Science & Technology
 
 
 
The UK is a world leader in science and technology, fostering some of the most exciting scientific discoveries, such as the creation of the World Wide Web and the discovery of the structure of DNA. Innovation drives the science scene in the UK, in combination with a powerful research base, strong ties between research and industry, and a committed and supportive science policy.

The UK seeks to actively develop relationships with other countries in the field of Science & Innovation through the Foreign and Commonwealth Office's network of Science and Innovation attachés and through the British Council's Global Network. Together they constitute a truly global network with representation in over 60 countries world-wide. Both teams work in partnership to promote excellence and creativity of UK science and Innovation overseas and build lasting sustainable relationships as well as providing a knowledge base with which to inform policy. The teams create awareness amongst the public and policy makers with lectures, debates, seminars, exhibitions, events and information dissemination. www.britishcouncil.org/science

In India, both the UK Science & Innovation team and the British Council encourages young scientists to study or work in Britain by promoting research collaborations, facilitates technology transfer and works closely with the High Commission’s Trade and Investment Teams. The team also reports on Indian S&I policy and developments and promotes the excellence of the UK science base.

Various funding initiative and schemes are available for students, research scholars and scientists to pursue higher studies and research or attend conferences and workshops in the UK. For details visit Funding Initiatives and Schemes.