UK to provide 3 million pounds to Ukrainians involved in academic research.

by The Kyiv Independent news desk March 27, 2022 3:50 PM 1 min read

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According to the British government, Ukrainian nationals involved in academic research will be assisted if they chose to continue their work in the U.K. "The U.K. will also not fund any new collaborative projects with Russia through its research and innovation organizations," the statement reads.

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