The UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking suppliers to explore the feasibility of using a quadruped robot, known as Spot, for remote health physics sample collection. This initiative aims to minimize the exposure of health physics technicians to hazardous environments by utilizing robotic technology
Contract awarded. Originally published 8 months ago.
Assess existing remote teleoperation robotic systems with specialized tooling for automated picking and placement of graphite blocks.
UKAEA seeks suppliers for multi-axis CNC machinery maintenance, parts supply, repairs, and new equipment through a framework agreement closing 4 September 2026.
Integration of 5 hot cells (3 legacy and 2 new) into a single nuclear-compliant ventilation system for the Materials Recovery Facility.
Design and deploy an autonomous robotic perimeter patrol proof-of-concept using Spot technology to enhance critical infrastructure monitoring and reduce manual inspections.
Funding up to £3 million for human experimental medicine studies investigating the biological and psychological causes of gambling disorder development and recovery.
Apply for up to £26.25 million in MRC funding over 14 years to establish a centre of research excellence addressing complex health challenges.
Grants up to £200,000 available for early-stage, high-risk environmental research projects without requiring preliminary data, running for up to two years.
UKRI is funding empirical research to establish reliable estimates of the economic and social returns on R&D investments to guide public and private sector decision-making.
