Announcements

Collaborate to Innovate, discussed at the 13th SRUK/CERU International Symposium, Oxford, 26–28 June 2026

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The Society of Spanish Researchers in the UK (SRUK/CERU) organised its 13th International Symposium in Oxford, themed “Collaborate to Innovate”, bringing together around 130 researchers and professionals to explore how collaboration across disciplines and sectors drives innovation. Renowned speakers from academia, industry, and science communication shared their expertise on interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and the future … Collaborate to Innovate, discussed at the 13th SRUK/CERU International Symposium, Oxford, 26–28 June 2026

Colaborar para innovar, tema central del XIII Simposio Internacional de CERU, Oxford, 26–28 de junio de 2026

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La Sociedad de Investigadores Españoles en el Reino Unido (CERU) celebró en Oxford su XIII Simposio Internacional bajo el lema «Colaborar para innovar», reuniendo a alrededor de 130 investigadores y profesionales para explorar cómo la colaboración entre disciplinas y sectores impulsa la innovación. Reconocidos ponentes del ámbito académico, empresarial y de la comunicación científica compartieron … Colaborar para innovar, tema central del XIII Simposio Internacional de CERU, Oxford, 26–28 de junio de 2026

María José Martínez and Sara Barrasa Discuss the “Sticky Floor” – The researchers presented the RAICEX White Paper on Gender Policies in Science and Academia

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María José Martínez Bravo and Sara Barrasa García presented the White Paper on Gender Policies in Science and Academia at the Institute of Natural Resources and Agrobiology of Salamanca. The report, promoted by the Network of Spanish Researchers and Scientists Abroad (RAICEX), examines the situation of women in science across 14 countries and highlights that, … María José Martínez and Sara Barrasa Discuss the “Sticky Floor” – The researchers presented the RAICEX White Paper on Gender Policies in Science and Academia

Basic guide to the naturalisation process in the United Kingdom

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Disclaimer: The information here is not exhaustive, there are many different pathways to obtain British citizenship. You can find all the legal requirements on the websites of Citizens Advice1 and the UK government2. Here, we include general legal information about the naturalisation process, but this does not constitute legal advice. What is going to change? … Basic guide to the naturalisation process in the United Kingdom

SRUK Researchers promote research vocations and gender equality at Instituto Vicente Cañada Blanch

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To mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11F) on February 6th, the Society of Spanish Researchers in the United Kingdom (SRUK/CERU) has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equity through a day of outreach and mentorship at the Instituto Español Vicente Cañada Blanch. The event, led by Maria José Martinez Bravo, chair … SRUK Researchers promote research vocations and gender equality at Instituto Vicente Cañada Blanch

11th Edition of the Emerging Talent Award: Supporting Spanish Science in the UK

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● The Society of Spanish Researchers in the United Kingdom (SRUK/CERU) and Fundación Banco Santander announce the tenth edition of the Emerging Talent Award, which recognises the career achievements of young Spanish researchers working in the UK.  ● Applications are open until 30 June 2026 at 23:59 (UK time). The Society of Spanish Researchers in … 11th Edition of the Emerging Talent Award: Supporting Spanish Science in the UK

Dr Jorge Català receives the 2026 SRUK/CERU Merit Award

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London, 5 May 2026. The Society of Spanish Researchers in the United Kingdom (SRUK/CERU) is pleased to announce that Dr Jorge Català is the recipient of the 2026 Merit Award for his internationally recognised contributions to Spanish and Latin American cultural studies, particularly in the fields of visual culture, comics studies, and memory studies. His … Dr Jorge Català receives the 2026 SRUK/CERU Merit Award

Somos RAICEX: celebrating 7 years of unity, talent and global science

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Photo of SRUK/CERU partiticipants in SOMOS RAICEX

On 17–18 December, nearly 200 scientists representing the 22 associations that make up RAICEX convened at the Fundación Ramón Areces in Madrid to commemorate the network’s seventh anniversary. The event comprised two days dedicated to reflection, learning, and community building. RAICEX is a unique global network of 4,500+ researchers, across 22 associations in 40 countries, united by a shared commitment … Somos RAICEX: celebrating 7 years of unity, talent and global science

10th Meeting on Scientific, Technological and Innovation Diplomacy

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On 15-16 December, the Spanish scientific community came together in Madrid for the 10th anniversary of the Meeting on Scientific, Technological and Innovation Diplomacy, held at the Ramón Areces Foundation and co-organised by the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, FECYT, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, AECID and RAICEX. Now in its tenth … 10th Meeting on Scientific, Technological and Innovation Diplomacy

Dr Francisco Jesús Lizana Moral receives the 2025 SRUK/CERU Emerging Talent Award

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London, 24th November 2025. This Monday, the SRUK/CERU Emerging Talent Award ceremony took place at the Spanish Embassy in London, recognising the outstanding research contributions of Dr Lizana, winner of the 2025 edition. The SRUK/CERU Emerging Talent Award, which this year celebrates its 10th edition, is part of the collaboration between the Society of Spanish … Dr Francisco Jesús Lizana Moral receives the 2025 SRUK/CERU Emerging Talent Award

Bristol hosts SRUK/CERU exhibition honouring Santiago Ramón y Cajal as part of an International Neuroscience Conference

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Bristol, 5th June, 2025 On 4 June 2025, the historic Wills Memorial Building at the University of Bristol welcomed over 150 in-person attendees, and many more joining online, for the inauguration of the traveling exhibition “The Art and Legacy of Santiago Ramón y Cajal”. The event marked the conclusion of the first day of the … Bristol hosts SRUK/CERU exhibition honouring Santiago Ramón y Cajal as part of an International Neuroscience Conference

6th Edition of “Science-me a story” Resolution

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Science and literature join forces: SRUK/CERU announces the awardees of “Science-me a story”, October 2025 The Society of Spanish Researchers in the United Kingdom (SRUK/CERU) announced on October 26th the winners of the 6th edition of the “Science-me a story” competition, during the 3rd SRUK/CERU Science Communication Symposium, held at the Cervantes Institute in Manchester. … 6th Edition of “Science-me a story” Resolution

SRUK/CERU celebrated the 3rd Science Communication Symposium in Manchester, ”Science Communication in the Age of AI and Knowledge Equity”

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Manchester, 28th October 2025. The 3rd SRUK/CERU Science Communication Symposium was held in the Cervantes Institute in Manchester during the 25th and 26th of October 2025. Led by Dr Marta Dominguez Prieto, head of the SRUK/CERU Midlands Constituency, Dr Carlos Soler Montes, president of SRUK/CERU, Dr Sara Franco Ortega, vice-president of SRUK/CERU, and in collaboration … SRUK/CERU celebrated the 3rd Science Communication Symposium in Manchester, ”Science Communication in the Age of AI and Knowledge Equity”

SRUK/CERU cancer committee celebrates its 4th Research Networking Seminar titled: “Niches, Networking & Next-Gen”

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London, 18th October 2025. The SRUK/CERU cancer committee celebrated its fourth networking seminar event titled “Niched, Networking and Next-Gen”. The event started with a warm welcome by the co-chairs of the committee: Dr. Ignacio Rodriguez and Dr. Pilar Acedo, highlighting some of the initiatives the SRUK/CERU cancer committee has organised over the past years, opportunities … SRUK/CERU cancer committee celebrates its 4th Research Networking Seminar titled: “Niches, Networking & Next-Gen”

Dr Francisco Jesús Lizana Moral receives the SRUK/CERU Emerging Talent Award 2025

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London, 10 October 2025. SRUK/CERU Scientific Committee, chaired by Professor Sonia Antoranz Contera (University of Oxford), assessed fourteen high-calibre applications. According to Professor Antoranz, “the jury was very impressed by the quality of all the applications received in this tenth edition of the Emerging Talent Award, which illustrates the significant contributions of Spanish researchers in … Dr Francisco Jesús Lizana Moral receives the SRUK/CERU Emerging Talent Award 2025

SRUK/CERU celebrates its 12th International Symposium “Facing Challenges” in York

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York, 4th July 2025. The Society of Spanish Researchers in the United Kingdom (SRUK/CERU) hosted its 12th International Symposium this weekend themed “Facing Challenges” exploring some of the most pressing global research themes such as climate change, human health and the rise in artificial intelligence, as well as other obstacles in the life of researchers, … SRUK/CERU celebrates its 12th International Symposium “Facing Challenges” in York

Oportunius Programme, an opportunity for research staff who want to develop their career in Galicia

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Galicia is the region with the highest growth in R&D spending (+28% in 2023, according to INE data), reaching €963 million, and according to the journal Nature, it is becoming an emerging scientific powerhouse. The Galician Innovation Agency (Axencia Galega de Innovación), which works to boost Galicia’s R&D&I ecosystem, launched the Oportunius Programme in 2014 … Oportunius Programme, an opportunity for research staff who want to develop their career in Galicia

CONNECTS-UK Statement: On The EU-UK Summit And The Potential Youth Mobility Scheme Agreement 

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London, United Kingdom, May 23, 2025 The recent EU-UK Summit concluded with agreements to address the post-Brexit friction in some policy areas by establishing substantial collaboration and a stronger and forward-looking relationship between the two entities. Youth mobility was one of the key topics discussed and was officially included in the “Common Understanding for a renewed agenda for European Union-United Kingdom … CONNECTS-UK Statement: On The EU-UK Summit And The Potential Youth Mobility Scheme Agreement 

SRUK/CERU Statement on the UK Government’s 2025 Immigration White Paper

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London, May 20, 2025. As a network of European researchers committed to fostering scientific collaboration between the UK and Spain, the Society of Spanish Researchers in the United Kingdom (SRUK/CERU) expresses deep concern regarding the UK Government’s White Paper “Restoring Control over the Immigration System”. Several of the proposed reforms risk undermining the UK’s ability … SRUK/CERU Statement on the UK Government’s 2025 Immigration White Paper

SRUK/CERU Statement on the recent Supreme Court ruling and trans rights in the UK

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London, UK, April 29, 2025 On April 16, the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom issued a ruling regarding the definition of ‘woman’ and ‘sex’ in the Equality Act (EA) 2010. The ruling interprets these concepts to refer strictly to biological sex assigned at birth, but refuses to provide a definition for what ‘biological sex’ … SRUK/CERU Statement on the recent Supreme Court ruling and trans rights in the UK

10th Edition of the Emerging Talent Award: Supporting Spanish Science in the UK

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● The Society of Spanish Researchers in the United Kingdom (SRUK/CERU) and Fundación Banco Santander announce the tenth edition of the Emerging Talent Award, which recognises the career achievements of young Spanish researchers working in the UK.  ● Applications are open until 10 May 2025 at 23:59 (UK time). London, 22 April 2025. The Society … 10th Edition of the Emerging Talent Award: Supporting Spanish Science in the UK

The Society of Spanish Researchers in the UK (SRUK/CERU) inaugurates the first exhibition on Ramón y Cajal in Manchester

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Manchester, April 26th, 2025 The Neuroscience Committee of the Society of Spanish Researchers in the UK (SRUK/CERU) inaugurated yesterday with great success the traveling exhibition “The Art and Legacy of Santiago Ramón y Cajal” in its second city, the first exhibition dedicated to the renowned Nobel Prize in Medicine in the United Kingdom. The event, held … The Society of Spanish Researchers in the UK (SRUK/CERU) inaugurates the first exhibition on Ramón y Cajal in Manchester

CONNECTS-UK Statement On The Discussions Within The UK Parliament About A Potential EU-UK Youth Mobility Scheme Agreement

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London, United Kingdom, March 25, 2025 We welcome the recent discussions about creating an EU-UK Youth Mobility Scheme Agreement and urge the UK government to make this a priority.This scheme would provide young students and researchers diverse opportunities across the EU and the UK, potentially acting as a key instrument in strengthening EU-UK academic and research collaboration, therefore ensuring … CONNECTS-UK Statement On The Discussions Within The UK Parliament About A Potential EU-UK Youth Mobility Scheme Agreement

The Society of Spanish Researchers in the UK (SRUK/CERU) inaugurates the first exhibition on Ramón y Cajal in London

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London, March 22, 2025 The Neuroscience Committee of the Society of Spanish Researchers in the UK (SRUK/CERU) inaugurated yesterday with great success the traveling exhibition “The Art and Legacy of Santiago Ramón y Cajal”, the first dedicated to the renowned Nobel Prize in Medicine in the United Kingdom. The event, held at the Centre for … The Society of Spanish Researchers in the UK (SRUK/CERU) inaugurates the first exhibition on Ramón y Cajal in London

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