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Announcing the Chair of the new HMG SCOR Board

Professor Peter Piot photo by Heidi Larson Today, Professor Baron Peter Piot KCMG has been announced as the first Chair to lead the HMG Strategic Coherence of ODA-funded...

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How to use storytelling in research

Research and evidence are vital to tackle international development challenges. Evidence is required for policymakers to make informed decisions such as shaping the UK aid agenda to the general public deciding on who to vote for or even where to shop.

Video: How does UKCDR contribute to development?

Professor Chris Whitty was appointed Chief Scientific Adviser for the Department of Health in January 2016. He was appointed Deputy Government Chief Scientific Adviser in April 2017 for an interim period. Prof. Whitty also sits on the board of UKCDS.

Video: What if UKCDR did not exist?

Dr Jasdeep Sandhu is Head of Chief Scientific Adviser’s Cabinet, Research and Evidence Division at Department for International Development (DFID). Dr Sandhu leads on UKCDR...

Celebrating 10 years of UKCDS

Professor Duncan Wingham, Chair of UKCDS and the Chief Executive of NERC Why UKCDS was created? UKCDS was created following recommendations of the Development Sciences...

Context and credibility in scientific evidence

Annelise Andersen Credibility in scientific research is determined by where it is published. For scientists, getting your research accepted by particular journals can make a...

UKCDR: Finding and building effective and equitable research collaborations or partnerships

This report by UKCDR (previously UKCDS) explores the role that funders play throughout the research lifecycle to select & build partnerships. Seven in-depth case studies exemplify the range of programmes & structures used.

How does tech contribute to the SDGs?

How does tech contribute to the SDGs. Photo – Inga Kjer There are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to be achieved by 2030. The inter-sectoral links between the goals...