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A manifesto for the humanities and social sciences

A manifesto for the Social Sciences, Humanities and the Arts

The British Academy's manifesto sets out three ways the government can utilise the vast potential of the humanities and social sciences. From artificial intelligence to climate change, our disciplines provide crucial insights to address today’s complex challenges and shape a better future for everyone.

The Age of Mistrust?

In an era rife with misinformation, political tension and the rise of AI, are we living in an Age of Mistrust? And if so, what can we do about it? Join us as we explore how the latest humanities and social sciences research can help us confront some of the biggest issues of our time. How can we recognise misinformation? How can we build trust in society? and how can the past help us build a better future?

Journal of the British Academy

The Journal of the British Academy has been relaunched to improve access to its diverse range of world-class SHAPE research. The Journal has expanded its scope, spotlighting interdisciplinary research from across the British Academy, including from British Academy Fellows, its funded research programmes, and academic events and activities.

British Academy SHAPE Observatory

Bringing independence, authority and objectivity, the SHAPE Observatory monitors the health and development of the humanities and social sciences

Global Challenges Research Fund policy briefings

The Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) is a £1.5 billion fund that supports researchers seeking to address challenges faced by developing countries and forms part of the UK’s Official Development Assistance (ODA). The GCRF addresses the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The British Academy runs programmes through the GCRF that are challenge-led and interdisciplinary.

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