We’re excited to launch The Future of UK Marine Research Infrastructure – a new four-part podcast hosted by ocean scientist and broadcaster Dr Helen Czerski.

The series explores the FMRI programme’s mission to secure long-term investment in the ships, buoys, satellites, autonomous vehicles and other tools needed to support world-leading marine science over the next 20–30 years.
With guest experts from across the UK science community, the podcast tackles big questions about the future of ocean research:
- Can we cut ship emissions and still do cutting-edge science?
- Will autonomous tech replace scientists at sea?
- How do we secure funding for research infrastructure that supports innovation and sustainability?
Whether you're a researcher, mariner, policymaker, funder, or simply passionate about the stewardship of our oceans, this series is your guide to the challenges and opportunities ahead for marine science.
Listen to Episode One, featuring:
- Prof Sir Ian Boyd, former Chief Scientific Advisor for DEFRA
- Professor Catherine Heymans, Astronomer Royal for Scotland
- Leigh Storey, Senior Responsible Owner for FMRI
Go to www.fmri.ac.uk/podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
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