Wales Senior Team Announcement: Latest Updates on Squad Lineup and Matches

The Ser Cymru programme, a significant initiative supporting research in energy materials, environmental science, biotechnology, and life sciences, amongst others, remains operational until 30 June 2023. This programme, a testament to collaboration between academia, industries, and businesses, has been instrumental in driving research outputs, efficiency, and impact in Wales.

The Ser Cymru programme is structured into four key areas: low carbon, energy and environment, advanced engineering, and materials. One of the networks supported by this programme is the National Research Network for Low Carbon, Energy and Environment. Another two are the National Research Network in Advanced Engineering and the Life Sciences Research Network Wales.

Over the years, the programme has seen substantial investment, with the Welsh Government, Higher Education Funding Council for Wales (HEFCW), Welsh Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), European Regional Development Fund, and European Commission Horizon 2020 collectively contributing over £100 million. This investment has supported 12 research chairs, 11 rising stars, 115 research fellowships, and 340 PhD and post-docs studentships.

Notable researchers funded by the programme include Professor Paul Meredith, Professor Bill Lee, Professor Simon Ward, Professor John Atack, Professor Peter Ghazal, Professor Richard Lucas, Professor Glyn Hewinson, Professor Yves Barde, Professor Andrew Barron, Professor James Durrant FRS, Professor Diana Huffaker, and Professor Dan Cacuci.

As the programme approaches its final stages, consultation on the content of the next phase is underway. The plans for this next phase are being developed by the Welsh Government and associated academic and research partners involved in the programme's coordination and strategic planning. However, the specific individual or team responsible for this task has not been identified in the current search results.

The Ser Cymru programme has generated more than £180 million in research grant income, a significant achievement that underscores its impact and potential for future growth. As the programme moves towards its conclusion, the anticipation for the next phase and the continued advancement of research in Wales remains high.