EPSRC International Review of Materials - Action Plan

In January 2008, The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) conducted an international review of UK Materials Research to benchmark the UKs research standing in this area and to identify gaps or missed opportunities. The EPSRC produced an Action Plan in response to the review containing actions that the EPSRC will lead on and can deliver within its current resources. It also identifies actions which are more appropriately led by partner organisations, such as the learned societies, universities and industry.

The Materials Chemistry Forum on behalf of the RSC has responded to this review and believes that many action points are in the hands of EPSRC, but urge that the community and the relevant learned societies are involved more in discussions about priorities and funding emphasis. The RSC looks forward to working with the EPSRC to implement many of the recommendations outlined in the action plan.