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📌 Program Overview
The Horizon Scanning for Emerging Technologies 2035 Survey is an initiative by the UK Government Office for Science (GO-Science) aimed at collecting insights from early-career academics on future technological developments that could shape society by 2035.
- Organizer: UK Government Office for Science (GO-Science)
- Program Type: Survey / Policy Contribution Opportunity
- Mode: Online (Fully Remote)
- Cost: Free participation
- Target Group: Early-career academics in the UK
🎯 Purpose of the Survey
This initiative is part of the UK government’s long-term strategy to:
- Identify emerging and disruptive technologies
- Understand future risks and opportunities
- Build evidence-based policies
- Prepare the UK for technological transformation by 2035
📌 Horizon scanning helps governments detect early signals of change and plan ahead for innovation and societal impact.
🧭 What You Will Do
Participants will:
- Select up to three emerging technologies in their field
- Share insights on:
- Future developments
- Potential disruptions
- Societal and economic impacts
- Contribute expert opinions based on current research and trends
📌 All questions are optional, allowing flexibility based on your expertise.
💡 Key Focus Areas
The survey may include technologies such as:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Biotechnology & synthetic biology
- Quantum technologies
- Robotics and automation
- Advanced materials
- Energy and sustainability innovations
These are among the key technologies expected to shape the future economy and society.
🎁 Benefits of Participation
- Directly contribute to UK national policy and strategy
- Gain visibility in policy and research communities
- Strengthen your profile in science-policy engagement
- Help shape global discussions on future technologies
- No cost and minimal time commitment
🧑🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an early-career academic
- Based in the United Kingdom
- Involved in research related to emerging or innovative fields
📌 Fresh perspectives from early researchers are especially valued.
🔐 Privacy & Data Protection
- Responses are fully anonymous
- No personal identifying information required
- Data used only for aggregated policy insights
- Any accidental identifiers are removed before analysis
🗓️ Application Deadline
- ❗ No fixed deadline announced
- The survey is currently open and ongoing
📌 However, early participation is strongly recommended.
🧭 What Happens After Submission
- Responses are analyzed to identify key trends and patterns
- Insights are used in:
- Government reports
- Strategic planning
- Policy recommendations
- Findings help guide future innovation strategies
🔗 Official Participation Link
👉 https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/HorizonScanning2035/
📌 Important Notes
Future technologies
This is not a fellowship or scholarship
It is a high-impact policy contribution opportunity
Ideal for those interested in:
Science policy
Innovation strategy
