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  1. Pinned Tweet
    20 Mar 2020

    The evidence feeding into the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies is now live. This is supporting the government response to

    1,078 replies 718 retweets 1,287 likes
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  2. Apr 6

    “Very sad news that Dr Paul Cosford of PHE has passed away. He was a remarkable man - kind, calm, knowledgeable, generous, loved and admired. Typically he continued to work on the pandemic even during his illness. He will be missed by many and is a huge loss to public health”- PV

    13 replies 21 retweets 555 likes
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  3. Apr 1

    "Great to see £250 million funding to support research in the UK. Continuing to grow the R&D budget is essential to meet the ambitious plans for science. Being part of Horizon Europe is good for all of us.” - PV

    28 replies 38 retweets 211 likes
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  4. Mar 30

    "Many congratulations to Rory Collins who has been awarded the for his transformative contributions to both cardiovascular disease and . Rory has been a huge influence on me personally and this accolade is extremely well deserved". - PV

    We were delighted to present the 2020 Millennium Medal to Professor Sir Rory Collins last night, in honour of his contributions to cardiovascular disease research and . You can watch the full ceremony on YouTube:
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  5. Retweeted
    Mar 25

    Sherpa & met with President of & other leading Science 7 experts to discuss how they will work together on global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, pandemics & international health issues 🧪

    24 replies 18 retweets 35 likes
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  6. Mar 24

    "Congratulations to on her appointment as the new Chief Scientific Adviser. I look forward to working with her." - PV

    38 replies 16 retweets 102 likes
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  7. Mar 24

    "Congratulations to Dr Jenny Harries who will lead the new UK Health Security Agency. I look forward to continuing to work with her on the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic". - PV

    We are creating the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) to protect against future health threats and infectious diseases. This will combine key elements of , the Joint Biosecurity Centre and NHS Test and Trace. Click to find out more 👇
    39 replies 12 retweets 158 likes
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  8. Mar 23

    Read 'Shaping the Covid Decade', an important report from the looking at the long term societal impacts of COVID-19.

    A lone person at the end of a dark tunnel on the left. Title of the report in blue and black text on the right.
    Read our policy analysis report 'Shaping the : addressing the long-term societal impacts of COVID-19':
    50 replies 47 retweets 92 likes
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  9. Retweeted
    Mar 22

    Read our policy analysis report 'Shaping the : addressing the long-term societal impacts of COVID-19':

    A lone person at the end of a dark tunnel on the left. Title of the report in blue and black text on the right.
    10 replies 18 retweets 34 likes
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  10. Mar 18

    We are looking for tech and digital experts to work with government on complex, pressing issues. Find out how you can get involved in the Innovation Fellowship programme here:

    38 replies 49 retweets 55 likes
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  11. Mar 16

    "There has never been more of a need for global cooperation. Challenges such as climate change, loss of biodiversity & rapid technological development requires an international approach, and science is crucial. The rightly puts science and tech centre stage." PV

    We’ve just published the . Here are some of the things it commits us to ⬇️ [THREAD 1/7]
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    86 replies 57 retweets 226 likes
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  12. Mar 11

    "Congratulations to the COVID SAGE Secretariat for a very well-deserved win at the Awards." - PV

    Next up in our Week of Winners: the Policy & Use of Evidence Award went to the GO-Science COVID SAGE Secretariat, . "This award is a tribute to the collective hard work that so many have dedicated to support the UK response to COVID."
    73 replies 13 retweets 108 likes
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  13. Mar 10

    “A real pleasure to take part in Voice of the Future session this afternoon. Great to answer questions on science policy from young representatives from across the science and engineering community." - PV

    We're back for this afternoon's Voice of the Future session! We'll be joined by Sir Patrick Vallance, as well as members . , and 📣💬
    33 replies 10 retweets 91 likes
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  14. Mar 8

    Happy . A great day to celebrate to amazing contribution of and engineering.

    39 replies 10 retweets 169 likes
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  15. Mar 8

    UK institutions & scientists will have full rights to participate in Horizon Europe. The first European Research Council grants are open with more opening Friday 12 March. Find out more here:

    23 replies 49 retweets 119 likes
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  16. Mar 5

    "Congratulations to Professor Sarah Gilbert on her very well deserved win of the Albert Medal for leading the team that created the that has been so vital in tackling Covid-19." - PV

    We’re delighted to announce that the UK’s Oxford vaccine creator Professor Sarah Gilbert has been awarded the RSA Albert Medal for creativity and innovation of individuals and organisations working to resolve the challenges of our time
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    53 replies 183 retweets 1,336 likes
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  17. Mar 5

    Data is a powerful tool for innovation. This year focuses on innovating for the future and our work on citizen data does just that. Find out more at

    9 replies 7 retweets 53 likes
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  18. Mar 5

    "Get involved with . With focus on innovating for the future, it's a chance to step back and marvel at the wonders of science" - PV

    24 replies 14 retweets 99 likes
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  19. Retweeted
    Mar 3

    £1.65bn investment to continue quick and efficient vaccine rollout and further funding for new technology to support future vaccination programmes.

    £1.65 Billion to invest in vaccine rollout to better protect lives, jobs and our economy.
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  20. Feb 25

    "Great to have championed the Science Award at this year’s Awards. Congratulations to the winners, the International Travel Risk Assessment Team, for their crucial work." - PV

    Civil Service Awards 'and the winner is' graphic.
    Last but certainly not least, the Science Award goes to the International Travel Risk Assessment Team in the Animal and Plant Health Agency. Very many congratulations!
    19 replies 4 retweets 66 likes
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  21. Feb 25

    "Thrilled for the COVID SAGE Secretariat for a very well-deserved win in the Policy and Use of Evidence category at the Awards." - PV

    33 replies 10 retweets 130 likes
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