBC, Global, and MyLondon, as well as a front-page story in the Metro under the headline “Face of UK meets hate with dates.”
By Mohammad Usman Shah, 2026
By Jake O'Gorman, 2025
Rachel Bolton-King (CF 2019) was awarded Fellow of the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, recognising outstanding service to the field.
By Rachel Bolton-King, 2026
By Maryam Arshad, 2024
Daria Cybulska (CF 2023) was recently interviewed by CIVICUS, an international NGO focused on civic space.
By Daria Cybulska, 2025
Arfah Farooq (CF 2017) was named number six on Computer Weekly’s list of the Top 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2025.
By Arfah Farooq, 2025
