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[http://www.rcuk.ac.uk/ Research Councils UK (RCUK)] is a strategic partnership between the |
[http://www.rcuk.ac.uk/ Research Councils UK (RCUK)] is a strategic partnership between the seven UK [[Research Council|Research Councils]]. It enables the Councils to work together more effectively to enhance the overall impact and effectiveness of their research, training and innovation activities, contributing to the delivery of the Government's objectives for science and innovation. RCUK was established in 2002 following a Government review. RCUK is not a legal entity and its work is undertaken by employees of the seven organisations. |
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They use the term Research Councils UK (RCUK) only when engaging in joint action. For the precise distinction, see their [http://www.rcuk.ac.uk/ official website]. |
They use the term Research Councils UK (RCUK) only when engaging in joint action. For the precise distinction, see their [http://www.rcuk.ac.uk/ official website]. |
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[[Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council]] ([http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/ BBSRC website]) |
[[Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council]] ([http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/ BBSRC website]) |
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[[Council for the Central Laboratory of the Research Councils]] ([http://www.cclrc.ac.uk/ CCLRC website]) |
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[[Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council]] ([http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/ EPSRC website]) |
[[Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council]] ([http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/ EPSRC website]) |
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[[Natural Environment Research Council]] ([http://www.nerc.ac.uk/ NERC website]) |
[[Natural Environment Research Council]] ([http://www.nerc.ac.uk/ NERC website]) |
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[[Science and Technology Facilities Council ]] ([http://www.scitech.ac.uk/ STFC website)] |
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[[Science and Technology Facilities Council ]] ([http://www.scitech.ac.uk/home.aspx Scitech website)] |
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Revision as of 12:40, 11 June 2007
Research Councils UK (RCUK) is a strategic partnership between the seven UK Research Councils. It enables the Councils to work together more effectively to enhance the overall impact and effectiveness of their research, training and innovation activities, contributing to the delivery of the Government's objectives for science and innovation. RCUK was established in 2002 following a Government review. RCUK is not a legal entity and its work is undertaken by employees of the seven organisations.
They use the term Research Councils UK (RCUK) only when engaging in joint action. For the precise distinction, see their official website.
RCUK adds value to individual Research Council activities by:
- enabling dialogue about research priorities, facilitating an open and collective approach to investing in multidisciplinary research and training.
- making it easier for Councils and external stakeholders to work together, promoting dialogue, collaboration and partnership.
- articulating coherently the activities, views and opinions of the Research Councils to increase their collective visibility and policy influence.
- working jointly with the academic community and other funders to provide more effective and efficient services for the research community, reducing the level of bureaucracy on researchers and university administrators.
- improving Councils' operational performance by sharing best practice and making efficiency gains to release more Science Budget resources for research.
Each of the Research Councils is an equal partner in RCUK, and each uses its best endeavours to identify and pursue opportunities for mutually beneficial joint working with one or more of the other Councils. Leadership of the partnership is provided by the Research Councils' Chief Executives working together through the RCUK Executive Group. This is currently chaired by Professor Ian Diamond, Chief Executive of the Economic and Social Research Council.
Related Links
Research Councils UK (RCUK) website
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC website)
Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC website)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC website)
Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC website)
Medical Research Council (MRC website)