About the Network
The Innovation Across Nucleic Acids (IANA) network is a UK-wide BBSRC-funded network that brings together researchers, industry, healthcare, policymakers and innovators to accelerate advances in DNA and RNA technologies. By fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration, supporting innovation and commercialisation, and developing the next generation of talent, the network aims to strengthen the UK's leadership in nucleic acid research and its translation into real-world impact across healthcare, biotechnology and the bioeconomy.
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Membership data as of 18 August 2026.
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Funding calls
We are currently developing our first Small Grants funding call, which is planned to launch in the coming months. The scheme will support collaborative, high-impact projects that align with the Network's aims and will be delivered throughout 2027. Further details on eligibility, funding scope, application guidance and timelines will be announced soon. |
Publications
The Network is working with leading scientific publishers to secure discounted publishing opportunities and other benefits for our members. Alongside these partnerships, we are developing our own portfolio of publications, including horizon-scanning reports, opinion pieces, white papers and community-led articles that highlight emerging trends, showcase innovation and help shape the future direction of nucleic acid research and translation. More information on publishing opportunities and forthcoming publications will be announced soon. If you have an idea for a publication or would like to collaborate on writing with us, please get in touch. |
Events
The Network is developing a diverse programme of events to bring together the UK's nucleic acid community. Throughout 2027, members can expect scientific workshops, networking events, industry engagement sessions, training opportunities, webinars, Early Career Researcher activities, and our inaugural annual conference. Our events are designed to foster new collaborations, share knowledge, showcase innovation, and accelerate translation across academia, industry and healthcare. Full details and registration information will be published as events are announced. |
Upcoming events
08/09/26 - Webinar - Prof Tom Brown - University of Oxford
13/10/26 - Webinar - Dr Jill Makin - Cell-free DNA amplification - Touchlight
10/11/26 - Webinar - Dr Carolina Grandellis and Dr Rennos Fragkoudis - Biofoundries - Earlham Biofoundry and Edinburgh Genome Foundry
08/12/26 - Webinar - Rochelle Aw - Cell-free protein synthesis platforms for the production for Diverse Therapeutics - University of Nottingham
21/01/27 - Annual Conference - Link
13/10/26 - Webinar - Dr Jill Makin - Cell-free DNA amplification - Touchlight
10/11/26 - Webinar - Dr Carolina Grandellis and Dr Rennos Fragkoudis - Biofoundries - Earlham Biofoundry and Edinburgh Genome Foundry
08/12/26 - Webinar - Rochelle Aw - Cell-free protein synthesis platforms for the production for Diverse Therapeutics - University of Nottingham
21/01/27 - Annual Conference - Link
Funding Opportunities
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Our first Small Grants funding call is coming soon. Designed to support innovative collaborations across the UK's nucleic acid community, the scheme will provide funding for projects to be delivered during 2027. Full details, including eligibility, funding scope and application guidance, will be announced shortly. Keep an eye on this page and our communications channels for updates.
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