UK rejoins EU's Horizon science program in post-Brexit thaw
- Britain has rejoined the EU's Horizon Europe science research program after being locked out for nearly 3 years due to Brexit.
- British PM Rishi Sunak secured improved financial terms for the UK's participation in Horizon Europe and Copernicus.
- The deal allows UK scientists to immediately bid for Horizon funding and lead projects starting in 2024.
- Horizon Europe has a budget of 95.5 billion euros to fund research in areas like climate, energy, health, and technology.
- The agreement reflects improving relations between the EU and UK as post-Brexit disputes are resolved.