Brexit and science

Science minister Richard Lochhead outlines his concerns about Brexit and Scottish science.

If approved, divorce agreement will see the United Kingdom leave the European nuclear-regulation body — but many uncertainties remain for research.

EU researchers would overwhelm existing visa system and should retain special access to the United Kingdom, say science organizations.

The United Kingdom wants a part in European science programmes after Brexit, but the European Union could put a high price on it.

Confusion over UK funding from Europe’s nuclear agency is adding to the anxiety of staff at the Joint European Torus.

Clarity in UK and EU policy must come soon, so science funds can be spent well, says Venki Ramakrishnan.

But overall data don't show a big impact on UK's involvement with European science.

UK government document fails to extinguish concerns over funding and migration.

Conservative party loses majority but aims to form government.

The months between the Brexit vote and this week's triggering of Article 50 have been a turbulent time for scientists — and things show no sign of calming.

Policymakers in charge of the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union have a duty to maintain benefits of collaboration, says James Wilsdon.

The impact on science of Britain leaving the EU is still uncertain.

Confusion over UK funding from Europe’s nuclear agency is adding to the anxiety of staff at the Joint European Torus.

Scientists — just like everybody else — have little idea what will happen now that the United Kingdom has voted to exit the European Union.

The European Union has its issues, but a Brexit could spell problems for science.

Clarity in UK and EU policy must come soon, so science funds can be spent well, says Venki Ramakrishnan.

Leaving the European Union is not yet a done deal, and UK researchers must look past a pay-off and take a stand, says Colin Macilwain.

UK scientists have had to fight to stay international before, and they must not stop now, says Ehsan Masood.

Policymakers in charge of the United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union have a duty to maintain benefits of collaboration, says James Wilsdon.

Britain’s vote to leave the European Union is jeopardizing scientists’ funds, collaborations, staff and students; it has left the nation reeling and Europe vulnerable. These schismatic times have researchers worldwide soul-searching over how best to contribute. Five experts offer their reflections.

Many researchers also object to proposed higher-education reforms, says survey.

Evidence to parliamentary inquiry puts some figures on the uncertainty hanging over EU university staff.

Cash to include fund modelled on DARPA, the US defence department’s research arm — but how much will go to basic research is unclear.

Influential committee says researchers need assurances that they can stay after UK leaves European Union.

Plans to restrict freedom of movement intensify researchers’ fears over June vote.

Researchers will not lose out on existing EU grants.

Researchers dropped from EU grant proposal because UK inclusion would ‘compromise’ project.

They hope for an active role in the UK department for exiting the EU.

Uncertainty reigns as the UK struggles with how to sever its relationship with the EU.

Reshuffled UK administration signals change for research and science policy.

Xenophobia and mobility fears among issues facing researchers two weeks on.

Researchers organize to lobby for science as country prepares for life outside the EU.

Researchers respond to the UK's momentous decision to leave the EU.

Future of science uncertain after referendum result.

Nature examines five core ways that the European Union shapes the course of research.

Most polled researchers in Britain and the wider EU think that the union benefits science.

If the United Kingdom leaves the EU, researchers throughout the bloc will feel the effects.