University of Warwick and University of Toronto Launch New Research Fund

By Ezra March 21, 2025
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The University of Warwick, England and the University of Toronto, Ontario have announced new seed funding to strengthen global research collaborations. As part of the One World Warwick initiative, the Toronto-Warwick Seed Fund is now open for applications, offering international opportunities for students, researchers, and professional staff.

Professor Michael Scott, Pro Vice-Chancellor International at Warwick, highlighted the significance of the collaboration, stating, “This partnership, between two of the world’s top research-intensive universities, is an exciting catalyst for discovery, innovation and progress.”

The fund will support pilot projects, preliminary research, and joint events, harnessing the academic strengths of both universities to drive innovation with societal impact.

Warwick Hosts Resonate Festival of Science and Technology

The University of Warwick also hosted the Resonate Festival of Science and Technology, attracting hundreds of visitors to celebrate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths). The event, designed to inspire future generations, featured live demonstrations, interactive experiments, and talks from researchers and students.

Professor Helen Wheatley, Academic Director of the Warwick Institute of Engagement, said, “The Resonate Festival is all about making science and technology accessible, inclusive, and exciting. Seeing people of all ages engage with experiments and new ideas is exactly what this festival is about.”

Andrew Todd, Director of Regional Strategy and Partnerships at Warwick, added, “This festival highlights Warwick’s passion for showcasing our research to the wider community. We want to encourage curiosity and demonstrate the exciting ways science and technology impact our daily lives.”

The event covered diverse fields, including astronomy, computing, medicine, and engineering, allowing attendees to experience first-hand how scientific advancements are shaping the world.

With this latest research fund and its commitment to science outreach, the University of Warwick continues to solidify its role as a leader in global education and innovation, strengthening ties between the United Kingdom and Canada.

Source: SHIKSHA

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