Topic: communities

Develop public engagement with STFC-supported science, including activities for new audiences and stronger links between researchers and communities. Projects run for 12–36 months and must begin between 1 June and 1 September 2027. Every application must include an expert in the relevant STFC science area. Applications close at 16:00 UK time.

Recognises long-term partnerships between consumers, communities and health and medical researchers. Assessment covers advocacy, shared decision-making, impact, innovation and influence on research practice. Nominations close 11 December 2026 at 17:00 AEDT.

Researchers will examine how associations between animals and microorganisms transform their partners and environments. The programme connects molecular signalling and cellular mechanisms to physiology, population dynamics, communities and ecosystems. Comparisons between tractable models and natural systems integrate mechanistic, ecological and evolutionary approaches, with implications for conservation, agriculture and human health. Talks, poster sessions and discussion focus on emerging and unpublished research. Applicants need a science or engineering bachelor’s degree or equivalent; underg

Chris Smith and Rachael Ralph explore the mechanisms and forecasting of El Niño and its consequences for weather, livelihoods and health. Contributions from Aidan McGivern and Peter Gibbs explain the climate dynamics; Vicky Pryce discusses economic disruption; Rachel Tolhurst and Teresa Zakaria examine health vulnerabilities and preparedness. The episode connects climate science with the decisions facing public-health services and communities.