David Matthews

It is getting ever easier to create deadly pathogens in the lab. Research funders, universities and governments need to come together under a new global body to tame this risk, experts warn.

An exemption for the general purpose AI systems that are seen as the future of the technology is “puzzling”, researchers say

Some agree that cancelling joint projects is a ‘necessary ill’. But others worry it will turn them against the west over the long term

The US chipmaker has announced billions for new foundries and R&D hubs across the continent

The country is being cut off from the tools of modern science through export controls and logistical shutdowns. Even China may not be able to make up the deficit

With association still not agreed, there will be more backup funding, addressing concerns the safety net was inadequate. At the same time, the government confirmed it has allocated £6.8B over the next three years for Horizon Europe and other joint UK-EU research

Private companies control the circulation of scientific information and the prestige of universities. They are now under pressure to act, but some caution against ending a culture of scientific openness

Russian rectors have fallen into line behind Vladimir Putin, shocking European academics. But some think their statement was made under duress

Formal joint projects are suspended. But that doesn’t mean academics can’t keep talking to Russians, or even doing private research, says the head of the German rectors’ conference

Several organisations and institutions have had to clarify they are not expelling Russian students after claims by a Kremlin-supporting official circulated on social media