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Outstanding Welsh research talent celebrated

18 May, 2017
The AGM dinner on the 17th May saw the medals of the Learned Society of Wales awarded at a ceremony in at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff. The recognition of merit is a significant aspect of the work of the national academy of Wales.  Celebrating achievement is important for all the individua... Read More

Graeme Reid Review of Research and Innovation in Wales

5 May, 2017
Brexit, the Industrial Strategy and UK legislation on Higher Education & Research are all set to bring significant changes to the funding of the  research  and innovation ecosystem in Wales.  The new review by Prof Graeme Reid set up by the Welsh Government, and reporting before December, will explore how the... Read More

Welsh Crucible – LSW Research Prize

Following the successful model operated by the Royal Society of Edinburgh and Scottish Crucible, the LSW  contributes to the evaluation/selection of potential Welsh Crucible candidates and evaluation /selection of the subsequent competitive grant applications for the £50K Welsh Cruci... Read More

Learned Society of Wales welcomes 44 New Fellows

27 April, 2017
Outstanding scientists, eminent academics and celebrated professionals join Wales’s National Academy The Learned Society of Wales (LSW) is pleased to announce the results of its 2017 election of new Fellows spanning the arts, humanities, sciences and public service sectors.  Election to Fellowshi... Read More

Swansea Tidal Lagoon

12 April, 2017
The Society has supported a joint statement issued by the Institute of Civil Engineers and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers on the proposed Swansea Tidal Lagoon pathfinder scheme.
The Hendry Review has concluded its support for the proposed Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon. The Institution of Civil Engineer... Read More

Welsh Crucible seeks future research leaders in Wales

22 February, 2017
“Game-changing” Welsh Crucible programme opens latest round of recruitment for exceptional researchers across Wales  Welsh Crucible is urging exceptional researchers from across Wales to apply for this year’s award-winning programme. Now in its sixth year, the programme will offer early- ... Read More