The UK government is set to launch a £50 million initiative to attract international research talent, motivated by concerns over US President Trump’s crackdown on academic freedom and federal funding for science. This scheme, which aims to relocate about 10 research teams to the UK, will assess candidates based on their research output and alignment with the UK’s industrial strategy in areas like life sciences and green energy. While the initiative seeks to enhance the UK’s appeal for global researchers, critics highlight high visa costs as a barrier to attracting talent compared to other countries.